The Oakeshott XIV "MOONBRAND" Sword
Jun 9, 2023 3:01:16 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jun 9, 2023 3:01:16 GMT
I have a thing for the XIV arming swords. Years ago, Museum replicas carried this exact sword, one handed, slightly curved guard, wheel pommel and the unique four thin fullers, if you want to call them that, that run down the center of the blade about halfway. I'll try and attach the Moonbrand video where a very well-preserved specimen is unwrapped and discussed.
This model is made by Deepeeka and is in their line up and I have bought it and unfortunately, it had to go back. The great crew at KoA simply applied the price to a different sword. Deepeeka even calls it by the Moonbrand name apparently according to the video, the name was given this particular sword by Oakeshott.
I just wanted to ask if it might be something that could be suggested to Ronin Katana or Darksword as a model that might be made as part of the line up or possibly be a commissioned piece? Lyonesse Armory makes one that is possibly the finest I have ever seen; he is in New Zealand and I'm sure it would be listed at well over $2000. I know some of you have had individual makers do one on commission but I simply don't have that much cash. For those who might want to see what I am talking about, it is the second sword shown in the swords by Lyonesse Armoury and in the video, "Experiencing Moonbrand , an XIV original" -
It is no longer offered by MR, I cannot afford the one from New Zealand and I just want it to be at a higher level than the one I had to return. So I guess I'm asking, is this a realistic attempt to find one in the under $600 level. I'm very pleased with the Darkswords and Ronin Katanas I have--Ideas? Suggestions?? John
This model is made by Deepeeka and is in their line up and I have bought it and unfortunately, it had to go back. The great crew at KoA simply applied the price to a different sword. Deepeeka even calls it by the Moonbrand name apparently according to the video, the name was given this particular sword by Oakeshott.
I just wanted to ask if it might be something that could be suggested to Ronin Katana or Darksword as a model that might be made as part of the line up or possibly be a commissioned piece? Lyonesse Armory makes one that is possibly the finest I have ever seen; he is in New Zealand and I'm sure it would be listed at well over $2000. I know some of you have had individual makers do one on commission but I simply don't have that much cash. For those who might want to see what I am talking about, it is the second sword shown in the swords by Lyonesse Armoury and in the video, "Experiencing Moonbrand , an XIV original" -
It is no longer offered by MR, I cannot afford the one from New Zealand and I just want it to be at a higher level than the one I had to return. So I guess I'm asking, is this a realistic attempt to find one in the under $600 level. I'm very pleased with the Darkswords and Ronin Katanas I have--Ideas? Suggestions?? John