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Post by fionn on Mar 17, 2022 21:15:07 GMT
So I took a chance and ordered the Father's sword from Ryansword. It was not expensive and less than the MRL one and way less expensive than the Albion version. Overall, I have to say that it was a nice surprise. I placed my order in mid January and it arrived in mid march so shipping times may be an issue, however this was not unexpected. Packaging- The sword was packed in a Styrofoam box that fit the sword perfectly. this was then covered with a huge amount of packing tape. Inside the box the well oiled sword was in a "sheath" of a leather-esque material and in the sheath it was wrapped in plastic. this was also the same for the hilt. Fit and Finish- The castings were very well done, the etchings on the blade were nice and deep. The grind on the blade was consistent and clean and it comes sharp. There was no noticeable play or rattling in the hilt. When checking for the point of percussion, I did notice a slight noise where the blade vibrated slightly against the castings that overlap the blade. I am ok with this as it is minor and unlikely to have an issue. Handling: This is a hard one. This sword was not designed for that. it's heavy. Really heavy. There is an option to get it with a fuller which I did not do but it will lighten up the blade slightly. Overall the balance isn't bad, but remember that this is a fantasy piece. it was designed to look cool. it really does look cool so they nailed that. There is 0 distal taper so it weighs in at about 5.5 pounds. Overall impressions: this does exactly what it is supposed to do. it's a replica of a heavy cool looking sword that appears to be well made and very solid. I will add pics as soon as I figure out how to make them smaller Update: Pics added!
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Post by nddave on Mar 17, 2022 21:49:38 GMT
Download Litphoto it is a free photo compressor. Easy to use too.
Nice review, past reviews have said good things about their Atlantean. Didn't realize they had a no fuller option. Kinda of an odd choice since the original movie sword is fullered with engravings but if you were looking for a more personal or individual sword I could see why.
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Post by pgandy on Mar 18, 2022 12:47:03 GMT
If you are running a Microsoft OS such as Windows 10 Windows 7 etc. you should already have “Paint”. With Win 10 there is also 3-D Paint. Paint is there also in Win 10 but you have to look for it. I use Paint but the 3-D version should work. This will reduce the file size. Also FWIW some cameras have a setting that will take a photo suitable for email. Use that setting if available and it won’t be necessary to reduce the size.
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Post by blairbob on Mar 19, 2022 15:16:50 GMT
interesting. a fuller would be nice but no distal taper means it would definitely be heavy.
i am fairly strong as most people go but 5.5lbs is 5.5lbs and I'm not the size of Arnold or Halfnor. I'm a scaled down version lol.
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Post by Kane Shen on Mar 21, 2022 2:22:44 GMT
Don't forget my custom that is now available to everyone lol. You have this one, too? I heard good things about this sword from Holger. Seems to be the most usable version, with distal tapering, and a lot lighter than Albion's version, which was closer to the original Hero version of the prop for the films. Ryan Sword's still hefty, weighs about 5-6 lbs, but a lot less than Albion's 8 lbs.
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Post by Kane Shen on Mar 21, 2022 2:34:05 GMT
You have this one, too? I heard good things about this sword from Holger. Seems to be the most usable version, with distal tapering, and a lot lighter than Albion's version, which was closer to the original Hero version of the prop for the films. Ryan Sword's still hefty, weighs about 5-6 lbs, but a lot less than Albion's 8 lbs. Brother Kane, not only do I have one of these. It is indeed my custom specs and coloration and fuller length, etc. They are simply offering it to everyone lol. Literally, the one you see on the advertising photos was mine before shipment. I have seen this one on their website, and also heard very positive things about it from other members of the community, and I made up my mind to buy one eventually when I can free up some funds. Quite surprising it was your design--well Jody's design, with your modification on the details to make it more functional. Now that I think about it, it's not so surprising =D
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2022 10:43:40 GMT
Brother Kane, not only do I have one of these. It is indeed my custom specs and coloration and fuller length, etc. They are simply offering it to everyone lol. Literally, the one you see on the advertising photos was mine before shipment. I have seen this one on their website, and also heard very positive things about it from other members of the community, and I made up my mind to buy one eventually when I can free up some funds. Quite surprising it was your design--well Jody's design, with your modification on the details to make it more functional. Now that I think about it, it's not so surprising =D Point of order from a Conan fan. The Atlantean sword was designed by production designer Ron Cobb.
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Post by blairbob on Mar 21, 2022 16:52:36 GMT
Can someone post the website? I searched for Holger and Conan and didn't find one. I came across a Custom Conan sword on another bladeforum for $2.3k which is less than the Albion but apparently lighter than the Albion and Ryansword.
I'm not in the market now for one but one day (well besides the RyanSword or something at it's level in the closer future).
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Post by Kane Shen on Mar 22, 2022 4:03:10 GMT
I have seen this one on their website, and also heard very positive things about it from other members of the community, and I made up my mind to buy one eventually when I can free up some funds. Quite surprising it was your design--well Jody's design, with your modification on the details to make it more functional. Now that I think about it, it's not so surprising =D Point of order from a Conan fan. The Atlantean sword was designed by production designer Ron Cobb. I stand corrected! Cobb was the designer, and Samson just made them.
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Post by Kane Shen on Mar 22, 2022 4:04:38 GMT
Can someone post the website? I searched for Holger and Conan and didn't find one. I came across a Custom Conan sword on another bladeforum for $2.3k which is less than the Albion but apparently lighter than the Albion and Ryansword. I'm not in the market now for one but one day (well besides the RyanSword or something at it's level in the closer future). I think this is the version of the Conan sword discussed in this thread. www.ryansword.com/Handmade-Conan-Atlantean-Sword-1095-Carbon-Steel-Brass-Fittings-Functional--Ryan1407-p-1306.htmlThey have made several versions, and this one is perhaps the best.
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Post by AndiTheBarvarian on Mar 22, 2022 4:59:50 GMT
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Post by nddave on Mar 22, 2022 6:30:49 GMT
I recently purchased a Windlass version and am impressed with its overall fit and finish. The worst is some pitting and unevenness in the hilt polish but overall the casting is well done and there are no odd shapes or miss fitted parts. Everything is tight and sound. Blade is well done with an even polish and no warps or twists. Working on the review now but have been a little too busy to get the video finished. Plan on sharpening it and Cutting with it too but have a few follow ups ahead of it.
Also purchased the scabbard separately and while it's nothing to brag about it holds the sword well and has an asthetic look that matches the sword. Think of it as a mix between the fur Barbarian and leather Destroyer scabbards from each film.
As far as the what the hilt is made of, I'm 99% sure it's brass. Did a few brass tests and it passed all of them. Guess I could do the deep scratch test but don't really want to ruin the finish. Holg had a habit of faking tests to make things he didn't like look bad (when he claimed the Windlass Homildon Hill hilt was cast metal instead of brass, which was proven wrong by both Voltan and me) so what he did like (for example anything Ryansword) look better. Either or the hilt parts of the Windlass are solid and well made and are not a failure point of the sword (aside from adding the majority of the sword's overall weight).
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Post by pellius on Mar 22, 2022 19:54:26 GMT
fionn - Thank you for the review. I had been kinda wanting a Father’s Sword, and this gave me a good idea what I’d be getting from RS.
TLL - that is a nice looking Atlantean. Very tempting.
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Post by fionn on Mar 25, 2022 16:22:28 GMT
added pics. After playing with it for a week or so, I still like it. No rattles etc in it though the wrapping is not really leather. I will probably be replacing that at some point. I think that if I had to do it again, I would have gotten the fuller option. it wouldn't make a big difference, but for the look it would be worth it. I think that an Atlantean is in my future though, based on the quality of this piece. The hilt is not shiny brass, but I like the look. if anyone has any questions I will be happy to answer them.
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Post by fionn on Mar 25, 2022 20:33:53 GMT
I could probably take a video of mine if anyone is interested. I would be interested. The photos seem a little dark.
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Post by Kane Shen on Mar 27, 2022 2:39:47 GMT
Lighting wasn't too good for a video but I did snap a few decent pictures I think. Beautiful photography, brother! The velvet color background is a good choice. Maybe not green after all as I suggested Hope to see some stats of this sword in the future.
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Post by Lonely Wolf Forge on Mar 28, 2022 1:25:48 GMT
can anyone confirm whether the fittings are real brass/bronze and not zinc alloy painted?
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Post by fionn on Mar 28, 2022 13:30:19 GMT
I have to say, that looks pretty great! I'm supper happy with the piece I got and I think that I will be ordering more pieces from them. I like your Destroyer version and there are a few others that I am looking at too. I may try one of their more "historical" pieces and compare those. They do say that the fittings are brass on the website and I need to find a spot to test it. Unfortunately you can't really go by weight. Zinc is 445.30 per cubic foot and even though brass is 435.68 pounds per cubic foot, there is not really enough data to determine the material. I may take a file to it and see what it does or the easier way, send them an email and see what they say.
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Post by Lonely Wolf Forge on Mar 29, 2022 20:17:45 GMT
can anyone confirm whether the fittings are real brass/bronze and not zinc alloy painted? How would you like me to test it? the only way i know of is to put a deep scratch and see if its yellow underneath or dull grey
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Post by pgandy on Mar 29, 2022 20:29:13 GMT
If you go for the scratch test disassemble if possible and scratch in an area that will be hidden when re-assembled.
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