I'm jealous! That's a real beauty. The criss-cross riser pattern looks really good on Brazil nut Swords like this.
AAAAaaaaahhhhhhhhhhrrrrrrrggggghhhhhhhhh!!!!!! I'm so envious of that sword right now it hurts! Wow, just wow!
Thanks guys! Yeah, I am very excited. Though its not "technically" my first custom (since I do now own a couple of pieces Tim graciously allowed me to acquire from his collection), this is the first one I will own made for me from the ground up.
Jeff is working on the scabbard currently, so it shouldn't be too much longer...
Jeff is working on the scabbard currently, so it shouldn't be too much longer...
| Robin Smith wrote: |
| this is the first one I will own made for me from the ground up.
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Those are always very special as one has input into the design to some variable degree: At times one may have very specific ideas and at times one gives a broader mandate and one avoids micromanaging someone who knows a lot more than we do at the detail, making and handling levels.
Very nice sword. :cool:
Some pics of the Scabbard work are up... This is unfinished. The dyes need some touch-ups and a chape has to be made and attached. But it gives an idea
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Worthy of William the Conqueror or Robert Guiscard. :-D
What a beauty. I love the aesthetic of Jeff's work, like the slight unevenness of the inlays and the subtle grains in the hilt furniture. Really makes it REAL.
There should also be some in-hand shots posted, when time and technology allow. This sword deserves to be fawned over.
Really, really well done sword! This is my favorite kind of sword and I am more than a bit envious! Great job Jeff, and great choices on the sword and scabbard Rob! This is a magnificent set! 10/10!
Thanks guys! I agree, Jeff did a magnificent job!
Tim, as you know, I am always very envious of you wonderful collection. Just trying to pay it back alittle :p
Tim, as you know, I am always very envious of you wonderful collection. Just trying to pay it back alittle :p
| Robin Smith wrote: |
| Just trying to pay it back alittle :p |
Fair enough! Well played. I won't give up so easily though...
| Tim Lison wrote: | ||
Fair enough! Well played. I won't give up so easily though... |
Oh I know... You've told me what you have in store for the forum. :eek:
I'm in awe of Jeff's talent and learning curve.
That scabbard & suspension looks like the one sculpted for Count Ekkehard in Naumburg Cathedral (was that an inspiration?). That's mid 13th century whereas this sword looks more like 1100 to me. Do we know what kind of suspensions were in use at that time?
That scabbard & suspension looks like the one sculpted for Count Ekkehard in Naumburg Cathedral (was that an inspiration?). That's mid 13th century whereas this sword looks more like 1100 to me. Do we know what kind of suspensions were in use at that time?
| J.D. Crawford wrote: |
| I'm in awe of Jeff's talent and learning curve.
That scabbard & suspension looks like the one sculpted for Count Ekkehard in Naumburg Cathedral (was that an inspiration?). That's mid 13th century whereas this sword looks more like 1100 to me. Do we know what kind of suspensions were in use at that time? |
Do the ends of the guard flare out a little? I just came back to have another look at this beauty and it looks like they do. A not uncommon feature for originals but one that is rarely reproduced. Could just be a trick of the photograph...
| Tim Lison wrote: |
| Do the ends of the guard flare out a little? I just came back to have another look at this beauty and it looks like they do. A not uncommon feature for originals but one that is rarely reproduced. Could just be a trick of the photograph... |
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This is pretty much what I would go for in suspension for such a sword.
It's a beautiful, wonderful sword- right up my alley, and a crown to any collection
After a project of mine, I may have to hit up Jeff regarding a project.
Bravo Robin and Jeff!
Jeff is awesome!
if i ever get a chance to own a piece from someone who is not me, i will go for one of Jeffs! (Helmes or Pringle :-))
if i ever get a chance to own a piece from someone who is not me, i will go for one of Jeffs! (Helmes or Pringle :-))
Top notch. Just back from Jeff's Facebook page.The level of craftsmanship is fantastic.
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