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Post by Deleted on Aug 5, 2008 23:28:48 GMT
It came packed good and oiled...my new DSA Squire. It's just as I imagined, and yes, it is a bit heavy at the tip, but not so much that I can't handle because I can actually get both hands on it. It's a beautiful sword. I look forward to cutting down my cornpatch now.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 5, 2008 23:53:01 GMT
Congratulations, did you get it sharpened? I remember when I got my first sword I massacred every plastic bottle around lol.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 5, 2008 23:56:00 GMT
Sweet, have fun and be safe. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 0:08:18 GMT
If you get a chance, post some shots! The pics I see of it never show it in the scabbard, I'd like to see how it looks with it. It's such a nice looking sword. Post back on how it feels in use and other observations, I'd like to hear. I've read reviews of it, of course, but it's always nice to get more user feedback. Also, could you weigh it? I'm curious, after this thread. /index.cgi?board=euromedieval&action=display&thread=5894&page=1
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 4:11:57 GMT
Congrats and welcome to the fold of sword owners and collectors. So does the sword move naturally with you when you use two hands or do you have to still make it work and it is because you have two hands on it? A sword that fits you should be one that you don't have to make work. Oh yeah also curious about the weight .
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 4:35:59 GMT
glad your happy with it please do post some pics if can you
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 12:01:10 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 15:27:02 GMT
I haven't had it sharpened yet, but plan to soon. I've been saving every plastic bottle I can get my hands on and have a good many of them to whack, so I will be able to give a more in-depth report of how this sword handles for a woman. I do struggle with it using one hand, and with two hands, although I can control it pretty well, I will admit that it doesn't give me the return I had hoped for. Women with weak wrists would have trouble with it. Overall, I am pleased with it. It is truly a beautiful sword and has a nice looking scabbard. I will post some pics of it as soon as I can. Oh, and it weighed in at 2lbs 8 1/2 oz.
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Post by alvin on Aug 6, 2008 15:55:47 GMT
Congrats on getting your first sword syntala. Have fun and be careful too - take a look at RicWilly's new cutting safety video. It's a great view for beginners and has a lot of reminders for more experienced cutters too. Let us know what you think of the sword after you've had it a while. And, please do post some photos/videos of it as well. Link to Rick's cutting safety video /index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=6048
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 15:58:55 GMT
I would have gone with a Japanese sword, probably a little more female friendly since the tsuka on most is over 10 inches long.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 16:23:36 GMT
I do have plans to add a few asian swords to my collection. I have a passion for the Medieval era and the weapons of that time, but I'm open to other styles as well. I've seen several nice ones here and there. If you know of a particular one (or two) that would impress me, please feel free to point me to it.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2008 19:47:28 GMT
I do have plans to add a few asian swords to my collection. I have a passion for the Medieval era and the weapons of that time, but I'm open to other styles as well. I've seen several nice ones here and there. If you know of a particular one (or two) that would impress me, please feel free to point me to it. Welcome to the club! As long as you're happy with your sword, that is all that matters. +1 to you for: joining the club, having a passion for the medieval period (my favorite period) and having an open mind.
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Post by wiwingti on Aug 7, 2008 0:08:32 GMT
happy for you syntala ;D
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 0:17:09 GMT
I haven't had it sharpened yet, but plan to soon. I've been saving every plastic bottle I can get my hands on and have a good many of them to whack, so I will be able to give a more in-depth report of how this sword handles for a woman. I do struggle with it using one hand, and with two hands, although I can control it pretty well, I will admit that it doesn't give me the return I had hoped for. Women with weak wrists would have trouble with it. Overall, I am pleased with it. It is truly a beautiful sword and has a nice looking scabbard. I will post some pics of it as soon as I can. Oh, and it weighed in at 2lbs 8 1/2 oz. You know I am training a woman who has low arm strength/weak wrists and she LOVES tip heavy swords...as long as it's light. It's actually what she prefers for her fighting style. She use to do belly dancing so she moves the sword with her hip and stomach. She's very strong in the lower body department so she can generate incredible amounts of force (some of her shot are stronger then anything I can generate). And she keeps the sword balanced while in motion because of the way she sways to counterbalance the sword. It's very pretty to look at and quite effective as well. I'm not sure how historical the fighting style is...but it works. Under 3 lbs...woot. Although I'm not sure if that is a good thing or bad. It means that their forge has a variance of around 1 lb. That's really bad...but at least you got a light one .
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 0:27:48 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 1:07:45 GMT
It looks like the grip is almost 2 inches wide at the top in the second picture and third picture...but it looks smaller in just about everything else I have seen. Well it is something I tell any new fighter, but it applies more to women then men. Your hips and legs have WAY more power then your arm ever will. Use your hips. This lady just kinda went all in because that is where all her strength lies. Use what you got . Anyways, after some trail and error, you will either learn to use and enjoy a blade like the squire, or figure out that such a blade is rubbish for you and buy something else .
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 3:09:01 GMT
The grip is right at an inch wide (3 1/16" diameter) at the pommel and just a tad over an inch and a half wide at the guard (4" diameter).
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 3:27:27 GMT
Yup, read that review and others, and that one shows the scabbard a bit, but I still hadn't seen a clear shot of it, hence the request. Thanks, Syntala, that's the best shot I've seen of it yet. Gives me a clearer idea of what to expect. But, 2 pounds 8-1/2 oz is a half pound, roughly, under what Eyal from DSA said the newest batch is weighing in at (3 lbs 1 oz), and a pound under what some here have reported for it...it makes me wonder how the Knight with a similar blade and 2" shorter can outweigh it. As Cold said, that seems like quite a variance.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 13:45:44 GMT
Congratulations on your new sword. That first one is one you will always remember. Enjoy!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2008 14:38:13 GMT
Grats on your first sword. I just ordered the same one a couple of days ago. It will be interesting to see how much variation there is between yours and mine. I ordered mine via the SBG store with the sharpening option. Since those come direct from DSA in Canada, I would expect it to be from their recently quoted "heavy" batch. Needless to say, it won't break my heart if it weighs in at less than 3 lbs like yours, though! I am keeping my fingers crossed.
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