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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #45 on: 2011-05-24, 15:19:26 »

Very cool. The Albion Landgraf is one of my personal favorites. It was a wonderful blend of blade presence, maneuverability, and strength for both the cut and thrust. When I pick it up, it just feels like it wants to be used. Plus it has some tasteful artistic embellishments that don't go overboard. I'm glad I had DBK do the scabbard for this one.
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #46 on: 2011-05-25, 20:43:33 »
I have looked at the DBK website and I can say that the scabbards are just gorgeous!

I can see there is a (hint, hint) recommendation of DBK.  Well I was intending on getting my Landgraf Scabbard from Christian Fletcher, but after looking at DBK, I think I know which one has the better price!

Thank you Sir Edward!
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #47 on: 2011-05-25, 20:49:19 »


Yeah, I like Christian Fletcher's work too. I have a few from him as well. My DBK scabbards have cost a little more, but are also a little nicer too. It's one of those "you get what you pay for" things. So I'm happy with both for the prices paid.
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #48 on: 2011-05-26, 14:20:17 »
I've not yet held any of Christian's work but I can speak for DBK...his work IS art.
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #49 on: 2011-05-26, 14:42:22 »
I've not yet held any of Christian's work but I can speak for DBK...his work IS art.

If you'd like I can bring one or two of his pieces with me next week. I can show them to you in the parking lot. I'm probably going to have a DBK scabbard on for the knightings. I want to get some good pictures of it while in kit, especially since he asked me to send him a few photos with the armor.

I'm just going to ask people to grab my camera and get a bunch of shots of me.
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #50 on: 2011-05-26, 16:02:20 »
Sounds good to me, Sir Edward, I'd like to get a firsthand look at them.  CF's an artist as well, I've ogled his wares over the years...

I'm going to do as you...because I promised Brian shots of me in armor as well so that'll be the one I bring.  I think I'll be a Templar for this event.

I'm going to bring the other sword too...just so you all can see Slayer's work up close if you feel like it.  I really wanted a new shield but I think I'll just get my current one restrapped (the guige) - I don't like having the two different colors, it was good for a quick fix but I really want it more uniform and I'd like a wider strap for the shoulder.
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #51 on: 2011-05-27, 20:08:32 »
I do like DBK, however I like the prices that Fletcher offers with his scabbards.  That is why I will be ordering my Albions from him!
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #52 on: 2011-06-01, 13:48:11 »
Thread Update:  Since i have decided to go with a 14th Century Harness or Kit.  I have also decided to order from Christian Fletcher the Albion Crecy.  Another "Jack of all Trades" thanks to Sir Edward's review on his personal site!
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #53 on: 2011-06-01, 14:07:09 »
Thread Update:  Since i have decided to go with a 14th Century Harness or Kit.  I have also decided to order from Christian Fletcher the Albion Crecy.  Another "Jack of all Trades" thanks to Sir Edward's review on his personal site!

Yep, it's a really good all-around sword. It cuts pretty well too, if you plan to do any test-cutting. It's a fantastic choice as a first Albion. :)
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Re: Ok, now I need with what sword to go with My Harness! :'(
« Reply #54 on: 2011-06-01, 14:46:21 »
Ah the Crecy...I missed out on one about a year ago, killer price- I was torn.  Looked like a good sword but what Albion isn't, right?
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