SN610, CAS/Hanwei Cutlass?
Dec 1, 2008 8:57:58 GMT
Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2008 8:57:58 GMT
G'day Y'all,
I've been looking to buy a cutlass, but I'm finding the options from vendors here in Oz to be extremely limited. Ideally, I'd go for the Windlass 'Pirate Captain Hanger' or the 1860, but the one vendor here who was offering a few Windlass swords didn't have those two, and has dropped even the 'Pirate Companion Sword' from their catalog. The exchange rate and shipping fees put ordering from overseas out of the question, at least until the Aussie dollar improves.
So, I seem to be left with only one option, the CAS/Hanwei Naval Boarding Cutlass, SN610.
cashanwei.com/product_details.asp?id=SN610
I'm hoping that some SBG forumites either have or have had this sword, or at least have seen enough of one to answer a few questions. I'm nowhere near any vendors to check the sword out for myself.
For context, I guess I should tell you what I want from the sword. I'm not concerned with historical accuracy, or even particularly with good looks. Mostly I want it for drilling and light to medium cutting. So, balance/handling and structural integrity are the most important factors. I can re-wrap or even replace grips if necessary. If the weapon suits my purposes, I'll probably get another to modify for left-handed use, since I like to train with two swords (I know, I know! Unhistorical and impractical! But I enjoy it...)
Actually, the first thing I want to ask is about the swords dimensions. The figures quoted for this sword make no sense- 36 1/4" overall with a 24 1/2" blade. That would make for a 12" hilt, which is just silly. Given that it's based on the 1860, I'd assume that it's around 32" overall, with a 26" blade. Can anyone confirm that?
How solid is this sword? Is the tang respectable? Is it a threaded or peened construction? I assume this is one of the CAS Iberia line that Hanwei inherited, so is it made in India? What's the steel and heat-treat like?
What's the balance point? And how does it feel in the hand. I know it won't match an original, but is it at least 'handy'? I like to thrust as much as cut, so the balance should be suitable for both.
Well, that about covers it I think. Thanks in advance for any help any of you can offer.
Marc
Oh, and PS- if there are any Australian vendors who do stock the MRL/Windlass cutlasses, please let me know!
I've been looking to buy a cutlass, but I'm finding the options from vendors here in Oz to be extremely limited. Ideally, I'd go for the Windlass 'Pirate Captain Hanger' or the 1860, but the one vendor here who was offering a few Windlass swords didn't have those two, and has dropped even the 'Pirate Companion Sword' from their catalog. The exchange rate and shipping fees put ordering from overseas out of the question, at least until the Aussie dollar improves.
So, I seem to be left with only one option, the CAS/Hanwei Naval Boarding Cutlass, SN610.
cashanwei.com/product_details.asp?id=SN610
I'm hoping that some SBG forumites either have or have had this sword, or at least have seen enough of one to answer a few questions. I'm nowhere near any vendors to check the sword out for myself.
For context, I guess I should tell you what I want from the sword. I'm not concerned with historical accuracy, or even particularly with good looks. Mostly I want it for drilling and light to medium cutting. So, balance/handling and structural integrity are the most important factors. I can re-wrap or even replace grips if necessary. If the weapon suits my purposes, I'll probably get another to modify for left-handed use, since I like to train with two swords (I know, I know! Unhistorical and impractical! But I enjoy it...)
Actually, the first thing I want to ask is about the swords dimensions. The figures quoted for this sword make no sense- 36 1/4" overall with a 24 1/2" blade. That would make for a 12" hilt, which is just silly. Given that it's based on the 1860, I'd assume that it's around 32" overall, with a 26" blade. Can anyone confirm that?
How solid is this sword? Is the tang respectable? Is it a threaded or peened construction? I assume this is one of the CAS Iberia line that Hanwei inherited, so is it made in India? What's the steel and heat-treat like?
What's the balance point? And how does it feel in the hand. I know it won't match an original, but is it at least 'handy'? I like to thrust as much as cut, so the balance should be suitable for both.
Well, that about covers it I think. Thanks in advance for any help any of you can offer.
Marc
Oh, and PS- if there are any Australian vendors who do stock the MRL/Windlass cutlasses, please let me know!