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Post by justin520 on Nov 19, 2014 12:45:09 GMT
I can not for the life of me find one for grabs at any of my favorite sword sites. The CAS Iberia site lists it out of stock. Should I wait, should I look aftermarket, or should I hang my head in disappointment?
Also, does anybody know how well these handle hard targets?
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Post by Sugiyama on Nov 19, 2014 14:03:49 GMT
I looked on KOA and only could find the Tanto. Weren't these only on KOA for a short while? They were there when I last was on two months ago.
As for durability, I wouldn't worry about it. As exampled by the Raptor series, Hanwei's 5160 blades are no nonsense.
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Post by VicoSprite on Nov 26, 2014 0:00:04 GMT
The blade is basically a raptor 5160 blade with a nickel plating on the surface to resist the elements.
Aside from that, we just have to be patient and wait for Hanwei to make another batch and ship them stateside.
Cheers buddy, Cody
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Post by Stromlo_Swords_USA on Nov 26, 2014 8:52:43 GMT
I'm pretty sure they got discontinued (was trying to find email but cant!) as I was also waiting for them to be back in stock. There is always a chance a few stragglers may come over...
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Post by Aurélien on Nov 26, 2014 11:36:58 GMT
Ask LG - not sure, but he maybe could fix something for you guys.
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Post by LG Martial Arts on Nov 26, 2014 15:00:57 GMT
nope - can't help out. Maybe bpogue can let you know when/if they'll be back in stock?
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Post by justin520 on Nov 26, 2014 15:30:33 GMT
Yeah I'm finding both the banshee and tac wak are out of stock yet I can't find info on if they're out of make or just out.
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Post by MOK on Nov 26, 2014 17:40:57 GMT
The Paul Chen Hanwei site lists the katana as discontinued. No entry for the waki at all.
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Post by VicoSprite on Nov 27, 2014 0:45:06 GMT
The Cas Iberia website just says that they are out of stock, I didn't see any mention of being discontinued. They even have the deal next to it that they will email you when they do come back in stock. The Banshee is the same way, Cas will get a shipment in, and within a month they are all sold. I believe that you can find the banshee on ebay tho. When Blake announced that some of the Hanwei models are being discontinued, none of these particular items you are looking for were mentioned, so I think you are good. You just have to be quick to place an order when they come in, or you will be waiting another 3-6 months again for the next shipment. Since you seem to be worried, pm bpouge (I think that's Blakes tag), but you can find him in the vendors board easily. He is a great guy. Cheers buddy, Cody Ps. Does this work? casiberia.com/category/paul-chen-hanwei-wholesale-swords/c100
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Post by VicoSprite on Nov 27, 2014 0:49:07 GMT
Ok on the link above, click it, then on the drop down boxes on the left, under category, select tactical swords. All three are still there, kat, wak and tanto...
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Post by swordsofmight on Dec 7, 2014 0:57:36 GMT
I can tell you guys these have been officially discontinued. Sorry.
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Post by Gene J on Dec 8, 2014 17:04:59 GMT
I would offer to sell you mine . but I've had it for 14 years and it's sentimental
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Post by justin520 on Dec 8, 2014 18:04:16 GMT
Too bad, I think I'm gonna go through slav for a tac kat now though, his imagining of the concept is way cooler.
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Post by Klaver on Dec 9, 2014 8:28:55 GMT
Yep, those tactical series are made of high strength spring steel, like the raptors. The problem is the plasma plating machine at the plant is broken and Hanwei has no plan to replace it on short term. This was also the difference with the raptors concerning the steel and treatment. I can probably supply but not with the plasma treatment.
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Post by neuronic on Dec 9, 2014 12:22:27 GMT
Hm, "probably"... :?: At what price?
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Post by MOK on Dec 9, 2014 12:57:51 GMT
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Klaver
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Post by Klaver on Dec 9, 2014 15:59:55 GMT
Same price, but with no plasma treatment.
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