Sword combo for sparring and for cutting
You
cant cut properly with a blunt edge blade, and sparring with a
sharpened blade is not an option. Therefore you would need two
separate swords that handle similarly and is weighted and balanced
the same.
For
training and sparring you need a blade that is blunt and safe that is
intended to take heavy wear.
For
cutting you want a quality blade that will keep a good
edge, especially if you want cut more than just plastic
bottles or kitami mats.
Bastard
Sword High-end Combo
I
have long been a fan of the European Bastard Sword because of its
versatility and functionality. The Bastard Sword is a fantastic
example of martial arts evolution. A history of form follows function
while still keeping the utility of its predecessors.
If
price is not a problem, then the best option would be the combination
of Albion Armorers Next
Generation Mercenary Sword and the Albion Armorers Squire
Line 15th Century Bastard Sword.
The
Albion Mercenary for cutting and the Squire Line Bastard Sword for
training and sparring.
Specifications and Comparison:
Mercenary:
Total
length: 42.25" (108 cm)
Blade length: 33.75" (86
cm)
Blade width: 2.375" (6 cm)
CoB: 4" (10.8
cm)
CoP: 19.8" (49.5 cm)
Weight: 2 lbs 14.2 oz (1.35
kilos)
Blade
Type: Oakeshott Type XVa
Squire
Bastard Sword:
Total
length: 42.25" (108 cm)
Blade length: 33.125" (86
cm)
Blade width: 2.375" (6 cm)
CoB: 3.875"
(10.8 cm)
CoP: 19.5" (49.5 cm)
Weight: 2 lbs 15.6 oz (1.35
kilos)
Blade
Type: Oakeshott Type XVa
Edge: Blunt
Price: EUR 845
Links: Albion EU, Albion USA
Albion Mercenary Specifications EU:
Alternative to Albion Mercenary:
The Albion Fiore (limited edition) Albion EU, Kult of Athena
Blade Type: Oakeshott Type XVa
Edge: Sharp
| Standard specification |
| Total length: | 118 cm (46,26") |
| Blade length: | 93 cm (36,5") |
| CoG: | 10 cm (3,86") |
| CoP: | 56 cm (22,01") |
| Weight: | 1500 g (3,307 lbs) |
| Grip length: | 19,2 cm (7,559") |
Visual Comparison. (Left: Mercenary. Right: Squire Bastard Sword)
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Long Sword Mid-range Combo
Tinker Pierce Longsword Sharp
PRODUCT DETAILS
Key Features:
- 5160 Marquenched Spring Steel
- Dismountable
- Tinker approved
Hanwei/Tinker Longsword, Sharp
MSRP: $345.00
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall: 47"
Blade Length: 35"
Handle Length: 12"
Weight: 2lb 14oz
Point of Balance: 3 1/2"
Point of Harmonics: 21 3/4"
Width at Guard: 2 1/8"
Width at Tip: 3/4"
Thickness at Guard: 25"
Thickness at Tip: .09"
Blade Steel: 5160 Spring Steel
Hrc Edge: 50~53 Hrc
Handle Material: Leather over cord wrap, wooden core
Tinker Pierce Longsword Blunt
PRODUCT DETAILS
Key Features:
- 5160 Marquenched Spring Steel
- Dismountable
- Tinker approved
Hanwei/Tinker Longsword, Blunt
MSRP: $325.00
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall: 47"
Blade Length: 35"
Handle Length: 12"
Weight: 2lb 14oz
Point of Balance: 3 1/2"
Point of Harmonics: 21 3/4"
Width at Guard: 2 1/4"
Width at Tip: 11/16"
Thickness at Guard: .25"
Thickness at Tip: .07"
Blade Steel: 5160 Spring Steel
Hrc Edge: 50~53 Hrc
Handle Material: Leather over cord wrap, wooden core
Tinker Bastard Sword, Sharp
Tinker Bastard Sword, Sharp, with Fuller
