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Post by Ulrich on Jun 6, 2013 22:14:50 GMT
------------- But I was lucky enough to get one
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Post by adamthedrummer on Jun 6, 2013 22:24:35 GMT
So jealous lol.... but I suppose I could order one of the new tsubas to put on mine. :-)
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Post by hhmoore on Jun 6, 2013 22:26:25 GMT
I don't disagree, as I said.
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Post by jlwilliams on Jun 6, 2013 22:43:30 GMT
I think that when people express a desire for 'battle ready' over dojo cutting ready, that they are seeking a sense of authenticity and this is just the way they articulate it.
They want a sword. They aren't into swordsmanship on the level of spending all their spare time in a dojo or practicing kata. They have no interest in pajama dancing, they just want a sword. They want one that isn't epoxied to a plaque like a Franklin Mint masterpiece. They want a real sword.
I sincerely hope that when someone starts shopping for a sword and asks for something that will do the deed, that they have no intention of going all Michonne on an unsuspecting public. They just want a no BS sword, so they ask for one. It may come across like they want to run amok on the citizens of NanKin, but I don't think that they do.
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Post by adamthedrummer on Jun 6, 2013 23:43:44 GMT
Totally agree...that's why I recommended the sword. Doubtfull you'd find a tougher more durable dh blade under $500...maybe even higher. My budo is super tough too. :-)
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Post by adamthedrummer on Jun 7, 2013 1:00:46 GMT
There is that brand new rk2 $300...wish I had an extra $300...this would fit the bill for this thread. :-)
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Post by Jedigirl on Jul 23, 2013 14:23:26 GMT
Great replies! My point about being more then a cutter was would it hold up to being hit with a metal pole or something like a gun barrel, or an axe. Realizing any actual combat on this level is unlikely I decided to go an in between route and get something nice looking yet somewhat practical. www.ebay.com/itm/251293446397?ss ... 1438.l2648
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Post by aussie-rabbit on Jul 23, 2013 14:45:01 GMT
Someone once quipped World War Three may be fought with everything man has devised, World War Four, however unlikely, will be fought with sticks and stones...
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Post by aussie-rabbit on Jul 23, 2013 14:54:52 GMT
Do not also forget that the "average" Japanese is about 5"5" Vs the lumbering 6'+ red haired Scotsman.
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Post by johnwalter on Jul 23, 2013 15:52:38 GMT
Not a terrible choice,but completely different from what you wanted.Many people here wouldnt even trust a $200 ff blade for regular cutting.May I ask what made you decide on tjat blade? I wouldnt try any regular hard target cutting with it(like most kinds of bamboo) and keep a check on that fuchi amd kashira.Seen one of those crack before on mats.
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Post by Jedigirl on Jul 23, 2013 17:10:18 GMT
It's folded with real clay tempered hamon which is not only nice looking but should be more durable then regular carbon steel since this would indicate some differential hardening. Although they don't indicate the type of steel they claim it can cut bamboo. If the fittings are cheap I have no problem replacing them. I've also come to appreciate the more stealthy black look. I will be asking a few question since they can be slippery.
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Post by johnwalter on Jul 23, 2013 17:27:42 GMT
It does look nice,and Im sure it will serve your needs. Forge folding looks good but is out dated ind basically inferior to modern techniques with modern high carbon steels.It will be more likely to take damage than any mono steel dh blade of comparable price.And at $200 the quality is usually pretty dodgy.Sorry,just being honest withya.I m not thw only onw here who would tell you that.
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Post by Jedigirl on Jul 23, 2013 17:46:39 GMT
No that's great. It seems that high functioning blades aren't much to look at till you spend much more.
I don't think I could find a good spring steel or t10 for $200 regardless of the tsuka. They all seem to be more towards 300 and over.
I might just go this route for now to get a taste and not do any heavy cutting.
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Post by Onimusha on Jul 23, 2013 17:59:54 GMT
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Post by Madmartigen on Jul 23, 2013 18:28:19 GMT
Yup. That someone was Albert Einstein.
Ich weiß nicht mit welchen Waffen sich die Menschen im 3. Weltkrieg bekämpfen, aber im 4. werden es Keulen sein.
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Post by Jedigirl on Jul 23, 2013 18:40:49 GMT
Great link. I can afford spring steel! Even cheaper in a few cases. Its still shady how they talk about ancient methods but don't appear to, and maru layering which means no layering sucka!
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Post by johnwalter on Jul 23, 2013 18:45:30 GMT
Check out the link Onimusha provided,better options and a trusted dealer.9260 ss to your door for $150,good blade,fittings will probably be about the same.
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Post by johnwalter on Jul 23, 2013 18:48:45 GMT
Marketing buzzwords,like battle ready,everyone uses them.But Huawei has a good rep,just keep your order simple,communication is an issue with customs from them occasionally.
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Post by Onimusha on Jul 23, 2013 18:52:58 GMT
All Chinese vendors throw that stuff out for marketing purposes. It doesn't mean they're no good. We just have to use common sense. A $250 sword isn't going to be laminated or tamahagane. If they really was, I wouldn't buy it because there's some reason it's so cheap. That does not, however, mean that said blade isn't worth the $250.
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Post by adamthedrummer on Jul 23, 2013 22:49:49 GMT
For sure go for huawei, or wait for a bit... Ricky has a spring steel line coming soon, and cheap too. :-)
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