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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2007 16:21:05 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 14, 2007 7:50:54 GMT
Nobody has reviewed it that I know of, but I can give you some general ideas about what to expect, based upon handling/owning other Windlass swords. Windlass has a habit of cutting holes in their crossguards that are much bigger than necessary, so there will be some movement of the crossguard unless you make the hole for the tang slightly smaller (I haven't figured out the best waqy to do this, but maybe we could discuss it in the sword customization section). Fortunately, the hilt is held together with a 5/16"-18 round nut (a tiny bit under 6mm inside diameter) that screws onto the end of the tang, so it's easy to take apart. The grip is likely going to be some kind of fairly hard wood covered in very thin leather. I wish they used a little thicker leather, but they aren't bad. As for the blade, longer Windlass blades tend to be overly flexible, taking away some of their thrusting potential, but they also tend to be extremely durable for cutting use. A couple of people have recently bought long bladed Windlasses and they seemed to be less flexible, so it's hard to guess how the blade on the French will be. It could be whippy, but it could also be okay. The only way to be sure is to handle one. Like other Windlasses, it will come with a dull edge, unless you order it sharpened (or sharpen it yourself). If there's any possible way you can handle one before you buy, I would definitely advise you to do so. If the blade is rigid enough for your liking, then I think you'd probably be pretty happy with one. Unfortunately, if the blade turns out to be a whippy one, that's not so cheap or easy to fix (unless you know somebody who does heat treating ;D). Sorry I can't give you any firsthand experiences about that particular sword, but hopefully this information will be helpful to you. ![:)](//storage.forums.net/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png) Btw, as far as weight, balance, center of gravity, and center of percussion, Windlass swords tend to be pretty good, and I don't see why this one would be any different in those respects. ![8-)](//storage.forums.net/forum/images/smiley/cool.png)
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Post by Deleted on Nov 15, 2007 7:21:35 GMT
I agree on windlass often leaving their fittings too loose. Such was my experiance with my Classic Medieval. The sword design itself is nice. I like siderings on a sword.
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