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Post by shadowhowler on Jan 24, 2010 6:34:56 GMT
I've never had a blade with a hollow-grind, but I will come this spring. Can't wait.
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Post by randomnobody on Jan 24, 2010 6:44:07 GMT
If memory serves, Hanwei's Sir William Marhsall sword is hollow-ground, no? I have one of those, but the older model with the hollow pommel and horrendous distal taper. Beast of a single-hander, balances around 7" or so and weighs a few tons, give or take. Makes the AT1315 feel like a toy. Hate the Marshall... I imagine this particular sword would be better, though.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2010 4:33:38 GMT
The old Marshall sword had a fuller and a very thing tang. I did a very short review on it two years ago.
The William Marshal Sword (2000-GT). The crossguard and pommel are solid stainless steel with a wooden handle wrapped in black leather (the grip is laced leather allowing for a better grip that prevents slipping). The tang appears to be peened, but the visible portion is very small, we did not take this sword apart to see if the tang was as narrow as the peened portion looks.
The William Marshal Sword is light, weighing 2 pounds, but the blade feels tip heavy with a balance point of 7 inches. The blade has a mirror finish with a slightly sharp edge. Pressure can be applied with the thumb without drawing blood.
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Post by randomnobody on Jan 25, 2010 4:51:25 GMT
My experience seems to mirror yours on the Marshall. Though I do, for some reason, want to think that the blade is hollow-ground, which leaves very awkward ridges on either side of the fuller... I forget how long I've had mine, probably the same two years or so.
Hard to believe it only weighs two pounds.
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Post by septofclansinclair on Jan 27, 2010 3:28:53 GMT
I actually read the Flames of Angels review before this one, but just like the other review SLayer you did very well with lots of pictures and good descriptions - and again, the fact that it's a prototype usually means we don't give full points so 20 points for this one, but with both reviews you brought in 40 points today. Nice.
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Post by SlayerofDarkness on Jan 27, 2010 3:39:02 GMT
Thanks a BUNCH, Dan-man! ;D (do you mind if I call you that? It sounds fun, and you're a funny guy, so... at least kill me in an entertaining way as payback, 'k? ) I was secretly worried that they wouldn't qualify at all, but 20 each is more than sufficient to make me happy! ;D Thanks for the points, and I'm glad you like the reviews. I'll make sure to get some more un-reviewed swords so I can get the last 35. Later, Slayer
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Post by Deleted on Jan 27, 2010 14:15:14 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 28, 2010 8:43:08 GMT
That explains some things... half an inch thick and 3 inches wide is a BEEFY Blade...with extra BEEF in it. Also, some information regarding the typology of the blade... From the original contest, Kriegschwert said: "Rammstein, I'm assuming the Torino is one of yours (since it's one of three drawn on identical paper ;D). The blade is listed as XVa, but the drawing looks very XVIII-ish in profile. Just wondering. " to which Rammy replied: "heh, I just pmed shootermike about that, ignore the oakshott typologies . Not sure what I was thinking.... "
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Post by randomnobody on Jan 28, 2010 8:59:14 GMT
Yikes, I never noticed the part about being a half-inch thick. That's HUGE. Jeebus, no wonder it's heavy.
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Post by sparky on Jan 28, 2010 22:39:19 GMT
Wow Slayer I just found this. Very good job on the review! It was very informative and I really liked all of the pictures. I like the idea of a bigger pommel, even though what's his face says that they are not a counter balance for the blade. I also think the distal taper idea is good as well, now that I know what that means! ;D And the wire on the handle.... never been a fan of it. Side note, weather this is the place for critiquing cutting form or not, I do appreciate tips because this is how I get better (even if they are tips for other people ) Again Brogdon great job you continue to impress me with your knowledge and enthusiasm. +1 my friend. edit: Oh yeah you take really good pictures! ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2010 0:48:17 GMT
For the most part you can ignore a lot of the actual schematics on this sword. I was 16 and not exactly knowledgeable about such things as numbers and proportions and all that.
I'm working with Clyde and Jason now, the final product is going to be beautiful.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2010 1:14:06 GMT
For the most part you can ignore a lot of the actual schematics on this sword. I was 16 and not exactly knowledgeable about such things as numbers and proportions and all that. I'm working with Clyde and Jason now, the final product is going to be beautiful. Ahh, glad your working with them, nice to see the person who had a hand in it helping.....SanMarc.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2010 2:11:19 GMT
Yes, we are not making any changes without first running it by the designers.
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Post by randomnobody on Jan 29, 2010 4:36:22 GMT
For the most part you can ignore a lot of the actual schematics on this sword. I was 16 and not exactly knowledgeable about such things as numbers and proportions and all that. I'm working with Clyde and Jason now, the final product is going to be beautiful. Tee hee. I will say no more. (except wow...that was a long time ago, wasn't it? )
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2010 22:05:28 GMT
Wow, that's a beast no doubt; Type XVIIIa but a weighty one. Great review, B-rog!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 2, 2010 21:56:54 GMT
I know the Torino prototype has some changes coming, but overall it is still a nice sword....just slightly tip heavy. Anyway, I had two of the prototypes and sent the first around the country for reviews and the second still lies wrapped with loving care in it's original packaging.
I am wondering what I should do with it. Any ideas feel free to post your thoughts....something more than give it to me.... ;D
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2010 7:10:48 GMT
Send it to shootermike to fire guns at, and/or other *destructive* strength/torture tests.
Just to say "Legacy Arms - Gen2's legacy of toughness lives on!"
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Post by randomnobody on Feb 3, 2010 7:19:05 GMT
That actually sounds interesting.
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Post by shadowhowler on Feb 3, 2010 9:37:04 GMT
I am wondering what I should do with it. Any ideas feel free to post your thoughts....something more than give it to me.... ;D Ok... give it to me... and I will alter it more to my liking and review it in its new changed state to show everyone what can be done with it. I love my Altered Gen 2 Chaos sword... I'm sure I could change this one up a bit.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2010 13:01:44 GMT
I am wondering what I should do with it. Any ideas feel free to post your thoughts....something more than give it to me.... ;D Ok... give it to me... and I will alter it more to my liking and review it in its new changed state to show everyone what can be done with it. I love my Altered Gen 2 Chaos sword... I'm sure I could change this one up a bit. What alterations would you do? How would that benefit the sword community?
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