This Sword *Could* be Great, But... ARGH!

This is my test and review of the Kingston Arms 13th century arming sword (Atrim design), which you can find here: https://www.kultofathena.com/product/...

AKA the "sword of mixed feelings"... There are plenty of things I like about it, but also something that I find irritatingly disappointing. Let's take a closer look...

** Specifications **

Overall length: 87 cm (34-1/4'')
Blade length: 71 cm (28'')
Blade thickness: 5.5 mm (1/4'') at the guard, tapering down to 3.5 mm (1/8'')
Weight: 970 g (2 lbs 2 oz)
Point of balance: 12 cm (4-3/4'') from the guard

Blade material: 9260 high carbon steel
Hilt construction: Full tang, peened
Price: $388.95 USD (as of November 2022)


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Outro:
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