Patrick Kelly wrote: | ||
I highly recommend this book. It's a long overdue addition to the field, and a must have for anyone with an interest in Viking swords. |
......... and Amazon UK tell me it's out in paperback from September.
Patrick Kelly wrote: | ||
I highly recommend this book. It's a long overdue addition to the field, and a must have for anyone with an interest in Viking swords. |
Geoff Wood wrote: |
Lovely picture. Maybe I should get that book. I'd probably call that a D, but whatever you call it, its a looker.
gw |
William Goodwin wrote: |
Now, will this line be at a limited quantity or time offer, or will this be a permanent addition
to the Albion line-up? |
Kirk Lee Spencer wrote: |
p.s. Peirce's book is well worth the money... especially in paperback.
ks |
Blaz Berlec wrote: | ||
Didn't know it's out already. Paperback version of course. Boydell press and Amazon both state September 1. 2004 as release date. And my calendar isn't there yet. Sadly. :lol: For 40$ (original price) or even 27$ from Amazon it seems a bargain! |
Howard Waddell wrote: |
As promised, here are Peter's initial sketches of the four Squire line models, from left to right:
The Viking (Type H hilt, one piece pommel, Geibig 4 blade) -- $300 13th C Knightly Sword (Type XII) -- $300 13th C Great Sword (Type XIIa) -- $350 15th C Bastard Sword (Type XVa) -- $350 Best, Howy |
Gary Grzybek wrote: | ||
As usual they look great Howard. :D I'm a little concerned about the point of the bastard sword because it looks mighty naughty for any martial arts training. Will it be more blunt that the sketch actually shows? |
Geoff Wood wrote: |
Mr Waddell
Lovely drawings from Peter as usual. Any estimate yet of the additional cost for sharpening? Regards Geoff Wood |
Jean Thibodeau wrote: |
Question for M.Waddell: Would it be possible to have very low price "Storage" scabbards for these ? To keep the price down & to not compete with the "Campaign" scabbards these could be some sort of plastic simulating leather covered wood? At least for sharpened versions, I hate having a "Sharp" sword just leaning "Naked" in a corner! |
Howard Waddell wrote: | ||||
Hey Gary! I think that Peter's drawing gives the more idealized look to the point -- for WMA practice these would be blunted (almost rounded) tips, whereas swords requested sharpened would have more pointy tips. Best, Howy |
Howard Waddell wrote: |
As promised, here are Peter's initial sketches of the four Squire line models, from left to right:
The Viking (Type H hilt, one piece pommel, Geibig 4 blade) -- $300 13th C Knightly Sword (Type XII) -- $300 13th C Great Sword (Type XIIa) -- $350 15th C Bastard Sword (Type XVa) -- $350 Best, Howy |
Howard Waddell wrote: | ||
Hey Geoff! We haven't timed this out yet, but I would assume it would be around our regular charge of $25-$30, depending on the length of the sword. Best, Howy |
R. E. Oxley wrote: |
Mr. Waddell,
I am very interested in the new Squire Line--in particular the Viking type H. How do you think the secondary bevel will effect cutting capability on a sharpened blade? Thanks for your reply. And BTW, Mike is one of the BEST primary contact individuals I have ever had the pleasure to speak with at ANY business! :D Best regards, Rob Oxley |