My new Reeve -- myArmoury.com

Matt Phillips · Posted: Tue 20 Feb, 2007 6:48 pm Post subject: My new Reeve

I just wanted to post a couple of pictures of my new Reeve. It came just in time for me to play around with it for a bit before I ship off to England. I got it with the dark brown grip and now that it's in my hands, I'm so glad I went with that choice. The pictures really don't do it justice. It's really quite striking to look at. You may be able to tell this is my first Albion since I'm rambling like a four-year-old about it. Now I know what everyone is talking about when they talk about holding a quality sword in their hands.

Kenton Spaulding · Posted: Tue 20 Feb, 2007 7:36 pm Post subject:

Congrats Matt, I've had the pleasure of handling a Reeve a little, and it is deffinately a great sword. You made a wise choice on that one, my friend. May it give you years of enjoyment!

Kenton

Jonathon Janusz · Posted: Wed 21 Feb, 2007 5:15 am Post subject:

Congratulations! That first photo is very nice Happy

I'm still waiting for the possibility of this blade mounted with a downcurved cross before I take the plunge. It is a wonderful sword in hand.

Allen Andrews · Posted: Wed 21 Feb, 2007 6:04 am Post subject:

Congrats! I really like the brazil nut pommel on this sword. Enjoy.

Edward Hitchens · Posted: Wed 21 Feb, 2007 9:26 am Post subject:

Of all the Albion swords I'd love to get my hands on one day, the Reeve is certainly ranks high. Congrats Matt!

Matt Phillips · Posted: Wed 21 Feb, 2007 2:20 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the congrats, guys. I wish I had time to do some cutting but we're packing up the house these days and I don't know if I'll get the chance. I'm a huge fan of the brazil nut pommel and I just couldn't pass up this sword for my first Albion. I still can't get over how lively it is compared to my other swords. If I do manage to get any cutting done I'll try to post some pictures.

Steve Grisetti · Posted: Wed 21 Feb, 2007 6:29 pm Post subject:

Congratulations on your new Reeve, and I wish you safe travels!

Roger Hooper · Posted: Thu 22 Feb, 2007 6:23 am Post subject:

Albion is only going to make 100 Reeves. I wonder how far along the road this one is to selling out? It is a great sword and one of Albion's least expensive models.

Hugo Voisine · Posted: Thu 22 Feb, 2007 6:51 am Post subject:

Congratulations ! I got the Reeve during the templar sale too, and it has quickly became my favorite sword. A great looker, a great cutter. Milk jugs beware. Wink

Patrick Kelly · Posted: Thu 22 Feb, 2007 11:54 am Post subject:

Congratulations and enjoy your new sword. That's an excellent choice on the grip color. I like mine just a bit. Big Grin

Neil Langley · Posted: Thu 22 Feb, 2007 12:54 pm Post subject:

I have had a Reeve on order from Albion Europe since November (oxblood grip). I ordered it on a bit of a whim as it is not too expensive and looks great with its brazil nut pommel (for single handers I use to be a Viking man – now more ‘I:33 period’, so this fills in the 'time gap' a little). However, since ordering it I have read a lot of good comments about this sword, so my anticipation is growing!

Neil.

P Ballou · Posted: Fri 23 Feb, 2007 1:07 pm Post subject:

Congratulations on your Reeve! I bought one too during the Templar sale, with a magenta grip. Out of the box, the color was a little too close to hot pink for my taste, but rubbing it down with some brown shoe polish got it just right. I love how this sword feels in motion.

Bob Burns · Posted: Sat 24 Feb, 2007 8:05 am Post subject:

A HUGE Congratulations Matt on acquiring One Gorgeous Sword! I have had the opportunity to wield this sword and the word "Splendid" comes to mind, yes sir you have selected a personal favorite of mine, that's for sure and Good Luck on being able to put it down!

Yes Matt, the quality is "Striking" isn't it Exclamation

Bob