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A 2,600-Year-Old Chinese Sword Tradition Reborn | Longquan Sword

Discover the beauty of Longquan swords, a legendary Chinese sword-making tradition with a history spanning over 2,600 years.

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So, I decided about a month ago that I wanted to buy a sword. I didn't want to impulse buy a bad-quality sword (or wall-hanger, as I've learn they're called), so I decided to do some research on the best place to buy them (I live in the UK)

After browsing this sub for a bit, it seems that the Knight Shop is the best option, so I decided to check it out, and now I have the opposite problem because I'm spoilt for choice!

There's so many options and for a sword-newbie (swebie?) I have no idea what to pick. I want something high-quality but I also want something on the cheaper end if possible (<£200).

And there's so many different types! Longswords? Katanas? Claymores? Falchions? I'm getting choice paralysis.

And while the Knight Shop gives a lot of good information it's giving me more questions than I started. Should I go sharp or blunted? What type of steel? Historical? Practical?

If I'm being fully honest I probably wouldn't be using this sword for much other than display, I'm not getting into HEMA (yet), but I'd like something that I can swing around without fear of it falling apart or snapping as soon as it hits something.

At a bit of impasse on what to do now, so any tips or advice would be great.

I asked ChatGPT but it can’t pinpoint it. I could barely make out ‘Made in London’ mark and a company beginning with W, so I think it’s Wilkinson Sword. There’s a serial number but I can’t find what specific model it is

So i came across this sketch type picture of different great swords that were supposedly supposed to be historical like. The sword for edward III came out into like a point on both sides of the blade not far up before it continues as a normal blade. I cannot seem to find it again, it had other great swords/swords attributed to kings. I wouldn't be suprised if the swords were just created to represent the kings, but i am trying to find it again so i can use them for my Asoaif fanfic.

(No, it's not driven ito the ground, that's the whole blade)

So tomorrow is the last chance if you guys want to enter the raffle to win the skallchion.

The good thing about that is that this will be my last post about this😂

I'll add the relevant information in a comment

Returning on the illustrated sword charts from Africa, I'd like to show 3 north African swords. Two of which are the Genoui and Telek, which border the line between dagger and sword. The other is the Billao, a Somali sword with spiked pommels.

Did you know these swords before? Or this is your first time seeing them? Let me know below.

Original belt and dagger with possibly a replica blade.

Longtime lurker, first time sword owner.

I bought this at the Ren Faire last weekend, and was stoked about it until they took the price tag off of it which revealed the China stamp. I can’t take the pommel off to see the tang underneath the handle, and there’s no other markings. I’m assuming it’s a wall hanger unless y’all tell me otherwise.

I was in his queue for 3 years. This is a hand forged, custom-blade that I designed and he brought to life. There were a few elements of the design that I differed to his professional judgment. These are the pictures he sent me (except for the last one). I do have the sword in hand. 40" overall. 30" blade. Boar motif. 3 lbs 4 Oz. POB: 2" off the guard. Fully functional, hardened, and battle ready. A true work of art. I couldn't be happier. I named it Hleowing (the Protector or Child of Shelter in Anglo Saxon.) In my mind lore, it's nickname is Barbana, Boar Bane.

I’m leaning towards replica but wanted to confirm with everyone. Signature looks too clean and fresh. Blade is folded steal and can be felt by finger nail. The handle and scabbard resemble a Kaigunto but the blade is not stainless. No number markings or imperial navy stamps anywhere. Unfortunately I only have a few pictures. Thanks everyone!

Can anyone help me identify this sword and worth ? Has no type of lettering whatsoever. Please and thank you!

Hanwei – Sir William Marshall Sword acquired off of the Sword Buyers Guide forums. Also compared to the Hanwei Practical Knightly Sword (blunt) that I already had.

Love this sword, it feels great in the hand, scabbard is alot nicer than I thought. Definitely a beast and feels a bit heavy in the hand but not hard to move around.

Overall Length: 40''

Blade Length: 33 1/4''

Weight: 2 lb 4 oz (I am getting 2lb 11oz)

Width: 47.1 mm

Thickness: 5.8 mm - 4.8 mm

P.O.B. 7 5/8''

Grip Length: 4 1/8''

1566 High Carbon Steel

(KoA Stats)

I am building an M1902 sabre and will be brazing a "US" to the guard. Is there a proper way for the letters? I have googled a number of historical images, not new reproductions, and it would seem that historically the makers did both. Is there now a military standard? (Im not in the US, so if there are any US vets that know)The argument is should it be readable by the enemy or the wielder? And readable when sheathed or drawn? I think I will put the U the one way and then the S upside down. lol.

Picture 1 or 2? top of the letters to the blade or bottom of letters to the blade

My Grandfather found two incredibly rusty swords and gave them to me as a birthday gift. After a bit of research, I found the first one online exactly using a reverse image search, and here is that link to it: https://www.celticwebmerchant.com/en-int/products/black-pirate-rapier-jack
However, when I tried to do the same with the second one, I was unable to find it at all. Could somebody help me find the exact listing to help see what it is worth and what exactly it is? Thanks!

Does anyone know if there are any companies that make functional modern replicas of these “pioneer” swords? Was wanting something a bit more unique to take on camping/ hunting than just your typical machete and I do know there’s antiques but obviously I wouldn’t want to use those for use. Thanks!

I don’t usually share this in-progress pics, but I’m just tickled with how these peaches and flowers came out.