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Post by Jayhawk on Jul 17, 2015 11:07:43 GMT
OK, after doing some more reading on the forum, I've read a decent amount on Jkoo/Sinoword and feel better that they are a reasonable choice. I go back and forth on the Hanwei/Roddell Cutting Jian vs. the Jkoo/Sinosword Affordable Cutting Jian. I know some of you have both and can compare them. The price is a wash for me ($250 w/free shipping for the Hanwei and $189 plus about $40 shipping for the Jkoo). I want something sturdy yet attractive and I fully plan to cut with it. So...vote and then post why you prefer one over the other.  specs: Hanwei/Roddell Cutting Jianversus  Specs: Jkoo/Sinosword Affordable Cutting Jian |
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Post by Jayhawk on Jul 18, 2015 2:55:54 GMT
Note...I updated my original post after a lot more research. Polls are fun, so please vote and if you have experience with either sword...please share your thoughts on it.
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Post by ineffableone on Jul 18, 2015 6:08:48 GMT
I have a Scott Roddell but not the Jkoo jian. But think either would likely give you plenty of joy and happiness.
I would however say I prefer having the wrapped handle rather than the smooth wood handle for practical cutting purposes. So cast my vote for the Roddell model.
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Post by Pogo4321 on Jul 18, 2015 6:22:36 GMT
Used to have the Rodell; wish I still did. Great sword. Really comfortable grip. More of a hand and a half sword. Nice and sharp; good cutter. Designed by a dude that knows what he's doing. No direct knowledge of the jkoo.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2015 9:07:38 GMT
Have the Rodell Cutting Jian, it's purpose built cutting sword and very well made, extremely sturdy construction, you can't go wrong with this one. I don't have the Sinosword Jian though to give a comparison.
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Post by Jayhawk on Jul 18, 2015 18:39:33 GMT
Well, there were 6 Hanwei Cutting Jians on Amazon when I put up this poll and now they're down to 4. With Amazon credit card application, I can get the sword with free shipping for only $190, and with only 4 left...it was too tempting.
So, now I have one of the Hanwei/Rodell cutting jians coming my way on Monday. Better go sell an Irish flute to offset the costs.
Thanks for the votes folks. I do think the Jkoo looks nice, but as shown by the 12 hours I spent wrapping my Condor Dadao, I prefer a wrapped handle and am happy to have someone else wrap it for me!
Eric
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