The detailing on the blade is beautiful and the handle is sturdy. Amazing quality overall especially for the price, i definitely expect to buy from here again!
I had a custom damascus haladies knife made for my wife as a wedding present. I could not be happier, and my wife was very ecstatic about it. All of the fine details, the pattern of the steel reflecting in the light, the date etched into the sheath. Ok the sheath could use a little more work, but the blade itself was absolutely perfect.
The beauty and craftsmanship in this sword is truly unbelievable. Thank you so much for doing a great job.
The blade feels great in your hand and the craftsmanship is absolutely beautiful. I bought this for my husbandās birthday and I couldnāt have picked a better gift. I canāt wait to order more for our collection. Last but Not least the customer service is excellent. I would highly recommend this company.
I bought this on a whim, and its probably my favorite blade to play around with right now. Despite being overrated, I really do not regret this purchase. I regularly use it to trim branches that are too low in my yard, and overgrown shrubbery, and it does a fantastic job as well as being a beautiful blade to look at. Unfortunately when it arrived, it arrived with a small chip in the blade, but support offered me a replacement pretty quickly. Just keep in mind that Katanas demand that you know how to properly swing them, otherwise it will likely bend or break. Regardless, any time I need trimming done around the yard, this is my go-to amongst 20 other swords I have to choose from
The blade is quite beautiful. Seems built well and easy to maintain.
It's perfectly balanced, it's a great weight, and just all around gorgeous sword. 10/10
I plan to order more stuff in the future.
The leather reproduction of the Viking helmet was awe inspiring. My grandson will be transformed.
Every sword tells a story and reveals a technique. I wasn't sure what to expect when I ordered this curious short sword. When I first opened the box I was struck by its oddness. A bit like a sawed-off shotgun in relation to a long rifle. But then the genius of the weapon became apparent and the weight and balance made it appealing. In a close in fight this sword would be highly defensive and strong enough to break the blade of a larger sword. Itās large dagger size makes it much more flexible in a tight engagement. The Knightās Sidearm is a very interesting example that in its design is highly instructive for close-in sword-play. and defense against larger swords
The workmanship is impeccable and it is an overall great sword.
You can definitely defeat the Carthaginians with this bad boy regardless of the seller's affirmation that it's not a weapon. Compared to a katana reproduction that I bought some time ago, this gladius is far superior in both quality and workmanship
Iāve been collecting weapons through my martial arts schools but this is my first real oxtail sword and it has taken my training to the next level. I really love the quality of my Damascus Oxtail! TY BB!
Superb craftmanship and timely creation! Highly recommended.
Like the gladius of old, this one feels great in the hand, like a natural extension of one's own arm. Okay, I'm imagining part of that, because I was not there for the glory days of Rome. A few observations:
1. The blade, while sharp, came a little jagged. The steel can easily take a hone, and will.
2. The Damascus-pattern blade is a beauty, and the sword will make a good conversation piece.
3. The scabbard, while pedestrian, is a quality item, both in terms of manufacture and materials.
4. I ordered engraving. I got it, and while I am happy with the quality of the work, I imagined the motto would be centered and NOT start from the hilt. Perhaps this is my fault, but if not, keep this in mind.
5. I don't know if you want this as a working blade, but if you are competent to use it as such, it will be fine. Nicely balanced, double-edged, and short enough to make make "holding at guard" easy enough.
I bought him the sword as an engagement gift. I got the ring and he got a really cool sword, so safe to say he loved it! Great craftsmanship, and I would absolutely buy from this company again!
The sword was a gift for the hubby. He absolutely loves the sword. It is beautifully well-made, and we are proudly displaying it in the throne room (living room) next to the thrones and crowns.
Iām no expert, but I own a lot of swords. I bought this specifically to use in pirate photo shoots. I like my swords to be ārealā, and Iām very happy with this purchase. The blade is very sharp with a point of balance about 5.5ā from the guard. It aināt pretty, but seems very serviceable. Which is exactly what I was looking for.
The blade has two fullers running along one side, and none on the other! Iāve never seen that in a sword before, but I canāt see why it would matter. The fullers are a bit wavy. I replaced the brass pommel nut with a stainless acorn type nut which definitely makes the sword look more āfinishedā. There are a few marks on the guard and even some on the blade. My least favorite thing is the sheath, which looks like a very cheap knife sheath. But like everything else on this sword, itās perfectly serviceable. I may try my hand at making one myself.
And for all that, I still really like this sword. I have some very nice, very expensive swords in my collection. This aināt that. But if you were expecting something approaching perfection, what are you doing looking at a $200 weapon? I expect Iāll do some cutting with it soon, and I fully expect it to shear through water bottles right alongside some of my other swords costing 2 or 4 times as much. And itās gonna photograph beautifully, contrasting with the other curved cutlasses Iāll be using in these shoots.
Yeah, there are flaws. But for what I paid, Iām really satisfied.
Nice hammered design and very sturdy. I was hoping for multiple sizes so I can wear on more than one finger. I love how it is slightly antiqued as well;giving it character. Wonderful gift!
Longsword/ Bastard Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel Sword With Clay Temper- 38"
