Gus always called this "The Zombie Slayer" when we spoke of it so we decided the name should stick.
This sword is a 100% "Hysterically accurate" model used during the Zombie apocalypse crusades of the year 2012. Gus sent of a sample back in time so we could arm the masses before the great outbreak.
Let me know what you think.
Also, We will be offering an optional Matching Baldric that I will post pics of tomorrow.

Sonny
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It's all in good fun I suppose, reminds me of some of Gus' Atrim Tactical Line. Personally, I think it's pretty awesome. I'd buy one for the right price, even if it's just for the novelty factor.

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This sword is a 100% "Hysterically accurate" model used during the Zombie apocalypse crusades of the year 2012. Gus sent of a sample back in time so we could arm the masses before the great outbreak.

It's nice to see something so accurate from that period.

If this handles and cuts anything like the old Atrim Tactical Longsword, it's going to be special ... the original is a joy to hold and behold ... my hope is that 'historical' folks will look past the looks, pick one up and play with it ... they might be pleasantly surprised!

Looks like a fun sword to cut with. I've always liked the looks of the ATrim tactical longswords but never been at the right time to get one while they were available.

Is the zombie slayer the first of the production ATrim tacticals that Valiant is supposed to be bringing over, or is it part of a different line? Any estimate on price and date of availability?

I'm usually about 60/40 against fantasy pieces, but I like this one. It's a good example of how historical information about weight, proportion, etc. can inform even these flights of imagination. Ingenious grip.

I generally dislike tacticals but I also generally loves Gus' swords. maybe one day I'll handle one of his tacticals and be sold but I just can't get past the flat grip yet.

aside from that I do LOVE the diamond plate patterned under-wrap.

After reading the feedback on this forum and a few others I have decided to add a couple of slabs under the tread plate leather wrap. I will experiment with wood and leather slabs until I find what works best. I plan to keep the tread plate theme and the general appearance that is shown in the pics above.

Sonny

I think I can hear some of the historicalers moans... :lol:

I'm with you Roger on seeing micarta but will add g10, paracorded or even exotic wood handle slabs...

This one is special.... The Zombie Slayer theme is awesome, and I would love to see more theoretical/fantastical designs.

Actually, Gus used Black Acetal plastic for the slabs before, he said it cleaned up easier than the Micarta. We plan to offer those as an option as well. I will mock up a sample in the next few days and post them here.

Also, here are a couple of quick pics of the 307 baldric. Steve is a rather large guy so the baldric looks a little small on him. I will make adjustments to the production version so it can fit even "Steve sized guys" :D :D :D

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Hee hee ... I hadn't noticed the 'checkerplate' theme on the grip before ... and the 'biohazard'-ish iconography on the scabbard is hilarious! :lol:

Next thing we know, they'll be using this model in Resident Evil 17: Die another day ... and another ...

How fantastic, then, to also have a back scabbard rig to add to the fantasy element - should really ruffle some feathers! ;) Folks, if you're feeling your short 'n' curlies curling even more, I can only reiterate what I said earlier: Gus' previous run of these handled and cut amazingly well - some might say better than many of his 'historical' models - so, if you like to learn from actually testing blades and can get past the looks on this one (and the lack of a functional guard), then you might have a tool that will expand your understanding of what a longsword can do ...

A couple months ago I got really into the AMC network TV show called The Walking Dead. It was only a partial season of six episodes that was a test run to see if it would generate audience. It did and they're making a full season coming up soon.

The show was campy and silly, but I loved it. I looked forward to each episode and am excited to see the new show unfold.

Anyway, I can't help but think of this show when I see a "tactical" weapon like this pop up. I can envision it being a pretty successful thing to have in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world.

Zombieland rule # 34:
Never go outside without your AT-TAC-307 " Zombie Slayer" :cool:


I love it!!!

Personally, I can't wait to see how these get customised - not only in the grips, but also scabbard options ... check out this puppy - one of Gus's earlier ATrim Tactical Longswords. Scabbard is by Dwayne Puckett at Armoralleather - a very talented craftsman ... and pretty good on the 'spooky green lightning' zombie longsword front!

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I should get one of those...