We just added a new video to the review of the Goblin King Sword which has been done by our resident independent sword tester, Jason Woodard.
Jason put this sword through its paces and then some – proving that even though it is a fantasy design, it is 100% functional – and tougher than almost ANY other sword at the sub $300 price point.
Check it out below:
Personally, I think that the most aesthetically pleasing combinations of colors for the Ryujin Aikuchi Custom Katana series is the navy blue ito wrap with the blue saya.
Indeed, this was the color scheme of the first Aikuchi we had made – and featured prominently on our marketing materials when we launched this line in December of 2017 (see below).
Unfortunately, when we actually launched – there were only about 2pcs in stock, any in the months following many people have been asking me when the blue one will actually be available.
Well, that time is now – we have enough stock to last us at least around 3 months, so if you wanted to create that cool blue on blue themed Aikuchi Katana, well – now you actually can..!
What do you get the sword collector who has everything? Something from the coming release of the Spring Collection by Forge Direct may just be what the doctor ordered..
Forge Direct already has a solid reputation for bringing to the table rare, high quality traditional Chinese sword designs almost never seen outside of China. But with the Spring Collection, not only do we offer a wide range of Jian – from the practical to the ornate – but with this release, also some very unique Fantasy Sword designs with a distinct Asian flavor.
Take for example one of my favorites from the series, BRIGHT CLAW – a Tiger and Dragon themed blade that is a real ‘East Meets West’ style design with strong fantasy elements.
Or how about the Nattbakka Vampire Sword – a sinister bat themed blade fit for, well, fit for the sophisticated undead about town..
And for those who prefer more traditional designs, it doesn’t get much better than the ‘Longevity Feathersteel Sword’ – with its amazing and rare feathersteel/windsteel blade..
I mean, just take a close up look at that amazing feathersteel patterning..
Naturally a rare design like this is one of our most exclusive and expensive blades in the selection – but we even have some budget options, such as some long daggers/short shortswords like the Red Ebony Shortsword below – available for well under $500..
It is all very exciting and I cannot wait until the official release.
But until then, I hope this sneak preview whet your appetite a little – stay tuned for the official release and introductory sale – we are just preparing all the listings and double checking the details with the forge, so not long to go before this new selection hits..
The forth sword in our Legendary Swords fantasy swords exclusively available at SBG is the Dusk Winds Goad, a single handed, multi-faceted chopping and hacking sword similar to the blades pictured carried by infantrymen in the Maciejowski/Morgan family bible.
But in our case, this fantasy sword belongs to the mysterious and nomadic lizard people of Eletreus..
The Lizard People with their Giant Mounts
Like the Maciejowski chopper – this sword is built for ease of use, intimidation and the brutality of the battlefield, devoid of any notion of chivalry.
Unique and affordable and part of a rich backstory we are developing for the Eletreus Project – it is exclusively available to order here at the SBG Sword Store for just $274,99
Following hot on the heels of the extremely popular Crusader Longsword – Ronin have just released 3 new two handed swords with Deluxe scabbard upgrades – and they are looking absolutely gorgeous!
The new models – models 1 to 3 (which supersede the long discontinued first versions of that were given the same model numbers) – are all top quality 1075 carbon steel blades ready to cut straight out of the box.
So let’s take a quick look at them shall we?
Model One is a beast of a sword, and even with double fullers running down to the center of percussion, this 3lb 9oz Longsword is not for the faint of heart. Visually stunning, it is complimented and counter balanced by a thick fish tail pommel.
Model Two is perhaps the most traditional of the lot – weighing in at 2lbs 13oz – and with a clean central fuller also running to the CoP.
This two hander is a whole lot of steel for your money. Indeed, the sheer bulk of the extra wide (3.2″ a the base) blade is the main reason for its higher price, and if you like super sturdy swords with considerable blade presence, this two hander is for YOU!
Check all the currently available models here
But don’t be too slow to pull the trigger on these, stocks are limited and understandably, they are very popular – so may sell out sooner than you might expect..
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