rschuch
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Post by rschuch on Jun 20, 2022 22:37:46 GMT
A 900 sq ft condo doesn't really mix with a sword collecting hobby I've found. The scabbards are hidden (partially) behind my TV and the boxes are stashed in my closets (in case I ever want to sell any) so I'm honestly maxxed out unless I start gluing them to my ceiling.
Most of these I've gotten since November of last year and a bunch of you will experience deja vu looking at them because they were obtained on the forum. There are no Albions or Valiant Arms, but overall I'm happy with my choices thanks to some research and opinion getting here.
I've been single for about a year now and I'm told I'll probably stay that way if I bring a female into my place without some sort of warning. Has anyone here had an "interesting" reaction bringing an unprepared person into your arsenal?
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Post by pellius on Jun 20, 2022 23:52:30 GMT
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Post by rschuch on Jun 21, 2022 0:39:56 GMT
Ha! Every one of those swords is double parked! So I take it the secret is layering? And no seating or TV or other amenities...do you have a bathroom or bedroom, or has that all been converted to storage space as well? I guess I could put some drywall over my glass patio doors and mount some there, too....! |
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Post by pellius on Jun 21, 2022 2:02:49 GMT
It’s not my collection, sadly.
But, you know, one can admire..
Hmm. Perhaps storage could be found under a transparent floor?
Ha.
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Post by rschuch on Jun 21, 2022 2:49:26 GMT
It’s not my collection, sadly. But, you know, one can admire.. Hmm. Perhaps storage could be found under a transparent floor? Ha. Yeah, I went to Mr Kelly's thread and spent about an hour perusing his armoury. I'd say he doesn't know the word "restraint" but then he probably has a section in his museum for manacles and handcuffs and all types of medieval torture (and other uses) devices so maybe it's best to say he's a "completist". He knows when enough is enough, though he's yet to get there. My lack of storage space is actually a blessing in disguise. Gives me an excuse to say No. |
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Post by AndiTheBarvarian on Jun 21, 2022 5:06:40 GMT
Please tell us: How exactly do you manage to say No?  |
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rschuch
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Post by rschuch on Jun 21, 2022 11:35:45 GMT
Please tell us: How exactly do you manage to say No? Yeah, well ..err, it's more of a hypothetical theory than an actual documented process. If the whole "mass occupies space" and my ratio of "swords vs human living area" doesn't eventually sink in, I guess I could try something extreme... Like get remarried. Or get a lobotomy. Not necessarily in that order. |
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Post by skelley on Jun 21, 2022 14:02:08 GMT
Ha! Every one of those swords is double parked! So I take it the secret is layering? And no seating or TV or other amenities...do you have a bathroom or bedroom, or has that all been converted to storage space as well? I guess I could put some drywall over my glass patio doors and mount some there, too....! I give you... The Iron Toilet!  Very nice collection, the KA type XIV is such a great feeling sword in the hand! |
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Post by rschuch on Jun 21, 2022 15:04:00 GMT
Ha! Every one of those swords is double parked! So I take it the secret is layering? And no seating or TV or other amenities...do you have a bathroom or bedroom, or has that all been converted to storage space as well? I guess I could put some drywall over my glass patio doors and mount some there, too....! I give you... The Iron Toilet! Very nice collection, the KA type XIV is such a great feeling sword in the hand! HA! I'll be in the Throne Room with my hand on my sword! |
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Post by armizare9 on Aug 22, 2022 5:25:43 GMT
Ha! Every one of those swords is double parked! So I take it the secret is layering? And no seating or TV or other amenities...do you have a bathroom or bedroom, or has that all been converted to storage space as well? I guess I could put some drywall over my glass patio doors and mount some there, too....! I give you... The Iron Toilet! Very nice collection, the KA type XIV is such a great feeling sword in the hand! NO WAY!!! 
Is that really your toilet?
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Post by skelley on Aug 22, 2022 20:28:06 GMT
No way, I'm not cool enough to have something like that. Just some google searching. But if I did, I wouldn't feel so bad for sitting on the bowl for 15 minutes scrolling on my phone.
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Post by armizare9 on Aug 22, 2022 21:38:08 GMT
No way, I'm not cool enough to have something like that. Just some google searching. But if I did, I wouldn't feel so bad for sitting on the bowl for 15 minutes scrolling on my phone. He he oh for sure, i thought if it was real it would be cool to have one of the hilts of a sword activate the flushing function.
It kind of looks real though for you can see the reflection in the wall tiles.  |
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Post by Greg E on Aug 22, 2022 22:37:54 GMT
No way, I'm not cool enough to have something like that. Just some google searching. But if I did, I wouldn't feel so bad for sitting on the bowl for 15 minutes scrolling on my phone. 15 minutes? Why so short of a time? |
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Post by jckang on Aug 23, 2022 15:39:46 GMT
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Post by Barahir on Sept 1, 2022 10:35:12 GMT
Im closing the door of my armoury room when someone unwanted come into my house :)
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Post by rschuch on Sept 1, 2022 20:25:45 GMT
Im closing the door of my armoury room when someone unwanted come into my house ...or the wife! "New swords? NO!! Of course not, honey! What makes you think that?!?" as you slowly close and lock the door behind you... |
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Post by rschuch on Apr 5, 2023 3:13:11 GMT
imgur.com/gallery/AUSerZ6Current state of the collection. Getting close to completion. I stress whenever I think about getting a new one because there's no place to put it and I'll have to sell something to make room, so only absolute must haves at this point.
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Post by LeMal on Apr 5, 2023 4:05:28 GMT
Did someone mention "layering"...? Seriously though, take it from an old hand at fitting gobs of swords in small living spaces--get one of these: www.target.com/p/3-tier-wide-wire-shelving-black-brightroom-8482/-/A-83500072You give up display aesthetics, but, standing them vertically, I can fit from at least 20 to over 40 swords in each of these puppies, depending how simple or complex the hilts. That's that many in 36 inches by 18 inches of space--a mere 4.5 square feet! :p |
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Post by pellius on Apr 5, 2023 13:38:46 GMT
Did someone mention "layering"...? Seriously though, take it from an old hand at fitting gobs of swords in small living spaces--get one of these: www.target.com/p/3-tier-wide-wire-shelving-black-brightroom-8482/-/A-83500072You give up display aesthetics, but, standing them vertically, I can fit from at least 20 to over 40 swords in each of these puppies, depending how simple or complex the hilts. That's that many in 36 inches by 18 inches of space--a mere 4.5 square feet! That…. Is a great idea. Also, very nice collection. |
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rschuch
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Post by rschuch on Apr 5, 2023 17:57:57 GMT
Did someone mention "layering"...? Seriously though, take it from an old hand at fitting gobs of swords in small living spaces--get one of these: www.target.com/p/3-tier-wide-wire-shelving-black-brightroom-8482/-/A-83500072You give up display aesthetics, but, standing them vertically, I can fit from at least 20 to over 40 swords in each of these puppies, depending how simple or complex the hilts. That's that many in 36 inches by 18 inches of space--a mere 4.5 square feet! So... my problem is I don't have ENOUGH swords!!!
Interesting rack, we actually have some of these at work. Maybe I'll borrow one to bring home and test it out. Thanks for the idea!
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