How to buy your first Medieval Sword

If you always wanted to own a medieval swordprocess. I recommend you get a sword that
to hang on the wall, show to your friends, or bringcomes with the rack or wall mount. If you want a
with you to a Renaissance Faire this guide will helpsword to wear as part of a costume or as an
you to make a good first purchase.accompaniment to Renaissance Faires and Role
Sword buying can be a very confusing process.Playing events then you should get a sword that
There are thousands of sellers, hundreds ofcomes with a belt and scabbard. Again, because
manufacturers, and a dozen different types ofswords come in a tremendous variety of sizes,
metals that swords are made out of. But youfinding a scabbard can be a very difficult task.
shouldn't worry too much about any of this. If thisNarrow your decision down to one of the three
is your first sword then you should make it abasic types of Medieval Swords
pleasurable experience by getting the sword thatBecause there are thousands of different swords
looks and feels right for you. If you stick with ayou should figure out which of the three main
reputable seller then the sword should be of atypes of swords you want to get.
good quality that will give you many years ofReplicas of original swords- You may want to get
worry free enjoyment and maybe even starta sword that is a replica of an authentic sword
you on a sword collecting hobby.such as a Scottish claymore, Japanese Katana, or
Get your hands on some swords if possibleSpanish rapier.
First and foremost you should, if possible, visit aMovie Replicas: - You may want to get a sword
retail or wholesale store that has a wide varietythat you have seen in a movie and Lord of the
of swords that you can actually hold and handle. IfRings swords are very popular.
this means taking a twenty-five mile trip in theFantasy Swords - These swords can have a very
car then it is worth the time and effort. Bring withcreative look, often times they have intricate
you a small notebook so you can take noteshandles and unique blade shapes.
about the different swords you like and writeSo now you have narrowed you selection down
down the different manufacturers and modelto the use of the sword and the type of sword
numbers so you can do some online comparisonand you are ready to start looking at actually
shopping for price bargains. It is important topurchasing a sword. Here are some guidelines to
actually hold the sword and see it because thehelp you make a good purchase.
feel of a sword is difficult to convey on aNew or used?
website.I recommend you only purchase a new sword
If you are going to buy a sword onlinefrom a reputable retailer. This way you have an
If you cannot visit a place that sells swords andironclad guarantee that if there are any problems
you absolutely have to buy one online here are awith the sword. You can just send it back and try
couple of things you should do. Make very carefulanother sword. The big online retailers such as
note of the weight of the sword then getAmazon or Overstock are perfectly suited to this.
yourself something that weighs the same andAnd if you find yourself looking at lesser-known
hold it in your hands. You will be surprised howsites or weapons specialty sites there are a few
this feels and there is a very big differencethings you should look for. Does the site have the
between a sword that weighs two pounds andhackersafe guaranteed logo? Does it have a
one that weighs four pounds. You should also noteclearly posted customer support telephone
the length of the sword then use a measuringnumber you can call?
tape to get a feel for the actual size of it. I wouldDo your research and shop around before you
recommend you even cut a piece of cardboardbuy
into the shape and size of the sword you areThe Internet has brought with it the ability to
thinking about buying. You can hold this cardboardgather information from a lot of different
mock up, swing it around and even pin it to theresources. Search the web for sites, forums, and
wall to get an idea of how it will look on display.articles on swords and the particular sword you
Deciding why you want a swordwant to buy. Take lots of notes so you can
The first and foremost decision you have tomake an informed decision.
make is why you want the sword. This willSwords have a two thousand year history and
greatly help you in choosing your first sword.there are many manufacturers, sellers, collectors,
There are two main reasons I will describe here.and experts of swords. But when it comes down
If you want a sword to hang on the wall as ato your first sword you should decide on the
display piece that you occasionally take down tosword that is going to make you happy and not
show to friends then you should look for a swordworry about all the details that can easily cloud
that comes with a wall mount display or a rackyour decision. Get a sword that looks and feels
display all in one package. Because medievalright for you and get it from an established and
swords come in many different shapes, sizes,well-know retailer and you will have a sword that
weights, and lengths buying a sword then tryingwill bring you years of enjoyment and maybe
to match it up with a rack can be a trickyeven start you off on a new hobby.