In any other year, you would only need one round of a deal like this one to pretty much empty the shelves, but this is 2023 – and so I think this is the third or fourth time we have offered some kind of discount on selected models from the widely acclaimed APOC Tactical Series. But this time, is the last time, at least for this year – and this time – ALL models are available with a 15% discount.
Never been a better time to round out your APOC collection.
Over the course of this year, Legacy Arms has begun a rather dramatic transformation. For the first time ever we were able to secure a lower price structure, and we have marked down our prices across the board by 25% on average, with swords previously costing $329 now available for just $250 or so..
But as we have alluded to in previous editions of the blog, they are also a sword line undergoing rapid transformation. After many years of great products but with severe supply chain issues preventing their expansion, Legacy Arms sought out a highly experienced Chinese supplier, and after both price and quality was assured (indeed, even improved) the new line has already seen two new models, the Templar Sword and Riding Sword, and you can see from the images below how the changes are subtle, but important..
ORIGINAL PHILIPPINE MODEL
NEW CHINESE MODEL
Same basic measurements but at least 5oz lighter and with state of the art tempering. But the small details are apparent with much cleaner lines and even better fit and finish. For example, take a look at the original pommel and hilt details of the Philippine version: it’s quite rustic and clearly hand made, from the application of the paint to residual epoxy at the hilt.
ORIGINAL PHILIPPINE MODEL
Compare it to the new version, and you will see that the new models are much more in line with modern expectations and sensibilities..
NEW CHINESE MODEL
So as the line slowly begins to be replaced by the new Chinese versions, the time has come to start to CLEAR OUT the remaining Filipino made versions.
This will be your final chance to pick up the original versions of Generation 2 swords that have been in more or less continuous production since the early 2000s at prices even lower than they ever were back in the day. We aren’t just winding back the clock on these prices, we are blowing them into another dimension.
Just take a look at these final offers before they are gone for good.
Excalibur
Very accurate battle ready replica of King Arthurs’ Sword as seen in the Cult Classic “Excalibur” by John Boorman. Amazing craftsmanship with solid brass fittings, wire wrapped handle and an incredibly powerful blade.. MSRP $519.00, Recent Marked Down Price $379.99
Brookhart Hospitaller Sword
Designed by Bruce Brookhart and quite a historically plausible tribute to the other Crusading Order, the Black clad, white cross emblazoned on the chest insignia of the Knights Hospitaller. MSRP $329.00, Recent Marked Down Price $249.95
Black Prince
This iconic sword based on the sword believed to have been the personal blade of the ‘Black Prince’ Edward of Woodstock has evolved over the years to the current form which closely replicates the historical original. A true Legacy Arms Classic. MSRP $329.00, Recent Marked Down Price $249.95
Irish Sword
This was the FLAGSHIP sword of Generation 2. Amazingly well balanced and extremely attractive celebration of a proud Irish heritage. MSRP $329.00, Recent Marked Down Price $249.95, NOW $209.99
Roman Gladius
The scabbard may not be all that historically accurate, but this powerful blade is highly effective in both the cut and a fight ending thrust and the actual sword quite historically plausible and is based on an actual antique preserved in the ruins of Pompeii. MSRP $255.00, Recent Marked Down Price $199.95
Maintz Gladius
Variation of the Roman Gladius, please note that the blade is flat – that is not a fuller in the picture. MSRP $255.00, Recent Marked Down Price $199.95, NOW $169.99
Iberian Falcata
One of the most fearsome weapons the Romans ever faced, the Celtic-Iberian Falcata. MSRP $255.00, Recent Marked Down Price $199.95
Celtic Anthropomorphic
A rare Celtic design combination of powerful cutting leaf blade and the abstract hilt meant to represent mankind with a head, arms and legs. MSRP $269.00, Recent Marked Down Price $199.95
Brookhart Templar Dagger
Matching dagger to the Brookhart Templar Sword. MSRP $155.00, Recent Marked Down Price $119.95
Ranger Dagger
The matching sword may already have been discontinued and is being re-tooled by the Chinese Forge, but here is your last chance to grab the LoTR inspired Ranger Dagger. MSRP $159.99, Recent Marked Down Price $119.99, NOW $99.99
Seax
Viking Utility Knife – a total bargain at the closeout price. MSRP $75.00, Recent Marked Down Price $59.95
An end to an era indeed, and some real bargains here if you are quick. Once the original models are gone, they will simply be another page in modern sword production history..
As anyone who takes a cursory look through the SBG Sword Store blog will know, we usually post some special deal, new swords or other limited time offers every week or so on average. But this month has clearly been unusually quiet..
We alluded to the reasons why this might happen from June this year – sword sales were at unprecedented low levels, and so every bottom dollar was scraped to bring deal after deal after deal – however this clearly was NOT sustainable and has finally run its course. So now we enter into a rather odd, and deathly quiet time, there really aren’t any more margins that can be cut or special deals that can be offered..
There have not been any new deals this month in the HOT SPECIALS section and it has been about one full month since we added anything new to the NEW ADDITIONS page, so all in all – it is so quiet you can hear a pin drop..
The only sale ongoing this month and starting today, we are running the $20 off the Doomsday Series line by Scorpion Swords until the end of the month. So otherwise, it all just depends on what sword you like and if it is still in stock or not, as the way things are going, restocks will be few and far between..
(Plus a couple more Hot Special Katana for good measure!)
It has often been noted that smaller, more compact sword types are the most appropriate self defense swords for the modern era. While a full length Katana might look intimidating, they need a LOT of space to wield properly – and in the heat of the moment it is all too easy for it to end up getting caught up in a ceiling fan, light fixture, sofa or even hit the floor and shatter on an overswing..
But a slightly shorter blade means that not only can you keep more control in a chaotic situation, but shorter blades are FASTER, more DURABLE and much more VERSATILE – and while it is possible that an opponent may get too close and jam up the arc of a full length Katana, shorter blades are much harder to get past the point..
So with this in mind, our friends at Ryujin have released not just one but THREE new Wakizashi and Ko Katana designs, starting with one of the most practical and affordable packages out there..
The first two swords in the new series are made from monotempered, hard wearing 65mn spring steel to really bring out and reinforce the durability inherent in shorter bladed swords. Combine this with a modern, practical leather scabbard and modern ‘fused to the sword’ handle and the end result is a short bladed, one or two handed Ko Katana that is an absolute bargain at just $74.99 (and comes in two ‘flavors’ – the base version with black fittings and shiny steel blade, and an ‘urban ninja’ configuration with a black finished blade).
Ko Katana with Steel Finish Blade – $74.99
Ko Katana with Black Finish Blade – $74.99
And for the more traditionally minded, nothing beats a differentially hardened one handed Wakizashi – and again, Ryujin comes to the forefront with their new ‘OKami Wolf’ Wakizashi – a T10 tool steel blade with black textured saya, blue ito wrap over genuine rayskin and a classic blade with real hamon temper line, normally $239.99 but available while stocks last at the introductory special price of $199.99.
Ryujin T10 Tool Steel – “OKami Wolf” Wakizashi – $199.99
So now if you prefer something modern and tactical or traditional and visually stunning, Ryujin has you covered!
Check these out and more in both the NEW ADDITIONS and RYUJIN OFF THE SHELF categories in the SBG Sword Store today:
P.S. While we are listing new Ryujin special offers, there are a couple more models that have been reintroduced – two T10 tool steel Katana pre-configured and priced to sell at the same price as the Wakizashi!
Ryujin T10 Tool Steel Katana – the Kamakiri
Ryujin T10 Tool Steel Katana – the Kitaumi
Awesome deals no matter which way you look at them!
We first offered this discount in March this year, but with sword sales still not where they need to be, APOC remains overstocked. So to help speed up sales to a more sustainable level, the 15% discount on 11 classic models is back on again until the end of the month!
So if you missed it last time, here is your golden opportunity to prepare for the worst while hoping for the best with a wide range of extremely tough, hard wearing Gus Trim designed 9260 spring steel blades to suit any taste and now so affordable it hurts..
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