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Post by Dandelion on Jun 18, 2021 21:31:39 GMT
I know Holg once ordered one or more of the double edge ninja swords. Good moment to try another one. I'm really happy with mine. Everything straight and tight, the only problem was a too tight scabbard mouth which needed some file work. But this sword feels really good in the hand, good weight, mass distribution and balance, and this without distal taper, from a UC, incredible! Tbh it handles like I think a lightsaber should do. He had tried out the straight double edge, the waki and the katana from the "Boshin" line; all were "bull" in his words. He has a laser eye on defects/flaws, but even i was able to see that the blades were bent on two swords and twisted in the other. The Honshu medieval style sword was with a very good blade, but the grip rattled and the screws were... "overturned"? Dont know if that word exists; they were not able to be tightened. "Free rotating", so to speak.
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Post by alientude on Jun 18, 2021 23:38:03 GMT
Nice little rondel waster for my HEMA classes once my elbow heals.
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Post by kjakker on Jun 19, 2021 2:46:30 GMT
Cool. I have one but nowhere to practice.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 19, 2021 12:12:40 GMT
What'd you do to your elbow?
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Post by alientude on Jun 19, 2021 16:10:27 GMT
Poor technique when cutting - I was locking my arms fully extended, which gave me a case of tennis elbow.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 19, 2021 16:13:35 GMT
At least you didn't drop your type XV and have it go through your shoe. The toenail will grow back out...
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Post by alientude on Jun 19, 2021 18:07:04 GMT
Ouch! The elbow pain is frustrating because I just started HEMA classes and have to take a step back, stop practicing and attending, and let it heal.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 19, 2021 19:59:39 GMT
Take your time to let it heal, then HEMA will teach you the right technique. That's something I don't do - cut with my swords. I just collect them, wear them to festivals, look at them, maintain them. You really went all in, didn't you?
I do screw around with wooden wasters, but they keep coming apart on me. Been through three already. Think I need a couple synthetics.
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Post by Murffy on Jun 28, 2021 1:24:17 GMT
This arrived a couple of days ago, a Dynasty Forge Bushi FF Wakizashi Hi 20" Silver Wave. Weight: 732g / 25.8 oz Length: 27.5" Blade: 21" (from tsuba) Distal Taper: 7mm at the base to 5mm at 1.5 inches from the tip POB: 5" from tsuba Made with folded 1095/1080/1060 steels and differentially hardened with hamon. I was a little disappointed the weight came in a 100 grams heavier than listed. It feels a bit blade heavy, certainly more than my Raptor wakizashi, but I'm already starting to get used to the feel of it. I'm not sure what's normal for a wak. The edge of the tip section had a slight fold. A few strokes with ceramic rod took care of that, otherwise it came quite sharp. The end cap of the saya popped off but a little glue secured it back in place. I intended it to be more of functional show-piece rather than a regular cutter but I did take one swipe at my striking dummy of rolled up rugs. After a few practice strokes to get the whoosh sound going, I struck the dummy with the tip. It bit deep. The sword certainly has blade presence and there was no effect on the edge. So far I'm not sure if I'm ga-ga about it but it may well grow on me.
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Post by pellius on Jun 29, 2021 17:32:30 GMT
Italian Model 1833 Mounted Artillery Saber
I just received this saber today. It is in pretty good overall condition. The hilt is sound, with the wire bound leather grip and scabbard washer intact. The blade maintains its original appleseed edge having never been sharpened. The quillon is slightly distorted, the ferule is slightly displaced, and the blade has a very minor bend, as if someone fell on the saber from horseback while wielding it. The back strap is fine, though. I’m told the hilt of this model can be disassembled by unscrewing the pommel, so the sword may have been repaired during its service life with a parts-bin back strap. The pommel seems tighter than from the factory (i.e., the tang screw threads protrude slightly). Perhaps evidence of an interesting story.. The blade has a few minor dings on the cutting edge at the point of percussion. The hilt and forte are free from nicks, leading me to guess that the edge was dinged up during the saber's retirement by an overly enthusiastic back yard swashbuckler. Everything is otherwise tight and intact. The sword has a nice ring when struck. The scabbard is free from major dents or other damage, and the plating seems unharmed by any underlying rust or corrosion. Overall, it is a nice example of one of the more desirable budget antique Euro sabers. I'm very happy to have it. Cheers.
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Post by stormmaster on Jun 29, 2021 19:07:16 GMT
Looks clean, congrats dude
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Post by markus313 on Jun 29, 2021 21:00:42 GMT
Oh nice, very nice! Congrats on the purchase, Pellius!
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Post by bas on Jun 29, 2021 21:02:24 GMT
Nice sword Pellius, congrats. They certainly are an attractive model.
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Post by pellius on Jun 29, 2021 22:38:47 GMT
Storm, Markus, Bas - Thanks, y’all. I think it’s a keeper.
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Post by alientude on Jun 29, 2021 22:46:54 GMT
Very nice.
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Post by aldarith on Jun 30, 2021 2:10:31 GMT
Got this ol' Tod Cutler/ Tod's Stuff Seax courtesyof tenguash!
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Post by pellius on Jun 30, 2021 4:35:07 GMT
Alientude - thank you
Aldarith - very cool seax
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Post by aldarith on Jun 30, 2021 13:41:49 GMT
Aldarith - very cool seax Thank you, sir! I love Tod's creations so I am endeavoring to find as many as I can!
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Post by AndiTheBarvarian on Jul 2, 2021 6:39:20 GMT
Obviously there can be more than one! Congrats!
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Post by howler on Jul 2, 2021 20:36:42 GMT
Obviously there can be more than one! Congrats! I got something to say...better to burn out than fade away.
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