03-20-2021, 05:03 PM
(This post was last modified: 03-20-2021, 05:10 PM by Drunk Monk.)
The test drive: I liked the Phoenix best - excellent balance and it handles like a fine rapier. I like the cord grip wrap. It gives excellent purchase. This sword lives up to its name in how it flies through the air. It almost melds my epee and my jian training in the way that it handles.
The Chu is the prettiest but it’s a sconce top heavy for me. Plus I tend to choke up on the guard and that wasn’t comfortable. With some practice and adjustment, I could get used to it. But I probably won’t put the time it. This is more of a show piece. So pretty! It’d make a decent cutter.
I don't know what to do with the dao. It’s too short for my form. More like a machete. It might become my new pillow sword.
The pattern welding is gorgeous on all three blades, especially the two jian.
The blades really sing when they slice. I could do some real damage with these. Tempting, so very tempting.
I need to celebrate every equinox with fresh steel.
The Chu is the prettiest but it’s a sconce top heavy for me. Plus I tend to choke up on the guard and that wasn’t comfortable. With some practice and adjustment, I could get used to it. But I probably won’t put the time it. This is more of a show piece. So pretty! It’d make a decent cutter.
I don't know what to do with the dao. It’s too short for my form. More like a machete. It might become my new pillow sword.
The pattern welding is gorgeous on all three blades, especially the two jian.
The blades really sing when they slice. I could do some real damage with these. Tempting, so very tempting.
I need to celebrate every equinox with fresh steel.
Shadow boxing the apocalypse