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Post by Deleted on Feb 6, 2009 21:18:47 GMT
Ok, so much for my imagination being dried up. Came up with an idea, for a series of swords, and soon enough I had one design ready. Others are to follow. Trinity SeriesA series of three swords dedicated to my beliefs and the Lord of my life. First up is "The Way" Length: 37" Blade Length: 29" Blade Width: 2.2" at base Materials: Stainless pommell and guard. Carbon steel blade. Leather/woodcore scabbard with buckskin grip. Weight: Estimate of 2.8 - 3.2 lb. (I'm guessing the hilt will be weighty). The inscription is as reads in the pic, but inscribed in Greek on the blade. Yes, I know it is a Viking style, or at least Anglo-saxon style blade, but much of the Bible was written in Greek, and then in Latin. Especially the New Testament. The verse is Joshua 24:15 - "As for me and my house, we shall serve the Lord." The Sword itself is a relatively new blade design for me. But the fittings are mixed between my old Ùlther and Bjorn designs. Next in the series: "The Truth", with John 14:6 and "The Life" with II Timothy 4:7 Hope you all enjoy.
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Post by kidcasanova on Feb 6, 2009 21:43:41 GMT
A very cool design. I would put it closer to 3.5 lbs with the hilt components though. Balance would probably be very good so it would still feel lively in the hand.
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Post by ShooterMike on Feb 6, 2009 22:18:04 GMT
HUH!!!!? Single-hander with a 29 inch blade? Three and a half lbs? He's building a sword, not a mace. I would guess it might turn out as light as possibly 2-2.5 lbs. And that's a very attractive design. I especially like the strongly tapered fuller with the inlaid Greek inscriptions. Very classy. I'd love to see it with mild steel or even iron hilt furniture that was hot quench colored with all the pretty blue/green/plum colors coming out brightly.
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Post by kidcasanova on Feb 6, 2009 22:51:30 GMT
That's a big crossguard, Mike. That bit of steel (it's basically four quillions...) is going to add a few ounces. Though I did picture a slightly longer blade (my fault for missing that note). I definitely think it would be over 3 lbs. It's probably just the picture playing a trick on my eyes, the hilt just looks long is all.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 6, 2009 23:10:58 GMT
Well...it depends on what blade geometry he goes with. Remember that type X and earlier swords were in generally fairly thin with very little distal tapering. They aren't the massive swords of doom that hollywood pushes. Also if you notice, those swords have more massive hilt and pommels then the later era swords. This was because it balanced a thin blade with almost no distal tapering...and they generally weighted no more then 2.5 lbs. I would say if the blade is made like swords of that era, then it shouldn't break 2.5 lbs actually.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 7, 2009 0:13:29 GMT
Using Albion Gotland and Knud models for a quick-and-dirty comparison, Crockett's estimated weights seem reasonable.
Interesting hilt, a Celtic superimposed over a Viking.
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Post by genocideseth on Feb 7, 2009 0:42:58 GMT
This guy is the master of viking designs!
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Post by kidcasanova on Feb 7, 2009 0:55:33 GMT
I do especially like the pommel. The shape would limit pommel bite in the hammer grip (though you would probably still need to use a handshake grip).
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Post by shadowhowler on Feb 7, 2009 7:54:03 GMT
I do especially like the pommel. The shape would limit pommel bite in the hammer grip (though you would probably still need to use a handshake grip). Your right... because the pommel curves away from the hand... but your going to have to let go (pun intended) of your love of the hammer grip someday and explore the handshake grip, my friend. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2009 7:25:11 GMT
OK! And now for the newest design. Here is "The Truth" The inscription is, once again, Greek, and is displayed in English below. I would also like to like to make soiemthing clear. I do intend the use of these swords os a witness of my faith and of my own beliefs. However, I do not wish to offend anyone. So, I will be posting these, but I won;t be doing any more....like preaching or "witnessing". If anyone would like to speak to me about it, do so through email or PMs. Thank You. On to the Sword! Length: 37" Blade Length: 30" Blade Width: 2" at base Fittings: Ox Blood leather grip, steel pommel, iron/steel hilt. Brass or gold "crown of thorns" on pommel. Scabbard is wood core, ox blood leather wrapped, steel accent. And, the text is John 14:6, with Jesus speaking: "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Enjoy, all! Crockett
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Post by shadowhowler on Feb 8, 2009 7:34:06 GMT
I think you should have the bottem flare of the cross curve BACK away from the hand... as is, it looks like it might interfear with the weilding of the sword. Other then that, very nice.
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Post by genocideseth on Feb 8, 2009 7:36:06 GMT
Awesome! Dang! If I were a follower of your belief system I would have to buy these designs from you!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2009 7:41:07 GMT
I think you should have the bottem flare of the cross curve BACK away from the hand... as is, it looks like it might interfear with the weilding of the sword. Other then that, very nice. Yes, I know, Howler. It was a problem, and it was actually more pronounced in the first drafts. I actually shortened it a bit. But it is supposed to be that way. The guard is a combination of two "Jesus Fish", a common christian symbol. Now, I would try it with the Tails of the fish turned in, but I think it would look horrible. Also, the flare would probably interfere with the hammer grip, but I'm thinking it would be OK with the handshake grip - see as it is a single-hander.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2009 8:20:19 GMT
im not christain, but it doesnt deter me from these designs. just because someone decides to qoute the bible, doent make it that you cant own it if you dont beleive.
if i was to make a really cool looking sword, and decided to inscribe a phrase from the koran, would that make it a muslim sword?
keep up the cool designs, i think your onto something here.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2009 8:23:50 GMT
I think this is my favorite design of all you posted. I like the text and fish cross guard as a believer and the overall design is very pleasing to me as sword fan in general. +1 karma.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2009 10:27:08 GMT
Thank you both. I appreciate the kind words. I makes me really excited that the designs are liked by believers and non-believers alike.
And, Itigar, I think it depends on the context of the inscription.
I mean, someone might say something from the biblical book of Proverbs simply as a practical deal...not to quote anything religious. But, then again, he could very easily have the intention of making it a religious statement.
But, the point is, and I agree with you, you don;t have to subscribe to the belief to like something about it. Thanks again for the encouragement!
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Post by Kilted Cossack on Feb 8, 2009 19:07:28 GMT
Dang, I'm gonna have to talk with Berserker Seth about getting the number two billet for "stalking Crockett's Viking swords."
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Post by shadowhowler on Feb 8, 2009 19:21:47 GMT
Yes, I know, Howler. It was a problem, and it was actually more pronounced in the first drafts. I actually shortened it a bit. But it is supposed to be that way. The guard is a combination of two "Jesus Fish", a common christian symbol. Since you brought up the point... I've always wondered about the origin of the 'Jesus Fish'... when did that get started, and why? What does it symbolize? It always made me currious.
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Post by Marc Ridgeway on Feb 8, 2009 19:33:55 GMT
Yes, I know, Howler. It was a problem, and it was actually more pronounced in the first drafts. I actually shortened it a bit. But it is supposed to be that way. The guard is a combination of two "Jesus Fish", a common christian symbol. Since you brought up the point... I've always wondered about the origin of the 'Jesus Fish'... when did that get started, and why? What does it symbolize? It always made me currious.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 8, 2009 19:52:44 GMT
Awesome! Thank you Marc! Great info. +1!
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