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Main => The Armoury => Topic started by: Sir Edward on 2010-04-23, 16:26:03

Title: Albion Dane
Post by: Sir Edward on 2010-04-23, 16:26:03

Wow, what a beast of a sword (in a good way)! This sword, despite its thin profile, is massive and deadly. At nearly 5 pounds and nearly 5 feet in length, it has an enormous presence, yet remains relatively agile and controllable for a sword of this size.

Now I feel the need to buy a Montante trainer, so that I can practice with a sword closer to the size and feel of this one, when I desire to do so.

I was lucky enough to reserve this one before the price ratcheted up considerably. I'm not sure what the reason is for the current price, considering that Albion's other "large" two-handed sword models (though still in development) are much cheaper.

Albion did an outstanding job on this piece. The grip almost looks like bare wood, though it is leather wrapped. It gives it a good texture for a solid grip, with the wire-wrapped accents adding to the overall aesthetic quality. I had to search hard to even find the seam in the leather.

This sword feels like it would be devastating in the cut, and quite able to subject its unlucky target to horrific damage. And yet the point is sturdy and acute for the thrust as well.

I'm very happy I reserved this fine piece from Albion when I did!

In the photos I included a yard stick (36 inches) for scale.

Stats (as I've measured them):

Overall Length:     58 inches  (147.3 cm)
Blade Length:    42 inches  (106.7 cm)
Hilt Length:    16 inches  (40.6 cm)
Grip Length:    13 inches  (33 cm)
Blade Thickness at ricasso:    0.31 inches  (0.8 cm)
Blade Width at widest:    1.5 inches  (3.8 cm)
Guard Width:    8 inches  (20.3 cm)
Weight:    4.75 pounds  (2.15 kg)
Center of Gravity:    4 inches from guard  (10.15 cm)

(http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1471.jpg) (http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1471b.jpg)

(http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1472.jpg) (http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1472b.jpg)

(http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1473.jpg) (http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1473b.jpg)

(http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1477.jpg) (http://ed.toton.org/photos/2010/weapons/b1477b.jpg)

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Sir Brian on 2010-04-23, 16:33:39

WOW! That is really a sweet looking sword! As I study the pictures I think the way they have the transition of the blade from where the fuller ends is really distinctive! I like it a lot! :)

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Das Bill on 2010-04-23, 20:34:56

Ed brought it to class last night, and it is SWEET. It handles like a dream, which really belies its size and weight. It feels far lighter than it actually is. It also strangely doesn't look that big until you hold it up and realize that its only a little shorter than the average person. :)

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Dragonlover on 2010-04-24, 00:24:52

Now THAT'S what I'm talkin about!!! Congrats Ed! That's a BEAUT!!!!

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Sir Brian on 2010-04-24, 18:07:50

It just occurred to me that with a blade THAT long I could seriously slay me some miscreant ceilings!  :D

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Sir Blackwolf on 2010-04-24, 20:05:25

Sir Edward,

That is indeed a beautiful blade! You are most fortunate!

I am at your service,
Sir Blackwolf

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Sir Gerard de Rodes on 2010-04-25, 17:04:57

Very smart  ;)
G

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Lord Dane on 2013-06-30, 03:24:39

Finally, Albion has the good sense to commemurate a blade after yours truly.  ;D  It is a fine sword worthy of a good handler.

Title: Re: Albion Dane
Post by: Ian on 2013-06-30, 04:07:42

They no doubt gave you the first one off the production line then right?  Pics or ban!  ;-)