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Ron Luciano
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 Posted: Sun 20 Jun, 2004 5:31 pm Post subject: Vince Evans Clamshell Cutlass and Dagger Combination |
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It was with great excitement that I received my new double clamshell cutlass and single clamshell dagger from Vince and Grace Evans at the Atlanta Blade Show in June. This set is based on a set pictured in Boarders Away with Steel by William Gilkerson. This type of cutlass and dagger combination would have seen it's heyday circa 1680-1720, the height of the Golden Age of Piracy.
THE CUTLASS SPECIFICATIONS:
The entire cutlass and dagger are damascus, made from a combination of 5160 and L6 steel. The only parts not damascus are the grip ( which is made of horn), the wire wrap made of silver , and the ferrules made of silver.
Total weight: 2 pounds and 2 ounces
Total length: 35 inches
Blade length: 29 1/2 inches
Single fuller running from the hilt 28 1/2inches
Blade width: 1 2/8 inches at the hilt opening to 1 3/8 inches near the tip
Spine width: 2/8 inches
Grip length: 4 3/4/ inches
Each clam shell length: 3 inches
I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
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Ron Luciano
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| Posted: Sun 20 Jun, 2004 5:39 pm Post subject: MORE CUTLASS PICTURES |
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I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
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Ron Luciano
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| Posted: Sun 20 Jun, 2004 5:50 pm Post subject: VINCE EVANS SINGLE CLAMSHELL DAGGER |
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THE DAGGER SPECIFICATIONS:
Total length: 16 6/8 inches
Blade length: 11 6/8 inches
Single median ridge blade
Damascus blade and fittings made from a combination of 5160 and L6 steel
Grip length: 5 inches
Grip is made of horn with silver twisted wire and silver ferrule
Single Clam Shell length: 2 2/8 inches
I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
HMS ADVICE 1705
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Ron Luciano
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| Posted: Sun 20 Jun, 2004 5:54 pm Post subject: MY VINCE AND GRACE EVANS COLLECTION TO DATE! |
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I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
HMS ADVICE 1705
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Patrick Kelly
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| Posted: Sun 20 Jun, 2004 6:10 pm Post subject: |
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That's simply a stunning pair you have there Ron.
Just what Captain Ron the Pirate needs!
"In valor there is hope.".................. Tacitus
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Thomas McDonald
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Outstanding pic's, Ron .... they really show off Vince's fine work in such wonderful detail !
Nice job, and congrats again on adding these two beauties to your arsenal !
Cheers, Mac
'Gott Bewahr Die Oprechte Schotten'
XX ANDRIA XX FARARA XX
Mac's PictureTrail
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Ben Sweet
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pretty amazing stuff! Would have loved to watch how that clam was made!
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Ron Luciano
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| Posted: Sun 27 Jun, 2004 5:45 pm Post subject: Vince Evans Cutlass and Dagger |
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Patrick,
Thanks for your message. No self respecting pirate should be without quality tools of the trade! 
Ben,
Hope all is well with you. Here are some pictures of the clamshell being forged.
Best regards,
Ron
I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
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Ron Luciano
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| Posted: Sun 27 Jun, 2004 5:49 pm Post subject: Vince Evans Cutlass and Dagger |
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TRULY AMAZING WORK!
I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
HMS ADVICE 1705
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Nate C.
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First of WOW, they're beautiful! a great addition to any collection. I'm curious though, does damasqueing(sp)/pattern welding add anything to the functionality of a sword or is it mainly for aesthetic reasons?
Nate C.
Sapere Aude
"If you are going to kill the man, at least give him a decent salute." - A. Blansitt
If they ever come up with a Swashbuckling School, I think one of the courses should be Laughing, then Jumping Off Something. --Jack Handy
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Patrick Kelly
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| Nate C. wrote: | | First of WOW, they're beautiful! a great addition to any collection. I'm curious though, does damasqueing(sp)/pattern welding add anything to the functionality of a sword or is it mainly for aesthetic reasons? |
Nate,
Pattern welding is done today mainly for aesthetic reasons. The original intent of pattern welding was to make the most of the resources available at the time. Steel production was a time consuming and complicated process. Pattern welding combined the available steel with lower grades of steel and iron so that a functional blade could be made.
It isn't superior to a mono-steel blade, in fact, in some was it can be worse since the process allows for a greater possiblility of the inclusion of flaws in the forging process. However, when done well, as in this case, it results in a strikingly beautiful weapon of outstanding quality.
Pattern welding is one of Vinces real fortes.
"In valor there is hope.".................. Tacitus
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Michael Shupe
Location: Lafayette, CO Joined: 20 Jan 2004
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Stunning!
Patrick, how long did it take Vince to fashion these truely magnificent pieces?
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Michael Shupe
Location: Lafayette, CO Joined: 20 Jan 2004
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I ment to say
Ron, how long did it take Vince.....
Sorry, although I'll bet Patrick would be happy to have received these insted!
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Stephen A. Fisher
Location: Kentucky USA Joined: 17 Oct 2003
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Ron,
Your pictures are perfect! I had forgotten that you were the owner of that hanger. You have a very fine collection.
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Ron Luciano
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Patrick, thanks for replying about the damascus. I agree with you, it really is Vince's forte.
Michael, Vince and I talked about this project over a one year period. I think it took him about three weeks of serious forging to do the actual work. I am guessing here. I know it took much longer for Vince to think about how he wanted to approach this design. I trust Vince implicitly, and you can see the results!
Stephen, thanks for your message. I am using the Sony F717 that I got for my Scotland trip last year, and I really love this camera. Keep your eyes peeled for some new pictures coming soon!
Best regards to all,
Ron
I have not tarried in long journeys over the surface of the sea, nor have I feared the threats of enemies or wild beasts, O strong leader, Maurice, go well good friend; I discern through such sweetness, the beauties of the country life, a safe return and nobility. Lift high the wine vessel. Such things are worthy of remembrance.
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Paul Burns
Location: Los Angeles, California Joined: 07 Oct 2003
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| Posted: Wed 30 Jun, 2004 5:50 pm Post subject: Wow... |
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That's an amazing set ... Congrats on some heirloom quality work for the collection.
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