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Post by toddstratton1 on Aug 4, 2024 3:17:07 GMT
Six months ago or longer, 90 percent of at least the popular albion models would only last minutes to hours before being sold on KOA. But now it can take days, or longer. And much further time in availability for less popular models. I find it pretty interesting because it can be reflective of the sword market as a while. However I'm gonna guess albions more recent price increases on top of the added tax from KOA and shipping. Just put quite a few swords above a reasonable amount more are willing to spend. Not that it's not worth the value, just very expensive.
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Post by seth on Aug 4, 2024 16:28:34 GMT
Yes and Albions seem to sit longer on the marketplace too. It may be a reflection of the consumer market as whole. With inflation people have less money for things like swords. In the US at least, average credit card debt has increased a lot, and the job market has slowed.
I bought a Maximillian with a blue grip from KOA before the price increase. They cancelled the order because they apparently found a chip out of the blade on their pre-ship inspection. It was a real bummer because now that same sword is $300 more. The Tyrolean in stock is tempting but with shipping it's going to be $2000. Pretty hard to justify right now.
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Post by nicklw on Aug 7, 2024 1:09:12 GMT
Looks like there was another Albion dump at KOA…. 9 models in stock.
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Post by x on Aug 7, 2024 22:46:26 GMT
Grabbed a principe with oxblood grip. There's a red one left. Didn't want to miss the opportunity on it.
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Post by madirish on Aug 7, 2024 23:34:40 GMT
was definitely tempted by that one...good catch and thanks for taking the temptation away.
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Post by blackngold on Aug 8, 2024 0:20:39 GMT
Yep, another Albion drop.
The black-gripped Ringeck and 2 of the 3 Oakeshotts (Light Brown & Red) left over from previous drops are still there. It looks like somebody finally bought the Green Tyrolean.
New for this drop are: - Fiore w\wire-wrap, Satin, Dark Brown - Viceroy, Satin, Dark Brown - Sovereign, Satin, Black - Thegn, Satin, Black - Principe, Satin, Red
(There WAS a Landgraf available at some point, but it got snatched-up as I was typing this post!)
I'm so conflicted, because I really, really want a Fiore, but hate the half-wire-wrap grip on every model not named "Munich"...
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Post by pellius on Aug 8, 2024 1:38:02 GMT
Fiore now Munich later
There is no conflict 😊
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Post by kungfuguy on Aug 11, 2024 16:27:05 GMT
Yep, another Albion drop. The black-gripped Ringeck and 2 of the 3 Oakeshotts (Light Brown & Red) left over from previous drops are still there. It looks like somebody finally bought the Green Tyrolean. New for this drop are: - Fiore w\wire-wrap, Satin, Dark Brown - Viceroy, Satin, Dark Brown - Sovereign, Satin, Black - Thegn, Satin, Black - Principe, Satin, Red (There WAS a Landgraf available at some point, but it got snatched-up as I was typing this post!) I'm so conflicted, because I really, really want a Fiore, but hate the half-wire-wrap grip on every model not named "Munich"... the landgraf is gone for around two weeks already^^ would love to see a knight or crecy in stock at koa
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Post by blackngold on Aug 12, 2024 1:58:52 GMT
Yep, another Albion drop. The black-gripped Ringeck and 2 of the 3 Oakeshotts (Light Brown & Red) left over from previous drops are still there. It looks like somebody finally bought the Green Tyrolean. New for this drop are: - Fiore w\wire-wrap, Satin, Dark Brown - Viceroy, Satin, Dark Brown - Sovereign, Satin, Black - Thegn, Satin, Black - Principe, Satin, Red (There WAS a Landgraf available at some point, but it got snatched-up as I was typing this post!) I'm so conflicted, because I really, really want a Fiore, but hate the half-wire-wrap grip on every model not named "Munich"... the landgraf is gone for around two weeks already^^ would love to see a knight or crecy in stock at koa If you're interested in a Crecy or Knight, I suspect you might want to reach out to Mike Sigman at Albion and order from them directly-- I've been told by several members of the forum that those two particular models, as well as The Dane and The Vassal, are close to the end of their production runs. It's entirely possible-- though not certain-- that KoA might not get another one of those two again. If you want a sword that could be considered contemporary with (or slightly earlier than) the Knight, and don't mind something a little less "stabby", one of the two Oakeshotts (one Red, one Light Brown) currently in stock at KoA might be worth your consideration...
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Post by toddstratton1 on Aug 12, 2024 5:25:26 GMT
Yep, another Albion drop. The black-gripped Ringeck and 2 of the 3 Oakeshotts (Light Brown & Red) left over from previous drops are still there. It looks like somebody finally bought the Green Tyrolean. New for this drop are: - Fiore w\wire-wrap, Satin, Dark Brown - Viceroy, Satin, Dark Brown - Sovereign, Satin, Black - Thegn, Satin, Black - Principe, Satin, Red (There WAS a Landgraf available at some point, but it got snatched-up as I was typing this post!) I'm so conflicted, because I really, really want a Fiore, but hate the half-wire-wrap grip on every model not named "Munich"... the landgraf is gone for around two weeks already^^ would love to see a knight or crecy in stock at koa I have a knight I was contemplating selling, with dbk pommel markers. I haven't bumped the thread in a bit though.
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Post by blackngold on Aug 13, 2024 2:13:50 GMT
Yep, another Albion drop. The black-gripped Ringeck and 2 of the 3 Oakeshotts (Light Brown & Red) left over from previous drops are still there. It looks like somebody finally bought the Green Tyrolean. New for this drop are: - Fiore w\wire-wrap, Satin, Dark Brown - Viceroy, Satin, Dark Brown - Sovereign, Satin, Black - Thegn, Satin, Black - Principe, Satin, Red (There WAS a Landgraf available at some point, but it got snatched-up as I was typing this post!) I'm so conflicted, because I really, really want a Fiore, but hate the half-wire-wrap grip on every model not named "Munich"... Okay, I'm not sure if they're new, or if they're a part of the previous drop and I just missed them, but there appear to be TWO Ringecks in stock, both satin, one with a Dark Brown grip, one with an Oxblood grip.
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Post by gyalgatine on Aug 13, 2024 4:16:35 GMT
Man I don't know how y'all do it. I ordered a Berserkr and sent it in directly to the scabbard maker, and will need about 2 months until I can receive it for the first time. How do people deal with waiting YEARS for their Albions. xD
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Post by gyalgatine on Aug 13, 2024 21:04:38 GMT
Looks like another Albion dropped. I think its the sovereign that's new?
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Post by blackngold on Aug 15, 2024 1:13:23 GMT
Looks like another Albion dropped. I think its the sovereign that's new? Nope. Regent is the newest one.
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Post by kungfuguy on Aug 15, 2024 12:15:24 GMT
and one sold
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Post by gyalgatine on Aug 15, 2024 16:48:45 GMT
Was the Principe. Congratulations to whoever snagged that beauty.
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Post by toddstratton1 on Aug 15, 2024 16:58:08 GMT
So many tempting swords up for sale there. But we got a lot of nice albions for sale in the classified as well for cheaper than KOA I really need a ringneck soon, but that fiore with wire wrap is really pretty
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Post by toddstratton1 on Aug 21, 2024 19:42:11 GMT
Oh a kingmaker is on the page now. That's a favorite of mine. But not in a position to buy it lol
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Post by blackngold on Aug 22, 2024 1:35:54 GMT
So many tempting swords up for sale there. But we got a lot of nice albions for sale in the classified as well for cheaper than KOA I really need a ringneck soon, but that fiore with wire wrap is really pretty Sooo... I can't help but notice that the Fiore has sold... *eyes toddstratton1 suspiciously* Still a Ringeck, Oakeshott, Sovereign, and now a Kingmaker available.
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Post by toddstratton1 on Aug 22, 2024 6:28:50 GMT
So many tempting swords up for sale there. But we got a lot of nice albions for sale in the classified as well for cheaper than KOA I really need a ringneck soon, but that fiore with wire wrap is really pretty Sooo... I can't help but notice that the Fiore has sold... *eyes toddstratton1 suspiciously* Still a Ringeck, Oakeshott, Sovereign, and now a Kingmaker available. Lol unfortunately not, I can't afford spending the extra on tax and fees KOA charges, I am in the market for a Ringneck at some point though. I prefer the pommel style of that one. The Fiore is absolutely a fun handling and pretty sword though.
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