Does anyone own a A&A 12 Century Sword? I have not been able to find a review, and the sword really looks like a two-handed Viking sword (spikehilt), and idea that has always intrigued me.
| Tony Brass wrote: |
| Does anyone own a A&A 12 Century Sword? I have not been able to find a review, and the sword really looks like a two-handed Viking sword (spikehilt), and idea that has always intrigued me. |
Here is a review on Russ Ellis's site: http://www.tritonworks.com/reviews?content=re...=aaa_12thC
Thank you. I was unaware of Tritonworks reviews. They are not nearly as thorough as those on myArmoury, but they will do in a pinch. Thanks again for the information.
| Tony Brass wrote: |
| Thank you. I was unaware of Tritonworks reviews. They are not nearly as thorough as those on myArmoury, but they will do in a pinch. Thanks again for the information. |
Well, I've been out of town for a week so Jean beat me to the punch. (He probably would have anyway.) As you say the reviews on my site aren't nearly as thorough as the ones here, Nathan and Chad are far more rigorous editors then I am, especially when I'm editing myself. :) Mostly I do those reviews for fun and as a small service to those in the community who might be thinking about purchasing this or that item. I do have the opportunity to see a lot of different items and for the most part try to do a review on most of them so there's a little bit of everything there. If there is something in particular that you want to know that the review left out please by all means ask and I will answer to the best of my ability.
Russ,
please understand I was not being critical. I love your site, and the review of the A&A 12th century was great. I really was wondering if that sword gives the wielder that "shield-cracking" feel that most viking era swords impart, with increased power of the two handed grip. Or is it more of an ultra thin, wobbly cutter, that will slice through soft armour, but flex and bounce off of a shield.
If my rambling question makes any sense, please let me know, when you can.
Thanks.
please understand I was not being critical. I love your site, and the review of the A&A 12th century was great. I really was wondering if that sword gives the wielder that "shield-cracking" feel that most viking era swords impart, with increased power of the two handed grip. Or is it more of an ultra thin, wobbly cutter, that will slice through soft armour, but flex and bounce off of a shield.
If my rambling question makes any sense, please let me know, when you can.
Thanks.
Tony, I handled the 12th Century Sword by Arms & Armor a few times this past summer at the Bristol Faire and I can tell you this in all sincerity! The 12th Century Sword is "The Next Sword" from Arms & Armor on my agenda!
I MUST Have This Sword :!:
Sincerely!
Bob
It handles beautifully, it "wants" to cut!
I MUST Have This Sword :!:
Sincerely!
Bob
It handles beautifully, it "wants" to cut!
Thanks Bob. That was the review I was looking for. I have always been interested in the idea of a two-handed viking sword. The thing looks like a shield splitter.
I am waiting patiently for my A&A GBS. Should be here soon....BTW I chose that sword based in large part on your high regard for it. Thanks for your input. I will announce its arrival on that thread in a few days.
I am waiting patiently for my A&A GBS. Should be here soon....BTW I chose that sword based in large part on your high regard for it. Thanks for your input. I will announce its arrival on that thread in a few days.
| Bob Burns wrote: |
| Tony, I handled the 12th Century Sword by Arms & Armor a few times this past summer at the Bristol Faire and I can tell you this in all sincerity! The 12th Century Sword is "The Next Sword" from Arms & Armor on my agenda!
I MUST Have This Sword :!: Sincerely! Bob It handles beautifully, it "wants" to cut! |
Your'e KILLING me Bob ! But at least I now know that this one should be at the top of the " eventually " list. ;) :lol: :cool:
How stiff or flexible is the blade ? Distal taper ?
:lol: Jean! This is a sword I know you would love, I picked it up and had a heck of a time putting it back on the sword rack and not purchasing it. This was a very hard thing for me to do but it would have meant passing up the opportunity to buy the Bec De Corbin and this was the last chance ever to get this model of the Bec!
Yes there is flexion and spring to the blade but is of a more stout nature, the fuller stops about 2/3 or so down the blade. There is a sense of power with this sword, yet it is light but has a remarkable blade presence to it!
If you like to cut, this sword is not one pass over lightly and deserves strong consideration for acquisition!
You'd Love It!
Bob
Yes there is flexion and spring to the blade but is of a more stout nature, the fuller stops about 2/3 or so down the blade. There is a sense of power with this sword, yet it is light but has a remarkable blade presence to it!
If you like to cut, this sword is not one pass over lightly and deserves strong consideration for acquisition!
You'd Love It!
Bob
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