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Post by jonnecy on Oct 20, 2015 23:05:05 GMT
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Post by vinland on Oct 20, 2015 23:08:02 GMT
I've never bought from them myself, but there's a large thread about ryansword here
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Post by Cottontail Customs on Oct 20, 2015 23:16:51 GMT
I would suggest avoiding this company for many reasons not worth going into again. There is plenty of info if you do some searching around. I believe they are also associated with St Nihonto, Evansword, Lyueswords and maybe a couple of others as well so be cautious.
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Post by MessengerofDarkness on Oct 21, 2015 0:31:36 GMT
I would suggest avoiding this company for many reasons not worth going into again. There is plenty of info if you do some searching around. I believe they are also associated with St Nihonto, Evansword, Lyueswords and maybe a couple of others as well so be cautious. While I would agree with avoiding Ryanswords, I'm not 100% convinced that Ryansword and ST-Nihonto are the same sellers. ST-Nihonto definitely isn't perfect (in fact, far from it), but from what I've seen, the quality of the products that he puts out are generally of much higher quality than Ryanswords. Ryansword is infamous from old horror stories of rat-tail tangs, fake lamination, and subpar koshirae materials (though I do think they've improved over time, I'd still avoid them). ST-Nihonto has also been around for a while, though I think their track record is definitely better off than Ryansword, at least. At least, that's my one cent (not even two cents, just one).
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Post by Cottontail Customs on Oct 21, 2015 0:53:05 GMT
Well, it was revealed by the Ryansword rep that st nihonto and swords of the northshire were also ryansword in his first statement and lyueswords email and contact info is listed right on the rs website so take it for what it's worth. And I think he confirmed later on that evansword was also associated with rs (or somebody did) but I'm not 100% sure and don't feel like looking for that post right now. I guess buy from whomever you like until you find some reason not to.
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Post by Kiyoshi on Oct 21, 2015 1:15:24 GMT
I know he is moderately reputable, but considering the temper he's been shown to have, I'd need some kind of proof. The ronin katana information makes it seem to me like most ebay forges are just assembly locations and the people like Sheng order sword parts. Customs are sent to the appropriate people to do what is requested. If this is true, it would be like a discount Japanese operation because they have a similar system (if you order from tozando or aoi, they delegate to craftsman as well) but at a much much higher standard of quality. It would seem that someone like ryansword would send and buy from the lower quality lines to save money. That's my thoughts on it. I abstain judgment until I know more though.
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Post by addertooth on Oct 21, 2015 1:26:51 GMT
The two examples of Ryanswords I have would not qualify as heavy cutters. The Niku (edge geometry) is not exceptionally thick. For bottles, pool noodles, rolled mats, they would likely work just fine. On the ones I have the fit and finish seems fine. The ito does alternate as expected. They actually provided the Hishigami I paid for. The fittings are standard Longquan fare. The Tsubas are tight with no rattle. The Tsukas (handles) are pretty simply shaped, with no sculpted tapering in the middle (the handles are what is referred to the "potato" shape). Both of the Tsukas were full ray skin wrap (as versus one inch wide panels). The blades were straight, without undesirable tapering in the middle. Both of the tips were "geometric" as versus simply counter-polished to look like they had a clear line. At some point a very detailed review will be done on both blades. Overall, the swords are not a "10", but neither are they a "0". In short, you can do better, but then, you can do far far worse. Ryan seems to do a nicer job with his $500 plus swords.
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Post by zabazagobo on Oct 21, 2015 2:01:34 GMT
I would suggest avoiding this company for many reasons not worth going into again. There is plenty of info if you do some searching around. I believe they are also associated with St Nihonto, Evansword, Lyueswords and maybe a couple of others as well so be cautious. ^I fully second what Josh said.
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Post by jonnecy on Oct 21, 2015 7:55:17 GMT
Thanks for the many replies! Guess I will have to look elsewhere for a decent tachi;)
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Post by Sean (Shadowhowler) on Oct 21, 2015 14:37:27 GMT
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Post by MessengerofDarkness on Oct 21, 2015 15:59:18 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2015 16:12:31 GMT
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Post by MessengerofDarkness on Oct 21, 2015 16:57:02 GMT
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Post by nddave on Oct 21, 2015 17:25:01 GMT
This one looks good from United Cutlery, Don't know if its super durable or anything but it looks pretty decent and comes from a manufacture with a decent rep and a seller who's very credible. If anything Email Ryan at KOA and ask him what he thinks of it. It cant be any worse than any of the Ebay vendors in the same price range. www.kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=UC2580&name=Kogane+Dynasty+Forged+TachiThere's also this one from KrisCutlery that's more in the price range of those Ryans you're looking at. Another well received maker from the same site. I'd honestly take Kris's Tachi over the United, Ryan or any other Ebay vendor. kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=KRSMSC
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2015 17:47:56 GMT
Thats for sure! But "monkey wrench"? What does this mean? Dont know the term/proverb/saying...
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Post by tomas10215 on Oct 21, 2015 17:49:40 GMT
I have 5 swords from ryan swords. Avoid them.
Go with kaneie, or hanwei.
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Post by nddave on Oct 21, 2015 18:05:50 GMT
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Post by nihontocaster on Oct 21, 2015 18:06:38 GMT
Or Huawei, or Kris Cutlery, maybe Hanbon, ...Basically avoid RyanSwords or similar fishy looking outlets. Random lamination terms being thrown around without pictures showing lamination, bad tsuka-ito wraps, all kinda signs of meh quality.
Btw, does it have to be a complete Tachi, including the typical scabbard, or would a Katana with faux-Tachi fittings also work? The later could be a lot easier to find, especially since the "beloved" Arts-Feng does a fittings set which happens to be Tachi looking...
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Post by Kiyoshi on Oct 21, 2015 18:08:13 GMT
How about this idea, you let us know what you are looking for and we'll try and find it for you.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2015 18:14:51 GMT
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