The Ashdown Viking Sword - Is It a Letdown?

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4 жыл бұрын

Taking a look at the historical accuracy, fit & finish, handling, and blade quality of the Ashdown, a "battle-ready" sword inspired by 9th century Viking designs.
There are good and bad things about it. It's not exceptionally well made but not what I'd call poor quality either. Sort of middle of the road, which is fairly common on the reproduction market in the sub-$300 range. This however is priced at over $300, so that makes me take a harder look at the flaws...
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@oneparticularlysmartape 4 жыл бұрын

About he pommel runes, it reads "Tyr Vigi". Meaning something like "Tyr blessed" or "Tyr blesses".

@VacuousCat 4 жыл бұрын

God of Tuesday

@squidking762 4 жыл бұрын

I never found where "vigi/viki" could mean blesses, so where did you find that?

@fronckiewcz 4 жыл бұрын

@@squidking762 en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velanda_Runestone The example I provided is translated to "may þórr (thor) hallow" so it's likely that the sword says "May Tyr hallow." It is a blessing, not necessarily saying "blesses" or "blessed" in younger futhark.

@oneparticularlysmartape 4 жыл бұрын

@@fronckiewcz Thanks. Also, looking back, it might be related to the old norse word "Víg" wich means fight or murder. Or the icelandic "víg" that means killing. You know, because it's a sword.

@christopherrowley7506 4 жыл бұрын

@@fronckiewcz 'vígi' is third person present subjunctive of 'vígja' which means something like 'to bless, hallow, or sanctify'. The present subjunctive is often called 'óskháttur' and is used in constructions like this to express desire or an indirect command. Hence the "May Týr bless" translation.

@sam-ed8uh 4 жыл бұрын

Would be interested to see a video on daggers/knives, like the evolution of daggers and their techniques in comparison to modern day knives and knife fighting

@ethanstang9941 4 жыл бұрын

I want to see that too

@Nw-zh1uq 4 жыл бұрын

Technique: stab later technique stab stab Rennosance technique: stabbbbbb with elegance Modern day : stab

@lowlandnobleman6746 4 жыл бұрын

Medieval London: Stab Modern London: OY! Ya got a fackin LOICENSE for that spoon, guvnah!?!?

@angelsfallfirst7348 4 жыл бұрын

"First lesson: Stick them with the pointy end."

@S71xx 4 жыл бұрын

@@angelsfallfirst7348 Second lesson: See the sharp bit? Grab the other part.

@runningsandwich 4 жыл бұрын

Some guy at a Renaissance fair tried to sell me one for 300 bucks claiming it was windlass. That confused me greatly because it was balanced rather like a sledgehammer.

@stareman2319 4 жыл бұрын

last time i went to a renaissance frestival there was a guy selling stainless steel arms and he was saying that Damascus would've took years to make in medieval times

@PsylomeAlpha 4 жыл бұрын

@@stareman2319 Was his brain by chance impaled on a banana?

@stareman2319 4 жыл бұрын

@@PsylomeAlpha I dont really know

@michaeltraynor9388 4 жыл бұрын

runningsandwich those medieval fairs do attract a lot of lying sellers. People get caught up in the atmosphere and waste good money on cheap slo. I know I've been burnt myself. At medieval fairs i now never believe what these sellers tell me. They have great sales pitch to get peoples money

@michaeltraynor9388 4 жыл бұрын

Ever noticed that these same sellers seem to have mental illness. I mean you challenge them on their swords and knowledge and they act like you just assulted their mother. As i said they sell slo at fair because people do get carried away with the medieval fairs atmosphere.

@farabove100 4 жыл бұрын

"Tyr Viki" = Tyr Bless. There are finds of runes with "Thor viki", I assume it is a nod to that. To my knowledge we haven't found one with the tiwaz rune. I could be wrong.

@cimadev 4 жыл бұрын

Two guys commented that same thing one hour ago. Dont u read comments before u write?

@farabove100 4 жыл бұрын

@@cimadev I was walking while listening so no not this time. I'm sorry reading this comment for a third time got you worked up bud. Enjoy your day.

@giggityguy 4 жыл бұрын

No distal taper, minimal profile taper, mostly flat cross section; this sounds about as close as you can get to being a sharpened crowbar as I can imagine.

@crunch9876 4 жыл бұрын

giggityguy sharpened crowbar is very deadly....

@giggityguy 4 жыл бұрын

@@crunch9876 True, but not as deadly as an actual sword.

@VenryzinV 4 жыл бұрын

Long time watcher and subscriber skall, love the content, diligence, and honesty! Look forward to more of your videos!

@genevee6540 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! I just got my first sword. It is "viking" sword from Cold steel. It is marketed as "razor sharp" mine was not. With some sharpening i got it really sharp, and it holds that edge, even after quite heavy cutting. Fittings are tight still, nothing rattles after use. I think I am gonna buy more swords in the future. Thanks for your channel and thanks for information and inspiration. Greetings from Finland.

@Enharjar 4 жыл бұрын

@skallagrim "Tyr viki" is old norse for "Tyr protects". It's a runic spell of protection in battle.

@christopher7398 4 жыл бұрын

To me, if a sword isn’t usable it doesn’t matter if it’s within the budget range or not, it still needs to work. Great vid Skall

@BionicBurke 4 жыл бұрын

Btw, pretty sure your tacticool kama has a dangerous crack in it that you may have missed. Left a comment on the old review and tried to also contact you on facebook to point it out. Same shape dark fracture on both sides. I have pictures that I messed with contrast and such to help point it out better.

@Scarlet_Soul 4 жыл бұрын

The fuller being off centre is just an instant nope

@MegaMusikMan 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Skallagrim, can you make a video on shields. mainly how to find a size that fits and what fighting style it suits

@fuckoffgoogle9747 4 жыл бұрын

The scabbard is good at least

@fuckoffgoogle9747 4 жыл бұрын

@@TurnierRustung Accuracy isn't everything

@squidking762 4 жыл бұрын

@@fuckoffgoogle9747 But it's quite important. If you make a historical recreation of a sword, make it historically accurate, that's what I'd be paying for, because it defeats the purpose otherwise

@starwars910 4 жыл бұрын

SquidKing either way it’s extremely difficult to actually produce a clone of a blade made four or more hundred years ago. Yes Albion makes disgustingly badass swords, yet they lack historical accuracy as they make their blades with computers

@squidking762 4 жыл бұрын

@@starwars910 It's not really that hard to make a sword that looks like another, especially when just talking about the scabbard, which can be worked on (unlike the blade itself, once it's gone, it's gone). All I'm saying is just if you're going to pay the money for something historical, at least make it look historical, Google a picture or something, resources aren't lacking

@starwars910 4 жыл бұрын

SquidKing looking like something is not a clone. But I agree you should get what you pay for. But what bothers me is all of these “recreated” swords are based off old rusted pictures and/or parts that we found. So how can we know when it is identical anyway?

@celtofcanaanesurix2245 4 жыл бұрын

the runes say TYR VIGI, Tyr bless

@oneparticularlysmartape 4 жыл бұрын

Ah, a rune master I see. Lol I just commented the samd thing.

@celtofcanaanesurix2245 4 жыл бұрын

@@oneparticularlysmartape oh, I didn't see that...

@SnorrioK 4 жыл бұрын

Or they say "Týrs vígi" = Tyr's kill.

@aldor9357 4 жыл бұрын

Now daddy Skall should make a review of Vinland Saga, just like papa Shadi did

@ASmartNameForMe 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, but do not call them papa or daddy....please....

@Gavin-N 4 жыл бұрын

yeah let's get you a lot of thumbs up!

@Hopeofmen 4 жыл бұрын

BEGONE

@rolandart5670 4 жыл бұрын

Ugh...

@dgray7537 4 жыл бұрын

@@ASmartNameForMe good point senpai

@duchi882 4 жыл бұрын

*Speaking of Viking Sword* when are you going to review Vinland Saga?

@johnfrancisdoe1563 4 жыл бұрын

Duchi He has to get there first, then compare locations to their legendary descriptions.

@WeissM89 4 жыл бұрын

As you stabbed the gel torso, I imagined you halfswording and a question came to my mind. How could sweat (or an excess of oil, for that matter) affect the grip during half swording?

@maxreuv 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, Skal, just wanted to make sure you are OK, hopefully unaffected by the hurricane. I recall you planned and perhaps already moved to NS. Cheers!

@gruknarorcishwar-yerhereto8489 4 жыл бұрын

I know it’s kinda an odd question but what do you think of the slightly redesigned witch king sword from darksword armory

@davidseabrooke2238 4 жыл бұрын

hey @Skallagrim i just recieved my kukri from kailash blades it is amazing so thank you. but i had a problem i wonder if you faced while re-sheathing it can very very easily cut through the leather and did cut my hand. have you noticed this?

@hansvonmannschaft9062 3 жыл бұрын

To answer your last phrase: I certainly found it helpful. Very funny to see how those things you don't consider accurate, become actually useful to me. I'm about to get one for way less than $300, and the hilarious bit is that your video convinced me exactly because of those things you didn't like: Edge type, because that means I'll grind the edge I want; lack of distal taper, doesn't bother me because 1.2kg with that PoB is more than fine, and also, given the general handling of those swords, I believe we could say that viking era swords were more of a kind of... sword-shaped axes. Hah! Cheers mate, and thanks a lot for the review! :-D Ps- The other sword you mentioned, the Ronin one, yes, it's indeed awesome, usefulness-wise. Edit: Grammar & typos.

@Zorafin 4 жыл бұрын

Dude your hair styling has been on point lately

@arekadamski6960 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Skallagrim , very nice rewiev, I have almost the same opinion as you. I ve got a question. Have you seen windlass sountaka viking sword? What is your opinion?

@ultralord1156 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone know where I can get a good looking axe with a decent battle ready head? Been trying to find some good ones online

@jacobhurt3821 2 жыл бұрын

skallagrim what are thought on fableblades nøkkelen two hand sword

@neilduh 4 жыл бұрын

Now im curious on Skall's thoughts on Grimfrost in general

@dasnomaden 2 жыл бұрын

I heard a rumour that grimfrost has been reselling depeeka swords, after contacting both grimfrost and depeeka im afraid to say...there's truth to it. Ibwas rather angry...their tyr sword was a good sword from all I could tell from owning one, probably the worst decision they made to get rid of that and only stock cheaper more questionable swords of questionable origin. I made several suggestions to them including buying sword blanks from the UK and having a bronze worker of their own make fittings, they assured me they already had plans to bring new stock in. I waited and saw the two new swords they got, even bought another, its just blunt practice stuff. I was gutted:/

@cantremember6794 Жыл бұрын

@@TheRealUlfhedinn grimfrost doesn't make there swords, this one was originally sold buy grimfrost but made buy windlass. Grimfrost now uses deekeepa made sword instead.

@cantremember6794 Жыл бұрын

@@dasnomaden the Tyr sword was originally made buy windlass, it's got the same pommel and guard as there battlecry line

@Ulfheodin 4 жыл бұрын

What do you think about Dimicator video where he show how to hold a viking sword ?

@philipbarrick4149 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the description Minnesota I have had a smoother handle but mines a combination Viking then the Saxon English company copied it

@Thrax808 4 жыл бұрын

Is there a difference between the versions made by grimfrost vs windlass?

@luisgarciadonate8282 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Skall Im not an expert but I think that the inscription in thw aword maybe stands for something similar to " vikir" that was the old norse term for wonderer and traveller thats where viking comes from " those who travel and seek fortune". Hope this helps you, I like your videos very much

@ihavecancermcnuggets794 4 жыл бұрын

Hey can you review the billhook polearm from cult of Athena

@demon8546 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Skall, I was actually thinking this sword for a viking outfit Im putting together. If you cant suggest getting this one, what viking sword do you suggest I get?

@fransthefox9682 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe try Lutel Handicraft.

@brandonroberts1638 4 жыл бұрын

Can anyone tell me more about this sword from kult of Athena?Bastard Sword - Black Grip - TFW046. The dims are exactly what i want

@princeafterburn3247 4 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to do a review on the iron kanabo / tetsubo preferably kanabo sense its larger and well more clumsy looking. I just want to hear a honest review on them because well they are considered the largest and heaviest war maces in history

@spamhonx56 4 жыл бұрын

Um, actually skall, i live near Ashdown and it's pronounced AHSHDDNNN. *Eyeroll*

@wierdalien1 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@hammerandsteelreviews8924 4 жыл бұрын

That's a fun review, the blade looks like it has some flaws. How does it compete with the new deepeeka blades? I mean for $300 it should be much better, you'd think at least.

@opwards 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I was about to hit buy on the grimfrost site on their new addition recently but didnt. Has anyone checked out the grimfrost Sárelder. Visually it looks like a step up from this but online and in the hand can be 2 different things. This one too is in the 350 USD range so not too bad.

@justaguyonyoutube 4 жыл бұрын

3:37, is that Johan Hegg in the Grimfrost picture?

@mrjoestar1134 4 жыл бұрын

A shame, it Looked amazing at first. And you can't even end enemies rightly with that kind pommel.

@yonigga4374 4 жыл бұрын

What's your take on deepeeka weaponry? I've heard that their quality control is iffy but the war scythe I got from them through kult of athena came in great condition. I'm definitely going more for the ability of the blade over historic accuracy

@Neiot 4 жыл бұрын

He covers the Deepeeka Plumbata in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sKmYbNmAnsXXeI0.html

@scottmacgregor3444 4 жыл бұрын

Deepeeka is generally pretty garbage.

@paulvoragen8288 4 жыл бұрын

Could do some test on the ballistic torso with the chinese swords?

@riczinger1 4 жыл бұрын

The dudes at Grimfrost say it's "Tyr Viki", meaning "Tyr protect"

@HunterLord458 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheRealUlfhedinn the annoying thing is they marketed it as their own

@cameronsmith7941 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t imagine historical accuracy can be that much of an issue for a time period that did not mass produce its arms to have uniform qualities

@colesaul-milligan7478 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Skall

@CollinMcLean 4 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Shoutout to Grimfrost! But yeah, they sold the Tyr Sword for a limited run and then I think they had to stop because of a patent matter? I forget... It's kind of a shame because I was hoping to make that my first sword. But they have the Sareldr which looks pretty Fing cool...

@CollinMcLean 4 жыл бұрын

@XanderB26 No... all my money has been going towards my nursing degree.

@philippegoulet-swordscolle9862 2 жыл бұрын

Windlass actually made this model for Grimfrost. Now Grimfrost switched with Deepeeka. Windlass brought back this model and sold it as their own with à different name.

@cantremember6794 Жыл бұрын

Grimfrost also sells deepeeka sword at ridiculous prices

@DevilishGuts 4 жыл бұрын

Skall, please take a look at the new viking-themed anime Vinland Saga!

@lowlandnobleman6746 4 жыл бұрын

Why does this sword remind me o the Wulfland Celtic sword that Skall reviewed a few years ago?

@marcotroilo2348 4 жыл бұрын

What do you think about Thanos "sword" in Endgame?

@enerjakjuggernaut94 4 жыл бұрын

Pls react to vinland saga anime scene of battle :)

@reptiloidmitglied2930 4 жыл бұрын

Shadiversity already did it. If you have not already seen it, you should watch it. Asuming that Skall is busy with his move into the new home and that they will have work there too, he may not have the time for it in the next time.

@soyhugo390 4 жыл бұрын

@@reptiloidmitglied2930 but not the fighting

@BonifacioMarioJrPena 4 жыл бұрын

@@reptiloidmitglied2930 Shad himself has stated that he isn't quite up to snuff with viking stuff. This is right up Skall's alley.

@zaxbitterzen2178 4 жыл бұрын

Skall, and the actors Christopher Heyerdahl, and Elias Toufexis should all have a conversation lol

@sevenproxies4255 4 жыл бұрын

Throw in Varg Vikernes in there too.

@Neiot 4 жыл бұрын

Christopher Heyerdahl is a nice guy.

@Voult_Bioy 4 жыл бұрын

Varg Vikernes is s nice guy although I think Varg commented on Skallagrim in Varg’s video about swimming with a shield

@shuadubya5709 4 жыл бұрын

Been thinking about buying this lately so crazy to see this video. Think I might save my money. Anyone have any recommendations for a viking sword at a similar price?

@scottmacgregor3444 4 жыл бұрын

Well Skall did say in the video that the Ronin viking/migration sword is better for a lower price, so maybe check that video out.

@cantremember6794 Жыл бұрын

Ronin is a better sword but this swords isn't bad it's basically a rebranded windlass battlecry sword

@Bog_Wizard 4 жыл бұрын

Whats a good viking sword you would recommend?

@scottmacgregor3444 4 жыл бұрын

What's your price range? Albion has a few that people seem to like.

@Bog_Wizard 4 жыл бұрын

Up to 1000

@scottmacgregor3444 4 жыл бұрын

@@Bog_Wizard in that case, yea, go Albion. They're considered the best in most categories for non-custom work. Long wait times though. You could also go to the sword buyers guide messageboards for more knowledgeable advice than I can give.

@Rescer1One 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Skall, just wanted to tell you that your last 3 Videos didnt show up in my notifications.... thats why im watching them so late. KZfaq is messing you up buddy ;)

@Cysubtor_8vb 4 жыл бұрын

You have any experience with their Battlecry Viking sword?

@SimoneDaldosso 4 жыл бұрын

I own it and i'm inlove with it! But needs to be better sharped

@Cysubtor_8vb 4 жыл бұрын

@@SimoneDaldosso Needs better sharpening as in it has good edge geometry yet need additional sharpening, I hope. Been planning on checking out that line of theirs as they also offer a longsword and basket-hilt broadsword.

@diphyllum8180 4 жыл бұрын

You should order something from MahaKaal Arms, they're a Sikh sword manufacturer in Punjab looking to sell more in Canada and they're offering some incredibly gorgeous stuff for astoundingly low prices, and they consider making them functional to be essentially a sacred duty

@johnrollex680 3 жыл бұрын

Why do they not put a distal taper on it but then they taper the Fuller? Just leave the Fuller the same width to reduce weight at the end.

@mostcomplicatedman8115 4 жыл бұрын

i found it useful in my NG+ . it has an A scaling for strenght and a B scaling for dexterity . so its a good choice for strenght/dex builds

@aenaros6845 4 жыл бұрын

no, it has C strdng becomming b at +10 and E on dex, its just mediocre and moveset is bad, i just waste slabs on peterssens, todd's workshop swords or albions. C/C or A/C weapons all of em.

@mostcomplicatedman8115 4 жыл бұрын

@@aenaros6845 yeah after it got nerfed .

@vectorca 4 жыл бұрын

can i send you a weapon (dagger) for a review?

@huron994 4 жыл бұрын

This video ticked me pink. Alfred the Great is my ancestor, and I think that sword looks like I need to add it to my own connection

@googleisacruelmistress1910 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, one note though, it's pronounced "AHSHDDNN or something", the or something part being weary important otherwise people might confuse it with "AHSHDDNN or whatever" (completely different place)

@zacharyhagan818 4 жыл бұрын

I got it on sale with engraving, sharpening, and rustblocker for about 300. I'm not going to use it, of course, just thought it would look nice on the wall. Or to break out when company is over.

@PJDAltamirus0425 4 жыл бұрын

On one hand, the lack of distal taper is sad. On another hand, Viking sword and earilier Migration swords weren't designed for defensive actions in the first place. Migration era swords would be even more top heavy.

@justindavis1012 4 жыл бұрын

Museum replicas does a sharpening service that’s pretty good

@prestobizmal 4 жыл бұрын

Ok I’m going to need you to go ahead and put a video together of a full outfit of Viking Garb and equipment that you actually love. I’m trying to put a Viking set together for next years “ren faire” (this one includes all historical periods not just renaissance) and now I’m nervous that people who actually know what they’re talking about are going to judge too hard.

@prestobizmal 4 жыл бұрын

@@TurnierRustung Hi Alex, glad to hear from a re-enactor that I am on the right path. I actually have a good amount of those items already picked out and I plan on going to the Harm pant route while making my own tunic, shield and Axe. I have done some more midieval style costuming before so I have some of the basics already, like the D belt and maile (originally long sleeve that I turned short sleeve). I am just nervous after watching all of Skalls review videos and particular some things can become! One thing that I am bummed about is the mix of opinions on whether or not the vikings wore gambesons or any type of padded armor, I was looking forward to how those looked on top of the knee length tunics and under the shor tsleeve maille. TLDR: Thank you for the tips, especially regarding the shoes, looking forward to putting it together!

@asa-punkatsouthvinland7145 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't see anyone mention it but this Windlass is nearly the same as the Viking sword in their Battlecry line. No idea why they released two swords so similar, but the Battlecry arming sword looks the same as their classic medieval sword. Makes me wonder if there is really any difference besides cosmetic.

@Xear00 4 жыл бұрын

The Battlecry sword has a distal taper, so theres that

@asa-punkatsouthvinland7145 4 жыл бұрын

@@Xear00 I've been to the MRL showroom many times but I either forget to ask to see both or one will be out of stock so never had a chance to compare them together. I know Battlecry is meant to be more geared towards use & cutting. I own the Bosworth longsword but while it has much profile taper it has little distal taper. I've handled all of the older Battlecry swords, but haven't yet handled the Viking sword Skall has here. Seen the Classic Medieval Sword, but never when I had a chance to do next to the Battlecry one...ugh I'm rambling as I'm tired, so let me end by saying thank you for mentioning that as I hadn't thought about possible distal taper differences. Also the Battlecry line touted wider tangs but I don't know if that is specific to them or if Windlass has made wider tangs on Al/more swords.

@cantremember6794 Жыл бұрын

The blade has a distal taper on the battlecry line but other than that it's the same sword

@rehanmemon3969 4 жыл бұрын

Skall: It feels dead in the hand, I mean it doesn't want to move around but, I've held worse. That's what she said... sorry ... I'm ashamed of myself. I'm usually more mature than this but something in me just wouldn't let it go.

@epiccthulu 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder if a sword with a handle made from Memory foam, something ergonomic, would be practical.

@memedaddy6189 4 жыл бұрын

IM HERE EARLY. TRUE SKALL FAN.

@SKALS-ICY-TOM 4 жыл бұрын

Having a crooked fuller is quite normal for old swords. Original museum pieces are often quite crooked. Its just in our time and age it isnt 'accepted' same with the guard, they were often braced or soldered on, getting loose quite fast.

@warriorworkstraining 3 жыл бұрын

IF you had to recommend a viking era sword under $300.00 USD, which would it be? (I primarily care about functionality and "close-enough" accuracy. Skol!

@shay5831 4 жыл бұрын

It’s not a letdown It’s an Ashdown

@nunya_bizniz 4 жыл бұрын

Except it's a grimfrost...dont whoosh me

@Kraakesolv 4 жыл бұрын

What really is a letdown is clicking this comment to discover it's the same joke as in the video title.

@aceambling7685 4 жыл бұрын

please see yourself out...

@anthonyhayes1267 3 жыл бұрын

It's pronounced litdnnn. My goodness, can't Americans speak at all.

@johnfreeman2956 4 жыл бұрын

As someone who doesn't know much about swords, it's interesting to hear how you "can't expect historical accuracy from a cheap sword." Like, swords were worse back then, they barely had steel. So wouldn't the worse material of the past be cheaper/easier to make? A 440C sword didn't exist back then, but like pig iron did (I'm not saying 440C is a good choice for swords, it's just an example of steel).

@angelsfallfirst7348 4 жыл бұрын

Noice. That moment when the Windlass Cobra steel is better and a sixth of the price.

@coyotechang 4 жыл бұрын

Skall, check out Vinland Saga. If you liked Virgin Witch Maria (or was at least willing to review it from a historical perspective) I think you'd like this way more.

@wolvenedvard3049 4 жыл бұрын

Really gorgeous sword, but I still prefer the Caithness and the Berserkr

@leemcgann6470 4 жыл бұрын

The guard & pommel look like they were cast in some sort of metal... I have often found that gray looking finish is most of the time cast in some kind of “monkey” metal like zink.

@ulfricthorsson8347 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone know how good the Cold Steel Damascus Long Sax & Damascus Viking Sword are? I would really like to get something like these as a "family sword" and engraved with our family name (in runic form)

@aenaros6845 4 жыл бұрын

Cold steel ? really ? and "family sword" ? if i engraved something to stay on my bloodline would be something like an albion. Cold steel is not good for swords, you have better options also under 600$

@Sicarius_Avindar 4 жыл бұрын

Cold Steel can be very hit and miss, emphasis on the latter. If you're going for a Family/Heirloom Blade, I'd go for something higher quality. Something on par with Albion. Need to ensure it's maintained though.

@ulfricthorsson8347 4 жыл бұрын

@@aenaros6845 I have their Recon 1 as my EDC knife and 2 of their polypropylene walking sticks. I've been pleased by all 3

@Sicarius_Avindar 4 жыл бұрын

Their knives are fine, the walking sticks I know nothing about so no comment there. But their swords. Ye gods. They're *famously* bad.

@ulfricthorsson8347 4 жыл бұрын

@@TurnierRustung Must be nice to have THAT kind of money.

@mariojeromechavez6663 4 жыл бұрын

Alfred was Anglo-Saxon not Norse! Skall, what do think the historical weapons the Early Medieval Slavic people use look liked?

@kyleman605 4 жыл бұрын

Every windlass sword I’ve ordered had zero distal taper and didn’t really feel like a sword, it’s a shame some I really like aesthetically.

@hjalmarrsviakappa9666 4 жыл бұрын

Its not that the futhark doesn't have a "V" its that that the rune for V and U are the same rune, which is the case for a lot of runes of the younger futhark. Like how J, E and I are the same rune etc.

@dtaliesin6638 4 жыл бұрын

Yaaaay a good old fashioned review

@sebathadah1559 4 жыл бұрын

I have to admit all these medieval weapons are cool its interesting to see skallagrim review these. But everytime I watch his videos. Peruse this fancy cutlery online or around town I cant help but feel like....wtf am I doing why would I buy this!

@iancandler5446 9 ай бұрын

Ok it’s almost exactly identical to the Maldon sword in both design and construction. They both have the peened pomel, the Maldon sword without runes, the Ashdown with. The grips are similar in that they are both straight instead of tapered but feature a different leather wrap. The guards are very similar and both have been straight cut and filled with black epoxy instead of being profiled to match the blade. The blades again are similar just the Ashdown being polished whilst the Maldon is black. The Maldon is a little lighter and comes razor sharp and hardened, though both feature similar scabbard though the Maldon is black. My point? Its my contention that these swords are the same, or at least made in the same factory and just differ in the cosmetic finish.

@brandonodinson8083 4 жыл бұрын

Please respond I’m looking for a good company that makes well made Viking era sword what company do you recommend I’m looking to spend max of 400 dollars and I trust your judgment

@SuperOtter13 4 жыл бұрын

Brandon Odionson the comment above yours has a list of makers☝️👍

@brandonodinson8083 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you will start researching

@dragonkingdom95 4 жыл бұрын

U should do the shinwa broad sword

@drakonyanazkar 4 жыл бұрын

Overall nice, as you put. A good piece for a medieval fair. But that misaligned fuller is such a turn off!

@valandil7454 4 жыл бұрын

When you got to "it's got no distle taper" I actually went "wait what..." and the fuller is all over the place, it's one of those steel baseball bats those movie people like so much 😕

@edanpino5035 4 жыл бұрын

Oh boy

@Koiyah 4 жыл бұрын

Looks pretty cool, but doesn't really cut like a samurai sword. But as you say, it probably do exist viking swords of better quality... :-)

@frankharr9466 4 жыл бұрын

1.2 kg is 2.6 lb. or 2 lb. 10 oz. or 42 oz., you have to keep the number of significant digits the same. God, I'm such a nerd.

$@manufacturedfracture$

@manufacturedfracture 4 жыл бұрын

The viki were the runic magicians who cast spells. Edit: After reading comments id like to state that this info came from a historian of the Vikings and Icelandic mythos. I watched one of his videos right beforee this.

@matthewhenthorn3343 4 жыл бұрын

Someone hypothesized that viking swords are not meant to be used in fancy controlled cuts and slashes. He believes the shield binds up the opponent's shield to open up the leg or other body part that can be cut at from the shoulder (many swords have been called Leg Biter. Perhaps this is why). I'm sure you know how to test the handling for that purpose.

@Skelstoolbox 4 жыл бұрын

Are you moving to Nova Scotia for lower house prices compared to Victoria? I hear New Brunswick is super cheap too.. Like 80K for starter homes in smaller towns.. Since yer a youtuber, you can live anywhere!

@koosh138 4 жыл бұрын

I believe there are some archeologic findings with runes, in which they had 2 Us to make the W in like "Wodan" for example. (Mostly in German bog finds) I found one smithy, who has his own swords for sale ranging from $15k to $24k. His craftmanship looked great, but i don't think I'd feel okay with owning one THAT expensive. lol

@darthjarkal 4 жыл бұрын

I really hope you mean 1500 and 2400 because 15k would mean 15.000 and no sword is worth that price, let alone 24.000 XD

@koosh138 4 жыл бұрын

It's been a while since I've talked with the smithy, but I remember joking with him about selling my car in order to pay for it. They looked great, but I don't know what quite made it SO expensive.

@darthjarkal 4 жыл бұрын

@@koosh138 so wait, you're serious? Damn thing better be inlaid with diamonds and used to shave the queen's legs for that price

@koosh138 4 жыл бұрын

@@TurnierRustung I believe it was Andre Anderson's swords. I might be wrong, but just check out his stuff. Even if I'm wrong, the swords look similar.

@koosh138 4 жыл бұрын

@@TurnierRustung I don't doubt that at all, and I didn't even look at the steel qualities.

@googleeyeseyes4033 4 жыл бұрын

Where are you moving to?

@biohazard724 4 жыл бұрын

People asking for Vinland Saga content clearly don't pay attention to channel updates.

@ianholle3142 4 жыл бұрын

Ian from Forgotten Weapons is Gun Jesus Skallagrim is Sword Jesus

@Maxcicle 4 жыл бұрын

Holy balls, the man on the Grimfrost pic is johann hegg, the frontman of Amon Amarth! So he's an amazing musician and blacksmith?

@sohamsengupta6470 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I thought so too! I do believe he's just posing and not the smith, but I may be wrong. Still kinda surprised to see Johann in a random Skall video

@Maxcicle 4 жыл бұрын

@@sohamsengupta6470 Did some research, on their homepage it says: Hegg is friends with both Arve and Sjöberg, and was asked by the two to fuel Grimfrost with his creativity, ideas and heathen poetry. When not pouring his excess Viking interest over Grimfrost, Hegg has a daytime job as the front man of Amon Amarth - a death metal group that shares our passion and vivid interest in our Norse forefathers.

@sohamsengupta6470 4 жыл бұрын

@@Maxcicle Yeah that explains things... But I wouldn't call Amon Amarth a day job lol