Swords?

[alismith]

Is anyone here into swords? I have a few swords and machetes that pass for swords, mostly in the one-hand size. I have a Cold Steel 2-hand +, Katana-type machete/sword, that I find a little unwieldy with such a long grip. The one-hand swords are ok, but I like the idea of using two hands if I choose and these don't lend themselves to that option.

So far, I've narrowed down my search to this one. It's a hand-and-a-half sword, blued blade and fully tempered.

http://www.museumreplicas.com/p-898-blacksword.aspx

Are their any other places I can look to see if they have anything that is comparable?

I don't want a wall hanger. I may never use it, but I want it fully functional anyway, capable of giving and taking hits without damage.

Thanks for your input.

[btcave]

I love swords. I have three wall hangers, but like you if i was to buy another it will be the real deal. That requires a few more pennies than I'm willing to part with at this time.

[cevulirn]

Sword Buyers Guide is your friend.

http://www.sword-buyers-guide.com/

[Helen Keller]

Thanks for that link!


I've been looking for one of these for years


http://www.sword-buyers-guide.com/authentic-ninja-sword.html

[ltorlo64]

I have my Naval Officer's Sword and I would like to get a Chief Petty Officer's cutlass. Both are ceremonial, though there is definately a range in quality. My Officer's sword is Korean War Era. Next time I get home I will take a picture and post it.

As for real swords, I have to agree with BTCave. I would love one, but they are pretty expensive.

[Dr. Gonzo GED]

http://www.coldsteel.com/1917cutlass2.html

The 1917 Cutlass is probably my favorite out of their offerings, but they make solid versions of just about every sword design you can imagine at a reasonable price. Might not be the greates Katana ever made, but their Claymore and Chinese Buterfly swords are probably even better steel than the originals.

Also;

Zombies:
http://zombietools.net/

[cevulirn]

The common complaint I hear about cold steel swords is they don't handle well. I'm sure they are far more durable then anything used historically.

[cevulirn]

The real zombie killers...

http://www.coldsteel.com/chinesewarsword.html
http://www.coldsteel.com/grossemesser.html