| If you've always had an intense desire to own | | | | combination of style and function, they are still |
| your own sword, you're not alone. Many people | | | | prone to damage if used frequently. If you are |
| share your interest and spend thousands of | | | | less concerned with aesthetics and are looking for |
| dollars on their huge sword collections. Sword | | | | a more durable weapon, then you'll want to |
| collecting is a popular and fun hobby, but if you're | | | | consider a combat sword. These swords often |
| new to the game, there are definitely some | | | | appear cruder and thus are less visually appealing, |
| things you should take into consideration before | | | | however they are much thicker and heavier than |
| plunking down a huge wad of cash on your first | | | | your typical battle-ready sword. They are made |
| sword. You'll want to find the perfect sword, so | | | | to endure the wear and tear of frequent usage. |
| it's incredibly important think about function, quality | | | | They also start at about $100. |
| and style. | | | | Once you've decided on the type of sword you |
| There are three main types of swords on the | | | | want to add to your collection, you should take |
| market: decorative, battle-ready and combat. | | | | quality and style into account. When it comes to |
| Decorative swords are exactly that, decorative. | | | | quality, price really matters. You shouldn't be |
| They often offer great intricate details, but they | | | | surprised to hear that the more you spend, the |
| are not intended for actual use. If you're looking | | | | higher quality sword it will be. More money means |
| for a beautiful sword to display in your home, | | | | that more time and better materials have been |
| then a decorative sword may be perfect for you. | | | | put into the sword's construction, so don't be |
| In general, these swords range in price from as | | | | cheap. Define your budget, then shop around and |
| low as $10 to upwards of $300. If you are looking | | | | compare prices so that you know you're getting |
| to use your sword for more than just decoration, | | | | the best possible deal. As far as style is |
| you might want to consider purchasing a | | | | concerned, your options are really endless. There |
| battle-ready sword. They are great for battle | | | | are swords to fit everyone's interests, whether it |
| reenactments or just messing around with your | | | | be anime or medieval. Do plenty of research so |
| friends. Similar to decorative swords, they offer | | | | that your first sword will reflect your personal |
| plenty of intricate details, but they are usually | | | | interests. If you follow these tips, you're sure to |
| made from carbon steel. These swords start at | | | | have a great collection in now time. |
| about $100. While battle-ready swords are a great | | | | |