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Post by crisock on Aug 18, 2017 18:51:36 GMT
Hey All,
I've recently been looking to include a Canadian Naval Officer's Sword into my collection as a retirement gift to myself (I'm an officer in the RCN) and I was wondering if anyone has any experience with Canadian Officer Swords - either historical or modern reproductions. Has anyone ever dry handled or cut with any Canadian Officer's sabres? I know the majority of the current Candian Forces swords out there are cheaper stainless steal knock offs but I have found a company (William Scully) that uses 1050/1060 steal to produce their blades. On their description page they state that they make these swords to the specifications and standards originally laid out by Canada over 100 years ago. I have also been in contact with them and they do sharpen 1/3 of the blade as per regulations as well.
Here's a link to their site:
www.williamscully.ca/shop/index.php/shop/canadian-swords/swords.html
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Post by Dave Kelly on Aug 18, 2017 19:33:31 GMT
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Post by bfoo2 on Aug 19, 2017 0:59:34 GMT
Hello William Scully of Montreal has been in the sword business for quite some time. I've seen their mark on some swords from the king George V era so they go at least as far back as WWII I have a "Modern" EIIR 1912 cav officers from a Canadian maker (of course "modern" is relative given how long Elizabeth II has been reigning!) It is made of nickel plated spring steel. On my example the handling can be best described as acceptable; however I can't help but think that a "proper" 1908/1912 made at the turn of the century (when men were rough and swords were made for fightin') would handle better. With that very limited experience in mind, it might be worthwhile seeing if you can find one second hand. Afoo and I have dealt with two Canadian antiques dealers: John C Denner and CollectorsSource. Both tend to carry a lot of Canadian content, and our experiences have been decent. Down east Trading is another name I am aware of in the Canadian market but I have not dealt with them yet. Check them out and see if they have an antique RCM sword
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Post by bfoo2 on Aug 19, 2017 1:02:10 GMT
On an unrelated note, William Scully is about 3 miles From where I live in Montreal. Was planning to drop by and ask them to refurbish a few things for a while now but never found the time. Called them a few times and they seem nice
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Post by Afoo on Aug 19, 2017 5:42:05 GMT
Guthrie woods out of Canada does swords too
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Post by bfoo2 on Aug 20, 2017 23:37:01 GMT
I thought Guthrie Woods resold WKC stuff?
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Post by crisock on Aug 21, 2017 2:35:38 GMT
Hello William Scully of Montreal has been in the sword business for quite some time. I've seen their mark on some swords from the king George V era so they go at least as far back as WWII I have a "Modern" EIIR 1912 cav officers from a Canadian maker (of course "modern" is relative given how long Elizabeth II has been reigning!) It is made of nickel plated spring steel. On my example the handling can be best described as acceptable; however I can't help but think that a "proper" 1908/1912 made at the turn of the century (when men were rough and swords were made for fightin') would handle better. With that very limited experience in mind, it might be worthwhile seeing if you can find one second hand. Afoo and I have dealt with two Canadian antiques dealers: John C Denner and CollectorsSource. Both tend to carry a lot of Canadian content, and our experiences have been decent. Down east Trading is another name I am aware of in the Canadian market but I have not dealt with them yet. Check them out and see if they have an antique RCM sword Thanks for the info! I'm glad to hear that the swords are at least acceptable - though for that price range they better be! I'll have to look and see what antiques those companies carry as well. As long as I am able to find a RCN Officer's Sword (either antique or modern) that handles well I will be happy.
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