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Swords
A sword is a medieval weapon created by sharpening a piece of metal. This weapon was extremely common before the invention of firearms and is one of the first weapons ever created.
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What is the approximate weight of a Medieval sword?
A singled-handed arming sword or knightly sword, often incorrectly referred to as a "broadsword", generally weighed between 2 and 3 pounds, averaging around 2.5 pounds. A hand-and-a-half sword, also known as a bastard sword or longsword, was usually between 2.5 and 4 pounds with an average of approximately 3 pounds. A two-handed sword, so named because it was so large that it could only be effectively wielded with two hands, weighed from 5 pounds to as much as 7-8 pounds for the especially large ones. Ceremonial swords that were not used for combat could be much heavier.
Who is wart in sword in the stone?
Wart is the main character of the movie.
The young boy who's real name is Arthur and
who pulls the sword from the stone.
How much is a Franklin mint excalibur sword worth Also a samurai and a sword of Charlemagne?
Hi i do not know its value but a friend of mine is interested in buying an Excalibur
It really depends on who the sword is made by, how old it is, and what kind of steel it is made from.
Stainless steel is often used in decorative swords, and these swords are usually quite cheap.
Carbon steel swords can be sharpened and can often withstand cutting. Carbon steel swords come at a price though, ranging usually from $100 and up. I'll attach a few links as examples.
I have an Excalibur sword by Franklin mint. It is a limited fired edition with crystal rock wall hanger and i paid several thousand dollars for it 15 years ago. So it is worth alot more now. I would be willing to part with it for the right price. Franklin Mint does not even make these swords anymore. paisleypilot@msn.com
I don't know why you paid several thousand dollars since the Franklin Mint and it's stores charged $750.00 which I still have the receipt. The sword is sold on Ebay from 350.00 to 500.00.
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Like Njfunguy stated these swords didn't cost $2,000 dollars. They cost $750 and if you got the Wall display, then around $925 total. They are mighty pretty but not worth very much. In the sword "Blue Book" that gives prices for swords and how much they are worth depending on their condition, they aren't even listed because it's not a real "sword" so to speak. It's more like a decorative display. Looks great but not sharpened and wasn't make like other "real" swords.
I bought 2 of these when they were being sold by Franklin Mint in 1989. Around 1998 I took them to a company that did appraisals for items like this for insurance purposes and got the shock of my life when they both came back appraised around the $150-$200 dollar level. And these were in MINT condition that also came with the wall displays.
Of course you'll get what someone is willing to pay you but if you took it to someone who knew their real value you wouldn't get very much out of it.
As long as YOU like it then that's all that matters. Hang it on the wall and enjoy it. But don't think you'll get rich selling it. The VALUE just isn't there. Hope this helps.
Why do anime characters lick their swords?
Possibly to show the evil and bloodthistyness. Possibly for fanservice. Possibly to show double meaning(if youre watching yaoi or something rated 16ish+ Possibly because they are just crazy. It really just depends on the anime.
How easy is it to wield a sword?
Depends what kind of sword you want to wield. Samurai should with the cut to the opponents cut in the same movement as the wielding. Sometimes the oponent could block the wilding and survive the attack. In rare ocations both opponents are killed at once.
What was the first sword ever made?
Dosya is the first sword ever made, it was found in North Korea. Dosya was made in the neolithic age, because it's shaped and sharp.
Who invented the bronze sword?
It was actually the ancient Egyptians that invented the sword made of bronze. Soon after, however, other cultures adopted them.
What are some sword fighting moves?
The charge move. You run at your opponent as quickly as you can, catching them offguard. This is usually sucessfully done by swinging the sword around rapidly during the charge, in order to further confuse the opponent.
This charge move is very effective in fights, and I have killed many people using this technique.
It can be said that understanding itself is a triple edged sword. This is true because understanding has three elements or aspects, the subject, the object, and the knowledge about the object.
Where can you buy an antique sword?
If you want a practical sword (For people planning to start martial arts or train with one):
oriental-weaponry.co.UK - This is a very good manufacturer and I have purchased swords off them before, they also sell Martial arts weapons like Nunchaku, Staffs, Bokken etc.
medieval-weaponry.co.UK/index.HTML - This is another good website with weapons from the same company that set up Oriental Weaponry, Hanwei. Although this site does also contain some ornamental swords from other companies.
For a sword that isn't going to be used (For people who want something awesome to hang on the wall, these swords are also usually much, much cheaper But not always ;)
.blades-UK.com- Sells loads of swords and some Movie Replicas.
.bladesandbows.co.UK - Very god site and also sells martial arts equipment.
For a sword that is the real thing (This is the site for real antique collectors, it sells Swords, Bayonets, Knives, Daggers, Deactivated Guns, suits of armour, military objects and also some cannons :)
worldwidearms.com/home.cfm
For those in the states you should avoid overseas online stores due to shipping costs. All of the quality sword manufacturers distribute to the US through their dealers. Find the brand you want and then find a quality dealer. I of course have my favorite, but cannot post it here. Regardless of who you choose, don't be afraid to haggle. If they won't haggle, then they aren't worth your time. The sole exception is a Legacy Arms/Generation 2 sword. This manufacturer does not allow any advertised discounting.
Here is a quick list of some of the better brands for good prices. Remember big $ doesn't mean quality. I would advise you to avoid any below the $150 range unless it fits into the following brands. Legacy Arms, CAS Hanwei, Valiant Armory, United Cutlery, Global Gear, Darksword, Cheness, Windlass and Dapeeka
His sword is barried in Scottsburg, New York where he was barried. I think?
How do you clean your sword blade?
clean the blade with a soft cloth. then dust it with the powder baqll or powderball stick gently on the top of the blade also the other side. DO NOT touch the blade after this it will damage the blade due to ur oils. immediely get a clean soft cloth put a few little dabs of the oil in the cleaning kit (u can get it on amazon i recommend general edge) on the cloth 3-4 is fine u dont want to get the blade too oily. Next u run the cloth with the oil up and down the blade several times. and ur done p.s. make sure the blade is finely rubbed
What metals are used in short swords?
Depends, guess you could really make it out of anything you want. But most probably Iron.
Can you use impale to get the impaled achievement on Star Wars the force unleashed?
I think so. I have not played in some time, but I believe so.
Boy's nickname on sword and the stone?
If you mean boy by King Arthur, his nickname was squire, for being under Sir Kay until retrieving the sword.
What makers mark two crossed swords with d and b on the handles of swords is?
DUMMLER & BREIDEN, I BELIEVE IT IS IN KOVEL'S NEW DICTIONARY OF MARKS PAGE 132
Yes. Swords are really long blades and can kill vampires if you cut them to pieces.
