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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2008 0:23:21 GMT
Yeah, I don't doubt that's a superior sword! You're lucky to get a used one. If it were considerably cheaper I'd consider it, but I've had some good advice: get cheaper swords first, decide what kind you like, and then get something really good, and you'll appreciate it more. So I do hope to someday get an Albion (or something comparable). I haven't counted out the Black Prince yet.
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Post by axeman on Jul 17, 2008 0:32:16 GMT
The Albrecht II was one of the first that I really liked actually. The practical version is plain, but ridiculously cheap (inexpensive). Why the price gap? Is there a difference between the two, besides decoration and sharpness? I could consider the practical for a first "practice" real sword. It's cheap enough that I wouldn't have to rule out a good one-hander as well. THAT sounds like a good place to start for your first sword for the money . the more you spend the better swords you have to choose from. later on when you have more cash to put into your sword buys. HAVE FUN ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2008 0:34:38 GMT
Well other then that the albion is a good 200 bucks more then the windlass...it may just be a bit out of the price range. Not to mention that he has until august 1st to come up with the money or it'll be over 400 dollars...at which point, one has to wonder if an atrim wouldn't be better over the quire line. Yes albions are good swords...but keep in mind that such things can be out of the price range for many people. Also keep in mind that if you don't know what you like in a sword, going big on your first sword could lead to a big disapointment. Now for some people spending $1000 dollars for an albion to try out isn't a big deal...for others spending $200 on a windlass is a major purchase. Look at the posts and take a wild guess which one the OP is in . HOLY ####! I Better order that Squire line Knight sword NOW! Where did you hear it was going up to over $400? Please tell me! That's scary news!
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Post by rammstein on Jul 17, 2008 0:40:22 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2008 2:12:58 GMT
Yeah, basically everything goes up 11%.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2008 2:14:53 GMT
Martin can write, can't he? The guy can write about battles on the level of the individual combatants as well as from a strategic point of view - encompassing the entire battlefield. He's done his research, yes indeedy. I will likely pass on Jon Snow's Longclaw, but I will be buying Arya's Needle for myself and for my friend who introduced me to his work. Truly good writers are so very rare! <stepping off soapbox now>
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2008 2:52:31 GMT
It's an epic tapestry of pseudo-medieval life, from a myriad of angles. It's unusually realistic. Sometimes too graphically so. But it's a better snapshot of ancient life than other more flowery books. Not that I prefer Martin's writing to Tolkien's supremacy, but Martin is excellent in his own and different way. I've actually done, or tried to do, some digital art of Jon Snow with Longclaw. Now with my knowledge of swords I may be able to improve it. Right...back to swords...just want to refresh on this page my request to anyone who has the Gen 2 High Elven King sword - how do you like it? Can it be bought anywhere or are they all gone?
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2008 1:37:23 GMT
After more research (I think I've read just about everything there is to read on this forum - "research" now means rereading the stuff I've forgotten), I'm seriously considering the Gen 2 Lucerne. Supposedly better handling than the Black Prince. I just find the whole grip/handle looks overly long/big on it. I LOVE the custom Lucerne that Brian did with the black/green theme. I can't justify getting a fancy scabbard because my sword will hang on the wall most of the time, but I think it'll look better with just a new grip. Consciously aware that if I had spent all this "research" time working at a job, I'd have no money trouble right now. But where's the fun in that? Gen 2 Lucerne (or Black Prince) or Windlass XIV or Hanwei Albrecht II (or practical) Would the Albrecht have to be resharpened? I heard it comes not-quite-sharp from the factory.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 19, 2008 1:58:10 GMT
You don't have to resharpen hanwei euro swords...just a bit of touch up is all you need. The lucerne does indeed handle better then the black prince. It is a much more functional sword...but I like how the black prince looks better. Which is why I got that one. Hey sometimes you have to go where your heart goes and not just thinks things through logically .
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Post by Deleted on Jul 19, 2008 2:31:30 GMT
The lucerne does indeed handle better then the black prince. It is a much more functional sword...but I like how the black prince looks better. Yeah, exactly what I'm thinking! Actually, the Black Prince *seems* to be the more popular sword. And then there's the Henry V, of course, if I wanted a one-hander. Or the Gen 2 Ranger. *kicks self for introducing more options* +1 Karma to Cold Napalm for all the help in this thread, and a great big thanks to everyone else! EDIT: the new Gen 2 Henry V would actually cost me about the same as a sharp Windlass XIV. I wonder which is better side by side?
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Post by Deleted on Jul 26, 2008 16:42:42 GMT
Well, after much huffing and puffing, wishing and washing, procrastinations and decisions, I've finally decided on my first sword. The winner is..... Gen 2 Henry V! ;D Because it seems a similar handling sword to the Windlass XIV which I originally almost bought, but looks prettier. THANK YOU everyone here at SBG, I've basically lived here the last few weeks learning stuff and having fun. And I'm not done yet. I hope to add a two-hander within a few months.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 26, 2008 22:47:16 GMT
Congrats, dude! ;D Now order that sucker and tell us what you think of it.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 26, 2008 23:16:51 GMT
Done! It's going to make the rounds through Brian at DBK for a custom grip. I might make the scabbard a custom project of my own because I've been wanting to do some leatherwork. We'll see.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2008 2:51:30 GMT
Hehe, excellent choice and good luck with your first sword . Maybe by the time you want your next longsword, some of us will have put the tinker line hanwei through it's paces for consideration . And there is maybe the SBG longsword coming up...if we can get our act together hehe.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2008 3:07:43 GMT
Thanks. Now I can leisurely watch for and compare new swords instead of being in a rush. And now I know I'll want a longer one.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2008 6:55:04 GMT
Nice choice. I've been eyeing that one myself, and already having a bastard sword I think a one hander is next for me.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2008 0:46:59 GMT
I was in your position a few weeks ago, and bought a Valiant Armoury Atrim Practical Longsword. They come in the blunt variety as well. However, with shipping its gonna cost you 55 dollars more than what you're looking to spend. cgi.ebay.com/AT-302B-Valiant-Practical-Long-Sword_W0QQitemZ380051251194QQihZ025QQcategoryZ20272QQcmdZViewItemAT-302B Valiant Practical Long Sword on Ebay, at Huchinson's. They always have them for sale, the arming sword is $10 less. $216 shipped for the long sword, they let you choose blunt or AT-304S sharp for the same price. I bought two Windlass swords for my first two real swords, am looking at the Atrim and Gen 2's for my next. I'm pretty happy with the Windlasses, but the blades on other swords, I'm informed, is generally 1/4" thick, as opposed to 3/16". It's got to contribute to stiffer blades, although the tempering and craftsmanship also factors in, of course. My first is this ranger sword, which the ad said was LOTR inspired, although it is free from 'runes' or other markings, which would have killed the deal for me. It is hand and a half, but handles much like a one-hand, nicely counter-balanced by the long handle. Both are fairly well-made for cheaper swords, but will 'waggle' a bit when you hold the handle with one hand, and strike the other heel of your hand against the pommels.
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