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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2008 21:24:12 GMT
I'm tempted to pre-order the Valiant Armoury Practical Line longsword. But I'm still hesitating, since i already ordered the darksword 'squire'. But since I'm a re-enacting "knight", I think this could be a good addition. But like I said, I'm still hesitating. I read that many members here already pre-ordered their swords. My sword needs to be as good as possible historical correct (i'm doing late 13th century) and a good beater, since it is going to prove its ability (no sword on sword fighting, for this we make our practising 'swords' ourselves). So, guys, help me to decide please what to do To buy or not to buy, this is the question...
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2008 21:32:34 GMT
im tempted myself if you have the money...DO IT
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2008 22:53:47 GMT
What are you going to be using it for? Re-enactment is a broad spectrum. Are you looking at having to equip others? I cant really imagine most "knights" had multiple swords just laying around, vs in the baggage train (where they belonged).
Besides, at the later 13th century, you tend to see the start of the downward curving quillions. I would hold off a month, and go for the Castile they are producing. IIRC, it is based on a mid to late 13th cent. sword.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2008 23:06:01 GMT
What are you going to be using it for? Re-enactment is a broad spectrum. Are you looking at having to equip others? I cant really imagine most "knights" had multiple swords just laying around, vs in the baggage train (where they belonged). Besides, at the later 13th century, you tend to see the start of the downward curving quillions. I would hold off a month, and go for the Castile they are producing. IIRC, it is based on a mid to late 13th cent. sword. Thanks for the info Any more info (photo's, drawings, ....) available on their Castille btw? I know re-enactment is a broad spectrum. I would used it as a "first" sword. I'm a big man ( between 6 and 7 feet), weighing 230 lbs. So, a nice longsword would look quite impressive with me ;D.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2008 23:56:36 GMT
www.valiant-armoury.com/signature.htmlClick on the Castile for more detailed info. IIRC, they said the "basic" version (simpler scabbard w/o integral belt) was around 250 or so, and the full bells and whistle version was 350-400. I would check the Manufacturer's forum for more details on pricing.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2008 13:25:21 GMT
That kind of longsword is late 13th early 14th century so if you like it, buy it. I don't have much doubts about quality...
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2008 13:26:12 GMT
And it is almost $200 cheaper then Castille.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2008 22:04:02 GMT
Dobar Dan , Luka Thanks for the info. Since I already have a single-handed sword ( ordered the Squire from Darksword, waiting till the new batch arrives), I'm especially looking for a two-handed sword.
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Post by Sonny Suttles on Apr 6, 2008 1:34:43 GMT
Oswyn,
I recently heard from the Forge doing the Castile and the First Production Run is 90 percent complete so it should be headed this way soon.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2008 22:55:12 GMT
We are offering pre orders for the signature line. Also we do offer free shipping to anyone in the US. Don't forget we also have the Gus Trim Practical Line in stock.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2008 23:58:22 GMT
I bought the ATrim Arming Sword because it is meant to be practical and no frills. I am even considering the Long Sword as well. The only thing historical will possibly be the look and handling it is meant to emulate. I saw them being more tactical because they were so spartan. With all the modern technology put into it I would not consider it to be a sword made in the historical way. There may have had some hand finishing and work done on them but they were not forged. At least for looks the Signature line may have the look you want. As for the swords' durability I don't think you can go wrong with an ATrim sword.
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Post by swordboy bringer of chaos on Apr 13, 2008 20:50:23 GMT
any one know when the rest of the swords come out I want the new v.a. han sword
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