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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 13:21:27 GMT
the orange box
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 13:30:31 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 15:11:25 GMT
Machetes are typically chosen as the bladed weapon of choice because they are readily available, cheaper by several hundred dollars and easier to maintain than the average functional sword, and can take alot of abuse. The other reason that machetes are chosen as the blade weapon of choice is because if you are a poor farmer it is the kind off tool you are likely to have to hand anyway. The big advantage as an anti zombie weapon is that it is multifunctional. a sword has only one purpose so you will be carrying two or three pounds of equipment that can only be used for defence. A machete can be used as a weapon, but is also a useful tool. if you are in a situation where you need to be mobile and self sufficient then a machete may be a good tool/weapon to carry |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 21:17:05 GMT
And you can find some great ones for relatively little dough:  I've got this one and it only set me back less than $30. Tough as hell, fast in hand, hard hitting, but with less than perfect edge retention. It's awesome. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 21:58:13 GMT
I'll take the ceremonial kukri they used to behead water buffaloes in one go. that should do for zombies nicely.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 17, 2010 22:17:35 GMT
Arrgh when is one of those Tac Willowleafs going to hit the classifieds?  ?!!!!!!!!!!! ? Now, that that's out of my system. I'm thinking replace my wooden cane with some cane shaped rebar, and either a Tac Willowleaf (if I can ever find one for sale) or my CS 24" Latin in my other hand. Not to mention the hawk hatchet that's a part of my normal camp gear. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 14:12:42 GMT
Id prefer something with a little more power in chopping than a machete
personally for extreme close quarters Id prefer a kukri
but Id rather have a sword and give myself a little reach
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 14:13:41 GMT
oh minor addition half life is like one of the greatest games ever and gordon freeman is my hero, along with morgan freeman
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2010 16:38:47 GMT
I've never noticed much of a lack in chopping power with my machete, but to each their own. A good sword would have better reach but would be less multi-purpose. Although I suppose you could give one of these a try: www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=CS97MKMPersonally I like the couple extra inches the 24" latin gives me, and well, I'm just not a big Kukri fan, I think they are a bit overrated but that's just my opinion. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2010 23:46:09 GMT
For indoor close quarters zombie chopping, my Onyuri, for large rooms or outdoor, Grosse Messer or Tinker GSOW  These swords are built well enough you shouldn't have to worry about them wearing out by chopping up zombies. Save the machete and non-battle axes for camp/trail work  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 20, 2010 15:34:26 GMT
well thats why Im thinking itd be optimal to have a kurki for close range ( I really do think its the best close range knife ) (it is also usable as an axe and various other functions)
A sword of moderate length as a secondary weapon
and of coure a gun as the main weapon, I would personally prefer dual glocks (main problem being handguns are illegal in canada)
but as I have never handled a gun b4 I dont actually know how that would pan out
so atleast till I obtain a gun I will use my sword and kukri
and I think thats the most weapons Id want as I would plan on either a nomadic style life or I would set up a base and scavange for rescources (similar to land of the dead except my strong hold would be much smaller scale and not have severe internal government issues)
I would also like to have some sort of mild armour to make it harder for me to be bitten
preferably including a mask to cover my face from both attack and blood splatter (in case of 28 days later style infection)
I got this all planned out
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2010 19:11:15 GMT
Zombies are also fictional  M. Are not! Do you have proof? |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2010 20:11:40 GMT
Are not! Do you have proof? get a job working the night shift in a refinery and take a look around!!! |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2010 21:15:45 GMT
i am doing my homework right now... downloading a copy of zombieland on itunes>>>LOL.
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Post by ShooterMike on Feb 4, 2010 21:27:30 GMT
get a job working the night shift in a refinery and take a look around!!! I have a buddy who lives in a... uhh... questionable neighborhood. He claims that about every third person you see wondering around the streets after midnight is so wacked out on crack that they medically qualify as a zombie. He fears the day they start craving brains. We've had several long discussions hypothesizing about what swords would be best for decapitating brain-craving crackheads. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2010 21:49:35 GMT
i am doing my homework right now... downloading a copy of zombieland on itunes>>>LOL. Decent call. Zombieland's one of the better zombie movies since Romero's original three. Zombie Homework, eh? One moment...... Ahem. Required Reading: 1. World War Z by Max Brooks. Best depth of a zombie narrative I've ever seen. Gripping. Has been picked up for a movie deal by Brad Pitt's production company. 2. The Zombie Survival Guide By Max Brooks. Handbook for the coming apocalypse. Very lighthearted and fun, but with some solid general advice as well. 3. Not a text book, but this article will get you excited and have some stuff to throw back at people who question your zombie studies: www.cracked.com/article_15643_5-scientific-reasons-zombie-apocalypse-could-actually-happen.htmlRequired Viewing: 1. Romero's original three films ("Land of the Dead" sucked, sorry. Pass on it) Night of the Living DeadDawn of the Dead (My personal favorite. lots of fun) Day of the Dead Stellar practical gore effects, but a total downer. 2. Shaun of the Dead. Zombie fantasies are fun and should not take themselves too seriously. Remember that with this gem. 3. 28 days later I'm not a fan of fast zombies, but that doesn't stop this film from being incredible. Nothing better or different really happens in the sequel, this is the one you need to see. 4. Zombieland Short and sweet. This one ain't the best of the bunch, but it's one of the most palatable and easy to absorb. It's a good time without a huge commitment or huge message. Nut up or shut up, and enjoy the ride. 5. Braindead aka Dead Alive From the early twisted mind of Peter-Hobbit-loving-Jackson, this low-budget living cartoon is deliciously weird, while somehow maintaining a happy-go-lucky innocence throughout. This may be the goriest movie I've ever scene. And perhaps the silliest. I had a blast. There's references to this film in both King Kong and The Return of the King. There you go, with that basic course, anybody could become suitably well-versed in zombie. They won't be writing dissertations on it, but they'd have the conversational basics down pat and be able to hold their own with any native speaker. Class dismissed. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2010 22:23:51 GMT
get a job working the night shift in a refinery and take a look around!!! I have a buddy who lives in a... uhh... questionable neighborhood. He claims that about every third person you see wondering around the streets after midnight is so wacked out on crack that they medically qualify as a zombie. He fears the day they start craving brains. We've had several long discussions hypothesizing about what swords would be best for decapitating brain-craving crackheads. i know what you mean... drug zombies are the worst. they fit the scenario of the faster moving zombies. too bad i have a job that it requires us to save them. we here at SBG have a cure for zombemia... advanced long cutlery injection. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2010 22:26:35 GMT
i am doing my homework right now... downloading a copy of zombieland on itunes>>>LOL. Decent call. Zombieland's one of the better zombie movies since Romero's original three. Zombie Homework, eh? One moment...... Ahem. Required Reading: 1. World War Z by Max Brooks. Best depth of a zombie narrative I've ever seen. Gripping. Has been picked up for a movie deal by Brad Pitt's production company. 2. The Zombie Survival Guide By Max Brooks. Handbook for the coming apocalypse. Very lighthearted and fun, but with some solid general advice as well. 3. Not a text book, but this article will get you excited and have some stuff to throw back at people who question your zombie studies: www.cracked.com/article_15643_5-scientific-reasons-zombie-apocalypse-could-actually-happen.htmlRequired Viewing: 1. Romero's original three films ("Land of the Dead" sucked, sorry. Pass on it) Night of the Living DeadDawn of the Dead (My personal favorite. lots of fun) Day of the Dead Stellar practical gore effects, but a total downer. 2. Shaun of the Dead. Zombie fantasies are fun and should not take themselves too seriously. Remember that with this gem. 3. 28 days later I'm not a fan of fast zombies, but that doesn't stop this film from being incredible. Nothing better or different really happens in the sequel, this is the one you need to see. 4. Zombieland Short and sweet. This one ain't the best of the bunch, but it's one of the most palatable and easy to absorb. It's a good time without a huge commitment or huge message. Nut up or shut up, and enjoy the ride. 5. Braindead aka Dead Alive From the early twisted mind of Peter-Hobbit-loving-Jackson, this low-budget living cartoon is deliciously weird, while somehow maintaining a happy-go-lucky innocence throughout. This may be the goriest movie I've ever scene. And perhaps the silliest. I had a blast. There's references to this film in both King Kong and The Return of the King. There you go, with that basic course, anybody could become suitably well-versed in zombie. They won't be writing dissertations on it, but they'd have the conversational basics down pat and be able to hold their own with any native speaker. Class dismissed. whether it is a biological outbreak, nuclear metamorphism, or even crazy looters after a post-apocalyptic nightmare, we could have to write a living term-paper or even take a life-test final. i plan on making a 4.0 on my exam. |
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Post by ShooterMike on Feb 5, 2010 2:24:23 GMT
I've read and seen all those sources except Zombieland. But I am rectifying that in about 3 minutes. It's already in the DVD player as I type this.
I can heartily recommend the audio book of World War Z. I have it on my iPod and have listened to it at least a dozen times. I hasn't gotten old. It's like an old movie you watch over and over, or just random parts at any given time. the audio book is read by an impressive list of Hollywood personalities including Alan Alda, Mark Hamel, Jurgen Prochnow and various others, so it makes for a very good listen.
Recently, I bought the paperback version of Day By Day Armageddon. This is hands-down the best, most realistic and thought-provoking zombie book I've ever seen. I have read it twice. It gets my highest recommendation.
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Post by SlayerofDarkness on Feb 5, 2010 2:52:34 GMT
This page has been bookmarked due to brilliant advice. ;D Thank you, gents. -Slayer |
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These swords are built well enough you shouldn't have to worry about them wearing out by chopping up zombies. Save the machete and non-battle axes for camp/trail work 
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