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Post by headonastick on Jun 16, 2015 19:34:57 GMT
Greetings all!
I hadn't planned on posting a thread so soon... I prefer lurking longer... but since I need information and the search function hasn't yielded the answer I turn to the community for help.
First of all, I joined to do research and learn a thing or two before jumping into the sword "thing." Specifically I was looking for an Anduril replica and was interested in a functional sword rather than the UC version. I found the DSA version and really liked it. Both the "plain Jane" version and the Elite version caught my eye, but being both a teacher and paying for an unexpected surgery this summer the Elite was, and is, out of my price range.
After reading as many thread as I could find here about DSA and the Anduril I had planned on pulling the trigger. Seeing as how they listed 39 available I decided to wait 10 days until my next pay check hits the bank.
Of course, there were really 39 available and they sold out today or yesterday. So here's my rant: why put a number on the add at all if you aren't going to update the number? It would have made more sense to just say "limited quantities remaining" or something similar. I would have called or pulled some cash from savings. End of the world? Absolutely not, but really annoying.
Okay, so now that my rant is out of the way, my question: does anyone know of another functional Anduril replica that won't break the bank? I am looking specifically for the movie replica, I know there are other versions, and really, they are all perfectly fine replicas since Tolkein didn't give a detailed description, but I am after the movie version.
If you have made it through that post, thanks!
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Post by Scott on Jun 16, 2015 20:31:36 GMT
Before you give up on the darksword version get in touch with them to make sure they don't have any left. Someone got one of their LOTR swords recently that's not on the website anymore but they still had a couple.
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Post by headonastick on Jun 16, 2015 20:40:59 GMT
Before you give up on the darksword version get in touch with them to make sure they don't have any left. Someone got one of their LOTR swords recently that's not on the website anymore but they still had a couple. Thanks. As soon as I saw it was off the site I emailed DSA directly and they replied immediately. They are out. I know there are a few vendors who sell the sword but all of them (that I know of anyway) are listed as "not in stock" or "backordered." |
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Post by Luka on Jun 17, 2015 0:03:20 GMT
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Post by headonastick on Jun 17, 2015 0:42:22 GMT
Thanks Luka.... I am sure this is in another thread so I can go look, but if you know off the top of your head, is it possible to engrave the blade either through them or someone else, and is it possible to get the hilt finished differently? I will also look to see if there are any reviews around here for that sword. Size wise that may actually be a closer match to the actual sword in the films. In any case, thanks to you and Scott. |
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Post by Timo Nieminen on Jun 17, 2015 0:50:46 GMT
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Post by Croccifixio on Jun 17, 2015 2:56:19 GMT
You'd have a harder time customizing the tfw - might be better to just get it, then later on see if you still want to have it customized. At that point you can send it to many custom makers (and it won't be that expensive i would think).
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Post by Alec.M on Jun 17, 2015 3:05:47 GMT
On a different option you could create a different version by tweaking the parts a bit, or even make a completely custom design, and give them to Ernie at Yeshua's Swords to make and have them fitted for the Hanwei Tinker Pearce GSOW, Longsword, or Bastard sword. May be the same price he's really good with working with you and he's an excellent craftsman. Just my two cents.
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Post by Luka on Jun 17, 2015 13:31:11 GMT
Yeah, don't customize the sword before you see if you like it...
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Post by Anuan on Jun 17, 2015 13:45:31 GMT
This still makes me a little bitter. I got the opportunity quite a while ago to speak on facebook with the (owner? PR guy? I can't rmember) of TFW and I inquired as to why their Anduril replica is listed as a Claymore. I essentially said I loved the sword, and would buy one in a shot if given the chance, but wanted to know why it wasn't listed at the very least as a fantasy sword. Dude got all mad at me, said I didn't know what I was talking about, and insisted that this was a 100% accurate replica of an historical Scottish Claymore. Poor customer interaction aside, this would be my Anduril of choice for the price-point and functionality, though YMMV with the colouration differences etc. EDIT: wow, their prices have skyrocketed since the last time I looked at them...Maybe they wouldn't top my list anymore then. |
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Post by headonastick on Jun 17, 2015 13:47:00 GMT
Thanks for the advice.... the only issue I have with the Claymore is that the pommel doesn't match the cross guard... the cross guard has smooth lines and the pommel has angles. I know, it is a minor thing but it has nothing to do with recreating a duplicate of the movie sword and everything to do with the fact that it troubles my eye and I am kind of particular - especially when making a bigger purchase  On another, sort of related note, I saw some of the work that Fable Blades did in another thread engraving a blade with Elvish characters.... to be honest I think that type of script would be more appropriate on an Anduril that the runes on the movie version... is work like that expensive and is it difficult to find a craftsman to do it? Sorry for the newbie questions, just trying to put together a plan now that plan A is not available. Maybe plan B will be more enjoyable anyway, but I need to learn a few things. |
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Post by Anuan on Jun 17, 2015 13:49:49 GMT
By work do you mean the engraving or the sword itself? Brenno's work is amazing, but not cheap at all. Worth the money though.
Engraving isn't super expensive if you find someone to do it.
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Post by headonastick on Jun 17, 2015 13:57:37 GMT
By work do you mean the engraving or the sword itself? Brenno's work is amazing, but not cheap at all. Worth the money though. Engraving isn't super expensive if you find someone to do it. Thinking of the engraving, but really any work that I decide needs to be done... I can already see this is going to impact my kiddo's college fund  |
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Post by Croccifixio on Jun 17, 2015 14:07:16 GMT
Honestly, Brenno (Fable Blades) kinda tops the list for me on fantasy swords that aren't necessarily pattern welded but require incredible artistry. Quite a price, but you pay for the art.
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Post by Alec.M on Jun 17, 2015 17:13:16 GMT
Thanks for the advice.... the only issue I have with the Claymore is that the pommel doesn't match the cross guard... the cross guard has smooth lines and the pommel has angles. I know, it is a minor thing but it has nothing to do with recreating a duplicate of the movie sword and everything to do with the fact that it troubles my eye and I am kind of particular - especially when making a bigger purchase :) On another, sort of related note, I saw some of the work that Fable Blades did in another thread engraving a blade with Elvish characters.... to be honest I think that type of script would be more appropriate on an Anduril that the runes on the movie version... is work like that expensive and is it difficult to find a craftsman to do it? Sorry for the newbie questions, just trying to put together a plan now that plan A is not available. Maybe plan B will be more enjoyable anyway, but I need to learn a few things. YOu would benefit greatly from checking out Yeshua's swords he does all the things you want at a good price point. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2015 23:39:23 GMT
...or you can learn patience and wait till the sword you were originally after is restocked???
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Post by headonastick on Jun 18, 2015 15:16:37 GMT
...or you can learn patience and wait till the sword you were originally after is restocked??? I'm all about instant gratification. Besides, DSA has stated they will no longer make the sword, so I doubt there will be any restock. Although I am now intrigued with some kind of custom sword, if DSA actually made the Anduril again I'd probably pick it up - much to the relief of my checkbook I am sure. |
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Post by Cottontail Customs on Jun 18, 2015 16:49:36 GMT
I understnad the impatience when you've finally found what you want and are excited to get a hold of it. That being said, you might want to start actively scanning the classifieds section on this and other sword forums for a second hand DSA as well as checking ebay. In our classifieds, you can post a request for the item you're looking for which might catch the attention of someone that was considering selling theirs. Good luck -Josh |
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Post by Afoo on Jun 18, 2015 16:53:47 GMT
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Post by Aikidoka on Jun 18, 2015 17:33:50 GMT
This still makes me a little bitter. I got the opportunity quite a while ago to speak on facebook with the (owner? PR guy? I can't rmember) of TFW and I inquired as to why their Anduril replica is listed as a Claymore. I essentially said I loved the sword, and would buy one in a shot if given the chance, but wanted to know why it wasn't listed at the very least as a fantasy sword. Dude got all mad at me, said I didn't know what I was talking about, and insisted that this was a 100% accurate replica of an historical Scottish Claymore. Poor customer interaction aside, this would be my Anduril of choice for the price-point and functionality, though YMMV with the colouration differences etc. EDIT: wow, their prices have skyrocketed since the last time I looked at them...Maybe they wouldn't top my list anymore then. Haha! I have to make a comment here. I ordered the Claymore (Anduril) from their website. When the box arrived, I excitedly opened it only to find.... he sent me the "Braveheart" sword! Ron gets those two swords mixed up a lot. To the point where he sends the wrong sword out sometimes. I'm guessing he was thinking about the Braveheart sword when he made those comments to you  To his credit, he sent me the Anduril/Claymore right away, before I even boxed up and sent back the Braveheart. So I got to compare the two and found that I liked the Braveheart sword a LOT more. So it was a bit of odd, but good, luck in my case. And to the comments about whether or not the Claymore/Anduril guard design goes well with the pommel, I would echo what other people have said: you need to see and hold the sword to make that call. It is absolutely gorgeous! One more comment: my Braveheart is very sturdy and cuts really well. I was surprised at how well it handled when cutting tatami mats. Not sure if you were planning to cut with your Anduril, but it should be very capable of that if you decide to. ( Here's a cutting video with the Braveheart) |
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