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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2010 19:19:20 GMT
My home computer has been down for a bit so I'm using my blackberry to view the site here and for some reason, the search button is not working on this format, so I apologize if this has been covered already.
Anywho.....I would like to purchase a 26 'A' from Cecil here in the next few months when the new batch comes in and I would appreciate any feedback concerning his kats made from 5160.
To me, they are the epitome of beauty with their simplistic and traditional design. I have heard a few complaints that the blades were a bit ''soft'' but these complaints are all in the past when he was using a hollow ground.
I know improvements have been made and I know a lot of the guys at SFI think his blades are pretty strong and his smith does a great job tempering but I would like your opinions as well. Thanks in advance.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2010 11:21:26 GMT
Bump....
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Post by Kilted Cossack on Apr 29, 2010 17:28:32 GMT
I'm not a katana guy, so I should just shut the hell up, but . . . . BUT! I've got a KC Korean Sword I got from their scratch'n'sniff page, err, scratch'n'dent. Whatever. I think it's a heck of a blade. The fittings are plain, but solid, which I actually like. The blade is thick, well made, pretty but subtle.
KC doesn't get the press that other foundries do, but I think it's a shame, and that they are an underappreciated gem.
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Post by Tom K. (ianflaer) on Apr 29, 2010 17:43:54 GMT
I have a KC katana 24 and I like it a lot. it isn't a 5160 model but the steel isn't that important really as long as it is suitable as sword steel and 5160 and 1060 certainly are. what's really important is how well the craftsman makes it. KC katana have a very feignt hamon that is sometimes very hard to see if you don't etch it out. their fittings tend to be plain and simple. some people love them, some hate them. some of their models use something other than samegawa under the itomaki and some people hate that but others don't care. pretty much everyone I know who has used one agrees they are really good performing sword that move and cut well. my 24 certainly cuts well. the 26a and 29a have been called their best swords ever if I recall properly.
so in short, if you like plain-jane fitting and great performance KC katana should suite you well. if you really want all the aesthetics done right and having something not be spot on would bother you then maybe KS isn't for you. or you might want to get some cutomization done on it.
KC katana are pretty popular for customization jobs too.
I like KC katana and I might even buy another some day.
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Post by Cottontail Customs on Apr 29, 2010 17:56:12 GMT
the A line are probably my favorite sub $300. blades at this point. I like everything about them and have zero complaints. they might be considered by some to be a little "rough around the edges" (not literally the edges) but more so that they are a no-nonsense, utilitarian blade, which is part of the appeal to me. the Ito and Tsuka wrap are not keepers IMO but I enjoy customizing them so it makes no difference to me. they also do not come with Sageo but again I provide my own. the Hamon is straight and subtle but unique and beautiful with a polish or etch. as far as the strength of the blade goes, absolutely no worries there! if you were looking for a project sword then I think it would be perfect for you. there are a bunch of pics on this forum that could give you a better view as the ones on their site are limited. I will actually be posting pics of my customized 26 tomorrow (26II) as they were out of the A when I ordered. I will also post my 29A project sometime soon. good luck on your hunt
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2010 18:03:23 GMT
i want to point out that with the KC's being so popular for customization, i think it's appropriate that the fittings aren't extravagant. You get the bare bones and build from there. I personally like basic designs and it only adds to my interest in the Kris Cutlery product.
A 24"? Dude, that's perfect. (I hate being jealous of people, but it happens...)
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Post by Tom K. (ianflaer) on Apr 29, 2010 18:10:59 GMT
i want to point out that with the KC's being so popular for customization, i think it's appropriate that the fittings aren't extravagant. You get the bare bones and build from there. I personally like basic designs and it only adds to my interest in the Kris Cutlery product. A 24"? Dude, that's perfect. (I hate being jealous of people, but it happens...) ;D I understand and have felt the same many times. yeah I have the prototype and they really did a god job with it. no sword I own has a better fit in the saya.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2010 19:21:48 GMT
Many thanks guys. Your input is much appreciated.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2010 19:43:10 GMT
Can't wait to see the sword Frank. A review as well??
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Post by Cottontail Customs on May 5, 2010 17:39:45 GMT
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