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Post by Deleted on Oct 8, 2007 19:09:16 GMT
Just put this one on order with Arms of Valor. Has anyone else bought one of these??? Anyone have feedback on Valiant?  Overall Length: 28.00" Blade Length: 19.75" Handle Length: 4.00" Handle Material: Macassar Ebony & Brass Cross Guard: 3.50" Blade Material: Hand hammer forged carbon steel Weight: 2 lbs. 10 oz. I was leaning towards the Gen2 but I thought I'd try this one first (smaller Maintz pattern blade) and maybe do a future review on this one. Seriously any feedback would be appreciated on this one. Thanks.  |
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Post by YlliwCir on Oct 8, 2007 19:32:58 GMT
Ahhh, I been eyeing that one for a while. I'd welcome a review.
As to Valiant, I have their older model viking. Here's my review;
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They are under new ownership since this viking was made I think. At anyrate good strong weapons, imo, especailly the shorter blades, some tang issues with the longer ones, tsafa has some reviews on his site.
I like the look of that gladius.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 11, 2007 18:08:56 GMT
Have received this Gladius from Valiant arms by way of Arms of Valor (excellent delivery time on this as well, 2 day delivery for 3day service[ordered Sunday, delivered Wed.]).
Initial impressions are mixed. Very nice looking sword but not much in the way of battle ready. Review is forthcoming. I'll probably finish it up this weekend.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 11, 2007 20:35:13 GMT
Thank you for the order. I am looking forward to seeing how this sword does in your review. I know that Sonny at Valiant has been working hard to improve the quality on the Valiant line.
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Post by admin on Oct 12, 2007 9:50:18 GMT
I've recently received this one and really like it actually. Looks really nice, and is light as a feather. Very fast in the hand, though it suffers from the typical rounded grip which makes it track a bit funny. I haven't cut anything with it yet - but I imagine it will be a pretty good blade overall. Look forward to your impressions and review centurion! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2007 10:26:19 GMT
I've heard the "rounded grip" complaint before. does anyone know how the grips were shaped on actual historic versions?
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Post by YlliwCir on Oct 13, 2007 10:35:40 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2007 1:17:41 GMT
My review of this sword is complete. Please feel free to check the Reviews sub-board.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2007 8:36:25 GMT
thanks Ric!
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