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New guy Jan 17, 2016 19:08:03 GMT

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Post by brett on Jan 17, 2016 19:08:03 GMT

Hey all,

I found your site as a surfed about the net. Was very pleased as to your content and previous posts. Already, I have learned a lot more about swords, scabbards and the like than I have known before. Thanks.

About me - I enjoy medieval history.. duh. I also enjoy the writings of Christian Cameron, Joe Abercrombie and Mark Lawrence.
I have been studying master Fiore's techniques and messer fighting.
I enjoy the making and techniques of construction of swords more so than the application as I have a few physical impairments.

I have a small collection of knives - older Buck folding hunters and handmade damascus mountain man style knives.
I do own one sword - a decorative US Navy ceremonial sword that I think was made in Spain or Germany, a gift when I retired from the navy in 2000. It's a stainless steel wall hanger. I found this image on the webb. same make and style as mine.

I hope to make an arming or bastard sword of my own soon or purchase a quality blade and finish it myself. Perhaps both as other projects are completed. My favorite swords are historical European.

Please pardon my excessive intro rant.

All the best

Last Edit: Jan 18, 2016 1:13:57 GMT by brett

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LG Martial Arts Manufacturer/Vendor Posts: 2,924	New guy Jan 17, 2016 22:39:06 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by LG Martial Arts on Jan 17, 2016 22:39:06 GMT Hello, and welcome to SBG!
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Adrian Jordan Member Retired Global Moderator Posts: 11,830	New guy Jan 19, 2016 4:24:50 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Adrian Jordan on Jan 19, 2016 4:24:50 GMT Welcome to the forum.
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Bryan Heff Moderator Posts: 2,797	New guy Jan 19, 2016 11:56:08 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Bryan Heff on Jan 19, 2016 11:56:08 GMT Welcome to SBG!
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New guy Jan 19, 2016 16:03:46 GMT

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Post by demonskull on Jan 19, 2016 16:03:46 GMT

brett, Welcome to the forum ! A good way to experience different Euros is to purchase from the second hand market. This will allow you to experience a particular sword type without a major investment. The Classifieds here are a great way to start as there is a section that will show feedback on members who have already bought and sold here. It can give you a better level of comfort than buying from an unknown vendor.

Again Welcome,

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brett Member Posts: 3	New guy Jan 20, 2016 4:56:46 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by brett on Jan 20, 2016 4:56:46 GMT Thanks for the welcome and good advice.
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Post by brett on Jan 17, 2016 19:08:03 GMT

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