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Post by muerteblack on Mar 28, 2010 6:40:07 GMT
I too was surprised at the blade length. I thought it said 36" in the spec sheet...
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Post by Deleted on Mar 28, 2010 13:58:12 GMT
Yes ! to review pure win yay malatesta
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Post by Deleted on Mar 29, 2010 1:39:05 GMT
A lovely sword, thanks for sharing Odingaard
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Post by Deleted on Mar 29, 2010 16:19:41 GMT
Great review. Can't wait to see what's next from these guys.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 29, 2010 20:17:29 GMT
That's not a Gus Trim blade, right? I just read on a vendor webside that the Signature Collection uses actual ATrim blades. I thought only the Regal Collection had these...
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Post by Sonny Suttles on Mar 29, 2010 20:37:14 GMT
Chenessfan, If it is a Signature Collection Sword it has a Chinese forged blade based on Gus Trim specs. I would like for you to PM me the name of the vendor if you don't mind. I will contact them ASAP
Sonny
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Post by kidcasanova on Mar 29, 2010 20:37:19 GMT
That's not a Gus Trim blade, right? I just read on a vendor webside that the Signature Collection uses actual ATrim blades. I thought only the Regal Collection had these... They are designed by Gus, but they are forged in China. I'm not sure if the Regal collection is still ongoing with the new Chimera line (which also uses made-by-Gus blades). Edit: Sonny beat me to the punch.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2010 13:33:58 GMT
Just a suggestion here Sonny, but on the next production run you may want to radius the top edge of the guard just slightly.
The guard has rather sharp edges on it and digs into the hand slightly. A slight radius out to the first incised band on the guard would be super smooth.
A very minor point on an otherwise outstanding blade, thanks a bunch for your innovation.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2010 22:21:55 GMT
Just wear gauntlets, man!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 31, 2010 12:31:58 GMT
Just wear gauntlets, man! I know, I know ;D A simple pair of gloves negates my comment above. I'll radius it slightly myself, probably take all of 15 minutes to set it right, no problem. That was really the only thing that I could find to fault on the package, and it is minor at best. My guard was slightly askew like yours was, and it took all of like 1 Min 15 secs to straighten out. Overall, this is the piece to be reckoned with on the market right now. I am glad that I got one, hell I am pretty much thinking this is one that will never get traded or sold.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 31, 2010 22:10:07 GMT
After working with this sword the last few days, I have been able to bond a little more with it. I blew through all of my remaining milk jugs, as well as a flat of water bottles and a couple heavier detergent bottles. I tried working up a video, but it was a little too dark at the time to be any good. I will try again as some point.
One cut I wish I could have gotten on video was probably the coolest cut I've ever made:
I did a sotani cut (an upper cut from the targets hit to shoulder). The cut sliced completly though the milk jug at a 45 degree angle; but the top half of the jug did not fall off. It hesistated for like two seconds, then slowly slid off to the side with a gush of water. It was just like a cut in a movie where something is cut, hesitates for a few seconds, then falls off. Too bad it was too dark to get it on video, because it was awesome.
I attribute this to the design of the Malatesta. It's thin blade, appleseed edge, ultra fast design, and ligth weight makes this sword a wicked little cutter. Just wicked....
I tried out the heavier targets with good results, but there is definately a difference in performance. Edge alignment on heavier targets is critical, because otherwise, you will seen your target flying across the yard intact. The thin edge is not forgiving on heavier targets; and an improper alignment will result in some really funky cuts or no cut at all. On other swords with a little more blade mass - a couple degrees off in either direction will self-rectify as the edge enters a heavier target. Not so with the Malatesta, get it right or flub your cut. It's great for judging technique; because you must perfect your method for getting a perfect cut. Very important for practical training....
As of right now, I find myself that the Malatesta definately excels as a bastard sword. I prefer one-handed cutting with it because of the 33" blade length, yet I can use two hands to add power.
I'll get a video up soon; this sword freaking rocks.
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Post by Tom K. (ianflaer) on Mar 31, 2010 22:58:45 GMT
I can sure tell you are enjoying it, and that is very important. the excitement in your description of the cool cut is evedent and that says more about the sword than all the technical specs and measurements possibly could.
I still want to see video, in fact I demand it! let me see! let me see! ok I will now put 5-year-old Tom in his room and resume my normal adult decorum. LET ME SEEE!
great to hear this sword is so much fun.
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Post by Avery on Mar 31, 2010 23:00:45 GMT
Man, I really wish you'd got that cut on video too, that would've been awesome!
I know its been said, but I think it can't be said enough; What Sonny is doing nowadays is incredible, and I hope he keeps it going. I can't wait to see what comes next. I doubt he's outdone himself yet.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2010 20:20:36 GMT
Mine arrived on 1 April. Pretty much agree with all the fine praise for this sword. The balance and ease of handling for this one is magical. Have to admit, I'm still a tad more partial to my Kriegschwert. For the very reasons mentioned, the bigger slightly slower war sword is a little more forgiving and feels a tad more presence in the hand. The two VAs make a great pair. (if you're not sure, the kreigschwert is 2d from the top and the Malatesta is 4th...)
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2010 20:30:54 GMT
Nice collection there, Dave, congrats!!
How's the handling compare to that Albion Landgraf?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2010 21:21:56 GMT
How's the handling compare to that Albion Landgraf? The Malatesta is VERY smooth. Even 1 handed it's a breeze to fence with it. Landgraf is a thruster and half-sword lance. It moves extremely well two handed. It's the type XVIIIs that are the King Tiger Tanks that scare hell out of me. Both the Edward III and the Durer bastard have way too much power and reach for the XIIs...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2010 21:24:04 GMT
Very nice collection Captain Kelly.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2010 22:44:14 GMT
Very nice collection Captain Kelly.
Damn well better be. You sold me half of em. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2010 3:41:29 GMT
Very nice collection Captain Kelly. Damn well better be. You sold me half of em. ;DI know! And very appreciative of your continued patronage. You've been one of our best customers for a very long time.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 8, 2010 2:52:20 GMT
For what it's worth, The malatesta I received in the mail had some considerable flaws. There was a pretty sad rattle going on and even tightening the extremely worn out hex nut didn't fix it. The little clover leaf holes in the quillions were shoddily cut. The edge was not sharp enough to cut paper. It cuts through milk jugs fine, but anything thicker and it won't go through. I am planning on sharpening this thing myself. I wouldn't say that these flaws were deal breakers for me, but I suppose I would have liked to see a bit more attention paid to my sword...I did get it for free though, so I can't complain...
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