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Post by rannh1 on Mar 4, 2022 0:41:54 GMT
When you handle the Kern, are you holding it with your index finger over the cross? I strongly believe that is the correct way to wield this sword. I have tried that yes, and while it does make a difference marginally, it still feels clunky. Perhaps due to how it's meant to be used? Have you had a different experience? |
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Post by Aikidoka on Mar 4, 2022 2:22:53 GMT
I just purchased one second hand today. I will do some cutting with it soon and put together a video.
I did a review and cutting video with another Irish ring pommel sword where I described my thoughts on the way these swords were used:
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Post by nddave on Mar 4, 2022 2:54:36 GMT
When you handle the Kern, are you holding it with your index finger over the cross? I strongly believe that is the correct way to wield this sword. I have tried that yes, and while it does make a difference marginally, it still feels clunky. Perhaps due to how it's meant to be used? Have you had a different experience? Type XIX swords are an odd bunch where the focus is more on cutting than thrusting so most have a more forward PoB historically. Another aspect could be the ring pommel making the blade more forward balanced than your other XIX as there isn't much counter balance from the pommel. |
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Post by stormmaster on Mar 4, 2022 3:12:48 GMT
it is a odd one as the gallowglass feels really light and moves lightning quick in the hand
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Post by rannh1 on Mar 4, 2022 12:39:11 GMT
I just purchased one second hand today. I will do some cutting with it soon and put together a video.
I did a review and cutting video with another Irish ring pommel sword where I described my thoughts on the way these swords were used:
I look forward to your review and your handling comments  I have tried that yes, and while it does make a difference marginally, it still feels clunky. Perhaps due to how it's meant to be used? Have you had a different experience? Type XIX swords are an odd bunch where the focus is more on cutting than thrusting so most have a more forward PoB historically. Another aspect could be the ring pommel making the blade more forward balanced than your other XIX as there isn't much counter balance from the pommel. Not all of them. Both the Doge and the Gallowglass are incredibly nimble in the hand as stormmaster said below, the Gallowglass sings in 2 hands and the Doge is lightning fast. Think it's how the Kern was designed to be, handling wise. it is a odd one as the gallowglass feels really light and moves lightning quick in the hand |
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Post by nddave on Mar 4, 2022 13:21:23 GMT
I just purchased one second hand today. I will do some cutting with it soon and put together a video.
I did a review and cutting video with another Irish ring pommel sword where I described my thoughts on the way these swords were used:
I look forward to your review and your handling comments Type XIX swords are an odd bunch where the focus is more on cutting than thrusting so most have a more forward PoB historically. Another aspect could be the ring pommel making the blade more forward balanced than your other XIX as there isn't much counter balance from the pommel. Not all of them. Both the Doge and the Gallowglass are incredibly nimble in the hand as stormmaster said below, the Gallowglass sings in 2 hands and the Doge is lightning fast. Think it's how the Kern was designed to be, handling wise. it is a odd one as the gallowglass feels really light and moves lightning quick in the hand That's what I meant though on average most Type XIX have an average PoB around 6-7", even the Gallowglass. So the type is more cut oriented which by design draws the Pob forward to give more leverage to a cut. Similar to the Type XI the arming sword Type XIX could looked at as a horseman or calvary sword in regard to use. |
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Post by snubnoze on Mar 4, 2022 17:39:55 GMT
My first time venturing into this thread. Wow! You have excellent taste. I even like the Zombie Tools and I'm normally not a fan of their designs. Great collection.
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Post by fester on Mar 4, 2022 19:26:06 GMT
I just purchased one second hand today. I will do some cutting with it soon and put together a video.
I did a review and cutting video with another Irish ring pommel sword where I described my thoughts on the way these swords were used:
I received the KOA Kern sword the other day. I ordered it a last week based upon your review of it. My limit observations of it is similar to yours in the handling. But with a little twist. I found with gloves on I much preferred the finger over the guard and it felt much better to wield in that case. But without gloves on for myself I found that that putting the finger over the guard caused the grip to dig into my palm more than if I did not put my finger over the guard. I did not have an issue with pommel digging into my palm like you did. But everyone's hands are different. With the gloves on I found if I did not put my finger over the guard the pommel would then dig into my palm like you experienced. I would love to know how the Albion Kern handles since I watch your videos when they come out. |
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Post by rannh1 on Mar 6, 2022 0:27:10 GMT
My first time venturing into this thread. Wow! You have excellent taste. I even like the Zombie Tools and I'm normally not a fan of their designs. Great collection. Much obliged And ye the D'Captaine is a strange beast, remarkably light and incredibly sturdy. I would love to know how the Albion Kern handles since I watch your videos when they come out. Isn't that a bit heavier than the Albion kern? |
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Post by fester on Mar 6, 2022 2:20:14 GMT
My first time venturing into this thread. Wow! You have excellent taste. I even like the Zombie Tools and I'm normally not a fan of their designs. Great collection. Much obliged And ye the D'Captaine is a strange beast, remarkably light and incredibly sturdy. I would love to know how the Albion Kern handles since I watch your videos when they come out. Isn't that a bit heavier than the Albion kern? Yes. According to the stats. But weight is not everything. How well balanced masters just as much. It is blade heavy though so that is why I am curious when he reviews the Albion and can give us a clue how it handles compared to the KOA Kern. |
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Post by rannh1 on May 11, 2022 8:13:21 GMT
Yes. According to the stats. But weight is not everything. How well balanced masters just as much. It is blade heavy though so that is why I am curious when he reviews the Albion and can give us a clue how it handles compared to the KOA Kern. He reviewed it, and concluded that it performed as it was expected to. I am unsurprised, if it was designed to be used that way, then historically it's living up to expectations.
Waiting on a few things to arrive before I'll update the thread.
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Post by fester on May 11, 2022 16:48:16 GMT
You are right. he did review it and it was a great review. However, he did not compare or comment on it in regards to his review of the KOA Kern. I would be curious on how the two compare. Especially from someone who has handled both.
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Post by toddstratton1 on May 18, 2022 13:16:36 GMT
Oh wow awesome collection! Have you ever considered selling the Albion Gallowglass? I have been trying to pick one up for over two years now but can't find a seller anywhere haha. Very high end stuff you have collected, really cool!
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Post by rannh1 on May 22, 2022 12:10:41 GMT
Oh wow awesome collection! Have you ever considered selling the Albion Gallowglass? I have been trying to pick one up for over two years now but can't find a seller anywhere haha. Very high end stuff you have collected, really cool! Thank you and no sadly, I will be on the lookout for a Gallowglass for you if that is the case I know they're hard to come by, but it is one of my favourite pieces.
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Post by toddstratton1 on Jun 14, 2022 6:04:52 GMT
Oh wow awesome collection! Have you ever considered selling the Albion Gallowglass? I have been trying to pick one up for over two years now but can't find a seller anywhere haha. Very high end stuff you have collected, really cool! Thank you and no sadly, I will be on the lookout for a Gallowglass for you if that is the case I know they're hard to come by, but it is one of my favourite pieces.
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Post by pbrause on Jun 26, 2022 12:58:44 GMT
What a glorious collection. Every piece is a work of art. Thank you for sharing!
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Post by keltic on Aug 25, 2022 14:36:26 GMT
Good morning good sir
Absolutely beautiful collection
Iam truly amazed in your taste in disine and craftsmanship in Blade Smiths in there artistry
Cheers
Tim seaton
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Post by rannh1 on Aug 28, 2022 7:21:04 GMT
What a glorious collection. Every piece is a work of art. Thank you for sharing! Hah ty  I have been too lazy to post the new ones I have, keep saying I will but have to get down to it  Good morning good sir Absolutely beautiful collection Iam truly amazed in your taste in disine and craftsmanship in Blade Smiths in there artistry Cheers Tim seaton Glad you think so too Much oblged |
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Post by ranstone on Jan 16, 2023 19:05:04 GMT
The Maciej Kopciuch is a work of art.
I am in fact, a stickler for wide blades, but wow. Looks really amazing.
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Post by rannh1 on Jan 19, 2023 14:04:10 GMT
The Maciej Kopciuch is a work of art. I am in fact, a stickler for wide blades, but wow. Looks really amazing.
Thank you, the Medusa is also a wide blade, and I am going to be updating with another Type XVIIIC sometime today or tomorrow |
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I have been too lazy to post the new ones I have, keep saying I will but have to get down to it 
