Stores to trust/not to trust
Mar 15, 2011 22:07:22 GMT
Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2011 22:07:22 GMT
Just thought I'd make a topic for those who have bought from a store that was on eBay/Amazon or locally that is not a major sword supplier to share our thoughts. This will prevent others from befalling the same bad experiences as you, or reassure them that they can trust the vendor.
I'll start by saying that if you live near Colonial Heights, VA, you should stay away from a store located in Southpark Mall called Exotics. they sell many things, and 99% of the store is overpriced, especially the swords. Most of their swords are props intended for costumes, fantasy play or decoration. The problem is that they sell cheaply made pieces of crap for $100+. I picked up a rapier that was not in a box. When i pulled it out of the sheath, it was obviously a used item and had marks from some idiot trying to sword fight with it .It was stainless steel as well. their price? Around $80. Even new, it would be a wall piece worth around $30. So bottom line, don't buy swords from them. Actually, don't buy anything from them.
I'll start by saying that if you live near Colonial Heights, VA, you should stay away from a store located in Southpark Mall called Exotics. they sell many things, and 99% of the store is overpriced, especially the swords. Most of their swords are props intended for costumes, fantasy play or decoration. The problem is that they sell cheaply made pieces of crap for $100+. I picked up a rapier that was not in a box. When i pulled it out of the sheath, it was obviously a used item and had marks from some idiot trying to sword fight with it .It was stainless steel as well. their price? Around $80. Even new, it would be a wall piece worth around $30. So bottom line, don't buy swords from them. Actually, don't buy anything from them.
