For recreations - I am considering this one - a nice example of later period bastards.
http://www.cashanwei.com/prod_Detail.aspx?id=SH2454
Sadly, I have developed a taste for antique swords - but I limit myself. It is not as expensive a hobby as you might think - there are bargains to be found if you know what you are looking for (just be careful of the numerous fakes out there.)
The latest one is this beauty; 91 years old and still deadly.
http://www.antiqueswords....atton-Cavalry-Saber-.htm
This is a single purpose blade - it is made to fight from horseback in a particular fashion (think of it being used as a lance rather than a sword.) One of the last military blades designed, implemented and trained to combat, rather than decoration. I had mine out at the annual post Halloween pumpkin slay, and it is every bit as nasty as advertised, quick, responsive, and devastating on the thrust.
I am considering another Japanese blade, but that will not be until next year. The one I have is showa era, and I am going to look for something a little older.
Shayne
http://www.cashanwei.com/prod_Detail.aspx?id=SH2454
Sadly, I have developed a taste for antique swords - but I limit myself. It is not as expensive a hobby as you might think - there are bargains to be found if you know what you are looking for (just be careful of the numerous fakes out there.)
The latest one is this beauty; 91 years old and still deadly.
http://www.antiqueswords....atton-Cavalry-Saber-.htm
This is a single purpose blade - it is made to fight from horseback in a particular fashion (think of it being used as a lance rather than a sword.) One of the last military blades designed, implemented and trained to combat, rather than decoration. I had mine out at the annual post Halloween pumpkin slay, and it is every bit as nasty as advertised, quick, responsive, and devastating on the thrust.
I am considering another Japanese blade, but that will not be until next year. The one I have is showa era, and I am going to look for something a little older.
Shayne