Posts: 500 Location: Austin, TX
Wed 27 Jul, 2005 12:40 am
I own the Gaddhjalt, Templar, Knight, Sovreign, and Baron. Soon will have the SoSM-Turin, Tritonia, and Ritter.
Of the swords I own, I'd pick the following favorites:
On the basis of handling--Knight. The Sovereign has a similar handiness, but 4 inches less reach. If I could only own one sword it would be the Knight without question. Baron is also an exceptional sword. Extremely lively for its size and intended purpose.
On the basis of aesthetics--Gaddhjalt and Sovreign, for different reasons. Sovereign has a lot going on with the double fullers, downcurved octagonal guard, recessed pommel, and aggressive
profile taper. Gaddhjalt has a beautiful simplicity. I love the parabolic-taper blade and the hilt of simple yet subtle lines. The guard is really beautifully done for such a seemingly simple piece, and is hard to appreciate from a photo.
All that said, there isn't a sword I own that I don't appreciate for its designed purpose and its own looks. I look forward to comparing my upcoming swords.
Brian M