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Post by skelley on Apr 17, 2022 4:24:09 GMT
Are you kidding me?! I got the worst luck. Seems like every time one gets ready to come out I spend my money on something else. Oh well, what can ya do? That is a really interesting pommel design though, really catches the eye.
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Post by Kane Shen on Apr 24, 2022 17:38:50 GMT
I really like VA's update on Atrim swords' hilt furniture. However, I wish the Solingen style pommel on this one could have a little bit more volume. It's a little bit flatter than the typical Solingen pommels, thus lacking some dimension.
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Post by ggower on Apr 24, 2022 18:17:56 GMT
Have they released the stats on the XIV?
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Post by alientude on Apr 28, 2022 21:13:06 GMT
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Post by stormmaster on Apr 28, 2022 21:14:03 GMT
The Milan is now available at Kult of Athena (no listing for one with a scabbard yet). no scabbard until after blade im afraid
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Post by Percy on Apr 28, 2022 23:23:26 GMT
I've had the privilege of handling both the Tauber and an Angus Trim XVIIIb. Here's what they look like side by sideThere's only a subtle difference in the geometry and handling. The hexagonal profile continues for a little longer on the Angus Trim, you have more grip if you use the wheel pommel, and it feels a little more substantial. Other than that, the handling is almost identical. The Valiant Armoury collaboration has managed to faithfully reproduce the balance that Angus Trim swords are known for. I was less impressed by the Kingston Arms line. I don't have an equal set to compare, however. I tried out the Kingston Arms XIIIa and the Angus Trim XIIIc, and ended up selling the XIIIa. Kingston Arms and Angus TrimWish I could tell you about the Ansbach, I barely missed getting my hands on one!
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Post by badguybuster on May 15, 2022 13:10:00 GMT
I snagged the last Ansbach that AOC had in stock :-)
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Post by sonnysuttles on May 18, 2022 20:08:03 GMT
I really like VA's update on Atrim swords' hilt furniture. However, I wish the Solingen style pommel on this one could have a little bit more volume. It's a little bit flatter than the typical Solingen pommels, thus lacking some dimension. It was more important to hit weight targets for this project. All the larger pommels like this one may look good but they would have destroyed the performance on this model.
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Post by Kane Shen on May 18, 2022 22:24:24 GMT
I really like VA's update on Atrim swords' hilt furniture. However, I wish the Solingen style pommel on this one could have a little bit more volume. It's a little bit flatter than the typical Solingen pommels, thus lacking some dimension. It was more important to hit weight targets for this project. All the larger pommels like this one may look good but they would have destroyed the performance on this model. Yeah I’m aware that Gus has strict standard on being faithful to his design and the exact pommel weight. Is it possible to implement a partially hollow pommel to stick to the weight requirement of the pommel but also offers the dimension found on Solingen style pommels?
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Post by kclee008 on May 18, 2022 22:28:28 GMT
Has anyone gotten their hands on one yet? I’ve got one of the last Ansbach’s on the way, but am very interested to see a review on the Milan.
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Post by curiomansion on May 20, 2022 8:47:18 GMT
Has anyone gotten their hands on one yet? I’ve got one of the last Ansbach’s on the way, but am very interested to see a review on the Milan. A review on the Milan might be closer than you think.
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Post by curiomansion on May 20, 2022 9:06:08 GMT
I really like VA's update on Atrim swords' hilt furniture. However, I wish the Solingen style pommel on this one could have a little bit more volume. It's a little bit flatter than the typical Solingen pommels, thus lacking some dimension. I actually think it's perfect given the overall dimensions of the sword. For me, the Milan evokes a well executed Hollywood aesthetic, and I mean that in a good way; aesthetically along the lines of Albion's Sherwood sword, for example. Again I mean this as a compliment, but it looks more medieval-style, or medieval-inspired, than strictly medieval: aesthetically in line with some of the more tasteful Victorian fakes, a lot of the classical Hollywood swords, and even Disney. Maybe I'm completely off base, but that's the vibe I get. I'm so glad it doesn't look more like the "Solingen." Full disclosure though, I actually think the Solingen is an ugly design overall, so there's that. That said, I am really excited that Windlass + RA + Matt Easton are making the Solingen's sister sword from the RA. I'll probably pick one of those up as well, despite my dislike of the design. haha I'd love to hear Sonny give some background on his design inspirations.
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Post by kclee008 on Jul 3, 2022 10:59:02 GMT
Has anyone bought the Milan? If so, what are your impressions? I haven’t seen much in way of any reviews or chatter like the other Vision line swords.
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Post by curiomansion on Jul 4, 2022 3:35:37 GMT
Has anyone bought the Milan? If so, what are your impressions? I haven’t seen much in way of any reviews or chatter like the other Vision line swords. I've had mine for about a week so far, but I'm out of recycled newpapers for cutting; managed to get one roll cut. Apart from that, I cut about six milk jugs and was able to get about 8 or so good cuts out of each jug. I tend to get between 10-13 cuts per jug with swords that I'm good and familiar with, so a bit to go. I haven't hit any harder targets just yet. I've dry handled it a bunch, but don't consider one week much time to get a really good read of the sword. What stands out so far is how good of a sense you get of the CoP. Most of the weight feels centered on the CoP, and it naturally pivots there. I imagine it hits relatively hard for its weight, but I haven't tested it yet. The hilt is kinda sharp like other Vision line sword, but I wear a glove when I cut and drill, so I actually don't mind it; it makes the sword feel very secure in my hand. Overall it feels like a good up close and personal brawling sword. I'll post a more comprehensive review when I've had more time with it.
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Post by stormmaster on Jul 4, 2022 4:01:56 GMT
im also getting one but i really like the blue grip u got for yours, was it directly from va?
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Post by curiomansion on Jul 4, 2022 6:18:34 GMT
im also getting one but i really like the blue grip u got for yours, was it directly from va? As directly as can be! I ordered one a little over a month ago, and I so happened to be in Dallas the weekend it was ready. Sonny dropped it off at my gig. Awesome service. Yeah, I spent a week deciding on the color of the grip, haha. I even photoshopped different colors onto the pics to see which I liked best. I settled on the blue and don't regret it! It's gorgeous.
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Post by curiomansion on Jul 6, 2022 20:46:48 GMT
Had a little cutting shootout today. The Milan didn't do as well as the Cherusker with hard targets, but it didn't do too bad for so nimble a sword. I cut small trees (not sure what type; they're a junk tree that grows incredibly quickly about 1.5" thick); no edge damage. It's a wonderful sword. Highly recommended so far.
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Post by kclee008 on Jul 6, 2022 20:52:12 GMT
Had a little cutting shootout today. The Milan didn't do as well as the Cherusker with hard targets, but it didn't do too bad for so nimble a sword. I cut small trees (not sure what type; they're a junk tree that grows incredibly quickly about 1.5" thick); no edge damage. It's a wonderful sword. Highly recommended so far. Very helpful and interesting contest! Good to know it did pretty well on hard targets with no edge damage. Thanks for sharing!
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Post by alientude on Jul 15, 2022 0:24:00 GMT
Next model has popped up on Age of Chivalry, a type XIIa this time.
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Post by stormmaster on Jul 15, 2022 0:31:08 GMT
me like the pommel, oh no must resist
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