Justin King warhammer
Jun 21, 2008 23:17:56 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2008 23:17:56 GMT
Hello all. Yep, it's been a while, but I'm back with a new review. (Robert Betts, of Valley, AL, for those unfamiliar)
This review was unintended, I started out to test my Cold Steel 2 hander, but when that went badly awry (I'll post that review after CS has a chance to answer my email), I grabbed this warhammer to vent some considerable frustration.
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For those of you that don't know of Justin, he's a frequent poster on SFI and does some very nice work on daggers, small swords, and as you'll find out, warhammers too.
He had this one posted in the classified section of SFI for $100.00, and I must tell you, it is an absolute steal at that price. He might be convinced to make one to order, so if it appeals to you drop him a line.
Here's Justin's ad for this piece, which has the specifics:
"This is a warhammer I made some time ago, the head is made from a Vaughn mason's hammer so it is of high quality steel and is heat treated, and fully functional. The rear spike has been cut to a point and the hammer face is cleated.The handle is made from a hickory axe handle, with mild steel langents that are inletted flush to the surface of the wood. They are riveted through the handle and continue right up through the head, and are peened over the top edge of the eye hole to hold the head securely on. The handle is also wedged inside the eye and the whole assembly is tight and very solid. The metal parts have some mild rust which gives a comfortable, aged look. Can be used effectively with one hand or two and some brief testing confirms it's durability and a scary potential for causing damage to just about anything you might want to hit with it. I would like to keep it but desperately need funds to pay for a commission which is due soon.
Weight is 2 lbs. 10.1 oz, overall length is 28-1/2", head is 8" long.
100$ plus shipping within the cont. U.S.,
paypal preferred."
Let me tell you, truth in advertising, and Justin is a top-notch person to deal with.
My measurements confirm the above, though my postal scale shows the weight at 2lbs 9oz. Either way, its light weight, and very comfortable in hand.
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In testing, it was easier to use this two handed (and satisfied my urge to beat the crap outta something), but one handed it performed equally as well.
The targets used were a computer case for which I had no use, a telephone pole, and the 16 gauge steel tubing on my that old futon that figures so much in my earlier tests.
To save typing, I'll let the pics speak for themselves...
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the unsuspecting case...
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1st swing... hammer head
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2nd swing, hammer head (note number of holes)
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1st swing, spike
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2nd swing, spike
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3rd...
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after action
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just a bit of paint on the head from the case, otherwise, no changes anywhere.
In closing. Justin made a damn fine warhammer. Very happy to have this in my collection, and will be looking for other pieces of his floating about to add to it. If you're wise, you will too.
5/5, 10/10, or however we're doing it these days in all categories.
This review was unintended, I started out to test my Cold Steel 2 hander, but when that went badly awry (I'll post that review after CS has a chance to answer my email), I grabbed this warhammer to vent some considerable frustration.
.
.
.
.
.
.
For those of you that don't know of Justin, he's a frequent poster on SFI and does some very nice work on daggers, small swords, and as you'll find out, warhammers too.
He had this one posted in the classified section of SFI for $100.00, and I must tell you, it is an absolute steal at that price. He might be convinced to make one to order, so if it appeals to you drop him a line.
Here's Justin's ad for this piece, which has the specifics:
"This is a warhammer I made some time ago, the head is made from a Vaughn mason's hammer so it is of high quality steel and is heat treated, and fully functional. The rear spike has been cut to a point and the hammer face is cleated.The handle is made from a hickory axe handle, with mild steel langents that are inletted flush to the surface of the wood. They are riveted through the handle and continue right up through the head, and are peened over the top edge of the eye hole to hold the head securely on. The handle is also wedged inside the eye and the whole assembly is tight and very solid. The metal parts have some mild rust which gives a comfortable, aged look. Can be used effectively with one hand or two and some brief testing confirms it's durability and a scary potential for causing damage to just about anything you might want to hit with it. I would like to keep it but desperately need funds to pay for a commission which is due soon.
Weight is 2 lbs. 10.1 oz, overall length is 28-1/2", head is 8" long.
100$ plus shipping within the cont. U.S.,
paypal preferred."
Let me tell you, truth in advertising, and Justin is a top-notch person to deal with.
My measurements confirm the above, though my postal scale shows the weight at 2lbs 9oz. Either way, its light weight, and very comfortable in hand.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
In testing, it was easier to use this two handed (and satisfied my urge to beat the crap outta something), but one handed it performed equally as well.
The targets used were a computer case for which I had no use, a telephone pole, and the 16 gauge steel tubing on my that old futon that figures so much in my earlier tests.
To save typing, I'll let the pics speak for themselves...
.
.
the unsuspecting case...
.
1st swing... hammer head
.
2nd swing, hammer head (note number of holes)
.
1st swing, spike
.
2nd swing, spike
.
.
3rd...
.
.
.
after action
.
.
just a bit of paint on the head from the case, otherwise, no changes anywhere.
In closing. Justin made a damn fine warhammer. Very happy to have this in my collection, and will be looking for other pieces of his floating about to add to it. If you're wise, you will too.
5/5, 10/10, or however we're doing it these days in all categories.