Hey Boss!!!
Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 9:06 pm
How are you GEM Sensei. Thanks so much for the correction!!!!
I will attempt to have the person I spoke of, who lives in St. Augustine now, , contact you.
I was very sad to hear of Al K's passing. he was a good hearted man and we often crossed paths in the various registries of Deeds and at the occasional closing.
Hugh, you are absolutely correct. Instead of waiting to buy or design real quality blades, I think Hanwei makes the grade somewhat, I have gone on a nickel and dime spending spree which has netted me little, except the lesson that you are to be listened to on matters of the sword. I also listen to Fred because of the Iaido experience he is gaining and, therefore, gaining expertise in the "trial by curring" area.
Yingsword rates their swords in accordance with the number of Bamboo logs or other testing objects they can best; . One Bamboo, three bamboo, chop iron etc..
The "Long Chuan" sword is rated at "three Bamboo" but I am not skilled enough to attempt such a cut.
They do show the actual forge and test cuts which is helpful.
So, I have a bunch of worthless peices aeound here that may as well be thrown out.
J
I will attempt to have the person I spoke of, who lives in St. Augustine now, , contact you.
I was very sad to hear of Al K's passing. he was a good hearted man and we often crossed paths in the various registries of Deeds and at the occasional closing.
Hugh, you are absolutely correct. Instead of waiting to buy or design real quality blades, I think Hanwei makes the grade somewhat, I have gone on a nickel and dime spending spree which has netted me little, except the lesson that you are to be listened to on matters of the sword. I also listen to Fred because of the Iaido experience he is gaining and, therefore, gaining expertise in the "trial by curring" area.
Yingsword rates their swords in accordance with the number of Bamboo logs or other testing objects they can best; . One Bamboo, three bamboo, chop iron etc..
The "Long Chuan" sword is rated at "three Bamboo" but I am not skilled enough to attempt such a cut.
They do show the actual forge and test cuts which is helpful.
So, I have a bunch of worthless peices aeound here that may as well be thrown out.
J