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Kai Lawson
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Posted: Fri 19 Jun, 2015 2:34 pm Post subject: |
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I picked up the Alexandria's bigger brother yesterday. I had handled the rough blade blank years ago in Michael Pikula's shop, and wanted it then too. This sword weighs just over 4 lbs, but is the best handling sword I own. The forward pivot point is at the tip, and the rear is just about in the middle of the blade. It feels like a big but oddly light dueling sword, in the guise of a monstrous, terrifying cutter. I am not very strong, but I can and have repeatedly swung this with one hand quickly and comfortably, such that fencing with it with only one hand would be viable for a short time. Both one handed and two handed cuts are dream-like, and the sword has a hard, sharp (and loud!) ring when it cuts that is unlike any other blade I've seen. The base of the blade is just wider than my palm when laid flat, and is only a teeny teeny bit more flexible than the Alexandria.
Of note, it is the only sword I have ever seen or heard of where the very tip vibrates and shakes slightly when the sword is held; all tiny movements of a seemingly still hand are magnified by the blade harmonics at the tip. It has no name, but with its tool steel blade and oversized proportions and handling, it feels like a magic sword.
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"And they crossed swords."
--William Goldman, alias S. Morgenstern
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Bryan Heff
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Posted: Sat 20 Jun, 2015 3:56 am Post subject: |
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Wow! Both swords are magical to my eyes...but that Pikula piece is just insane.....LOVE the proportions on that beast. Congrats!
The church is near but the roads are icy. The tavern is far but I will walk carefully. - Russian Proverb
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Scott Kowalski
Location: Oak Lawn, IL USA Joined: 24 Nov 2006
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Posted: Sat 20 Jun, 2015 10:31 am Post subject: |
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Those are both great swords. The one made by Michael is a monster though!
Could you post the dimensions of it by chance? I really like this one and it is good to see pieces still trickling out.
Chris Landwehr 10/10/49-1/1/09 My Mom
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Roger Hooper
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Posted: Sat 20 Jun, 2015 10:46 am Post subject: |
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That Pikula XVIIIc is an impressive monster!
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Kai Lawson
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Posted: Sat 20 Jun, 2015 4:23 pm Post subject: |
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I haven't checked, but according to Michael Pikula, the stats on the sword are as follows:
Length overall: 46.25"
Length of grip: 8.75"
Width of guard: 11.8"
Width of blade at the guard: 3.8"
Width 3" from the tip: 1.4"
Point of Balance: 4.7" forward of guard
Point of Rotation: At the tip
Center of percussion: 21.3" forward of guard
Weight: 4 pounds 5 ounces
Just imaging the biggest warsword you've ever seen, that somehow floats a bit in the hand. His kılıç is as impressive, though not quite as eye-popping.
"And they crossed swords."
--William Goldman, alias S. Morgenstern
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Scott Kowalski
Location: Oak Lawn, IL USA Joined: 24 Nov 2006
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Posted: Sun 21 Jun, 2015 9:15 am Post subject: |
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Kai Lawson wrote: | I haven't checked, but according to Michael Pikula, the stats on the sword are as follows:
Length overall: 46.25"
Length of grip: 8.75"
Width of guard: 11.8"
Width of blade at the guard: 3.8"
Width 3" from the tip: 1.4"
Point of Balance: 4.7" forward of guard
Point of Rotation: At the tip
Center of percussion: 21.3" forward of guard
Weight: 4 pounds 5 ounces
Just imaging the biggest warsword you've ever seen, that somehow floats a bit in the hand. His kılıç is as impressive, though not quite as eye-popping. |
That is truly a monster Kai. Congratulations on picking up this great sword and thank you for posting the dimensions as well.
Enjoy!
Chris Landwehr 10/10/49-1/1/09 My Mom
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J. Nicolaysen
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Posted: Sun 21 Jun, 2015 2:05 pm Post subject: |
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Awesome sword Kai, it's even more impressive next to the Alexandria, which I thought was massive enough already. Here comes big brother indeed. Sounds like a sweet handler. I'd be pretty excited with that one.
Here's my latest sword, Albion Gallowglass with blackened furniture and green grip. I love the contrast between the black ring pommel and the shiny tang, though it doesn't come out as good in the pictures. My first long sword/hand-half so it is very different to me. Light enough for one hand and plenty of reach. Very stiff blade but I think it will cut nicely when I figure it out. I have really liked the Gallowglass for a while and figured it would be a great first long sword/Type XIX. Of course the Albion crew were a great help in helping me choose the grip color and when I asked for blackening, said they thought the combo would look great. I agree:
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I can't get a whole sword shot with my current vantage! Just flattens out the perspective.
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Aaron Hoard
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Posted: Sun 21 Jun, 2015 3:03 pm Post subject: |
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Wow - that Gallowglass is really nice looking!
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Robert Frey
Location: Wausau, WI Joined: 19 Nov 2013
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Posted: Mon 22 Jun, 2015 1:41 pm Post subject: |
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A training sword by Albion, The Epee de Guerre:
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Roger Hooper
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Posted: Mon 22 Jun, 2015 11:06 pm Post subject: |
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Robert Frey wrote: | A training sword by Albion, The Epee de Guerre:
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Yes! I see you got Albion to put on a leather grip. It makes a big difference in its appearance. I have one of these swords (with an oxblood grip) - It's a first class blunt sword, of the highest quality. It handles superbly.
I'm not sure why, but Albion probably sells 10 Liechtenaurs for every Epee de Guerre.
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Robert Frey
Location: Wausau, WI Joined: 19 Nov 2013
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Posted: Tue 23 Jun, 2015 4:48 pm Post subject: |
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Roger Hooper wrote: | Robert Frey wrote: | A training sword by Albion, The Epee de Guerre:
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Yes! I see you got Albion to put on a leather grip. It makes a big difference in its appearance. I have one of these swords (with an oxblood grip) - It's a first class blunt sword, of the highest quality. It handles superbly.
I'm not sure why, but Albion probably sells 10 Liechtenaurs for every Epee de Guerre. |
Your post of your sword is why I got it this way, except for the different color. If you Google "Blueguns" you'll see it is for training replica's of guns, and they are of course "blue".
I would guess the Liechtenauers sell better because of the Scent Stopper pommel. I got the Epee de Guerre because it will be a trainer for The Crecy I want to get eventually. I wanted the pommels to be the same type.
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J. Helm
Location: WA, USA Joined: 17 Jun 2011
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Posted: Wed 24 Jun, 2015 10:05 pm Post subject: |
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Just received my Albion Yeoman today.
This is my first Albion, and holy cow! This thing makes my Windlass XIV feel like a crowbar. I love the grip and type K pommel. Feels wonderful in the hand.
I got this shipped from KOA and was a little disappointed to find rust prints on the both faces of the pommel and speckled rust on various parts of the cross guard. It's not prominent enough to show up in the photos taken by my old and very crappy camera, however. Sorry for the quality. I'm thinking I may get a better camera in the near future.
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Harry Marinakis
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Posted: Thu 25 Jun, 2015 7:49 am Post subject: |
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J. Helm wrote: | I got this shipped from KOA and was a little disappointed... |
I have had a rash of very bad experiences with KOA lately, both with bad products and abysmal customer service.
I've given up on them.
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Roger Hooper
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Posted: Thu 25 Jun, 2015 4:02 pm Post subject: |
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Harry Marinakis wrote: | J. Helm wrote: | I got this shipped from KOA and was a little disappointed... |
I have had a rash of very bad experiences with KOA lately, both with bad products and abysmal customer service.
I've given up on them. |
I have bought a fair number of items from KOA over the years and never had a problem with them. If this is a recent development. perhaps it could be caused by too much success.
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Patrick Kelly
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Posted: Thu 25 Jun, 2015 4:06 pm Post subject: |
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Kai Lawson wrote: | I picked up the Alexandria's bigger brother yesterday. |
Now I have a sad. I'm also green with envy, I wanted that sword so badly. Congrats.
"In valor there is hope.".................. Tacitus
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Christopher Gregg
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Posted: Thu 09 Jul, 2015 6:54 pm Post subject: |
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Here's my latest acquisition: a custom made Oak and Acorn Falchion from Omega Artworks. I commissioned it almost a year ago, wanting a very short 20" blade with 6" sharpened false edge, an oak grip covered in green leather with corded risers, bronze guard and pommel (peened), plus a hardened leather sheath. I plan on both cutting with this little guy, as well as wearing it to the many renaissance faires I attend throughout the year. It weighs in around 2.55 lbs, with a PoB 1.75 inches from the guard. Very quick and good handling. Omega doesn't usually do semi-historical designs, but this sword proves to me they have the ability.
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Christopher Gregg
'S Rioghal Mo Dhream!
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J. Helm
Location: WA, USA Joined: 17 Jun 2011
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Posted: Sun 12 Jul, 2015 7:24 pm Post subject: |
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Got a new camera so here are some better pics of my Yeoman. I was going to just update my previous post but I guess I'm too late to be able to edit it.
You can click on each image to view a larger version:
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P. Norton
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Posted: Thu 24 Sep, 2015 7:40 pm Post subject: |
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I just purchased this Arms & Armor Town Guard sword from fellow forum member Julien M.
It has a very stiff blade and a pleasing amount of mass and blade presence.
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NichoIas R
Location: Ohio, United States Joined: 24 Sep 2015
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Posted: Thu 24 Sep, 2015 8:15 pm Post subject: |
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Windlass Hungarian Saber, I wanted a Paramerion type sword...
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"To end him rightly..."
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P. Norton
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Posted: Sat 26 Sep, 2015 4:57 am Post subject: |
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Here's a few more pictures of my Town Guard.
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