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What swords would you like reconstructed ?
#1
This thread is for all roman swords and scabbards, infantry or calvary all periods, for me this past 30 years has seen a huge increase in documentation of sword finds, this now gives reanactors a large choice of swords for there given period. It would nice to see for myself and others what would you like to see being made. For me in my research I do, that there is some swords found that would not have been considered as Roman years ago. It is with thanks to Christian Miks and individuals putting papers out on Academia ect that our knowledge has increased. I myself have come across some gems but would you carry that sword as part of your uniform or would like to see better known swords being made. If you can post photos and or thoughts so we can get a flavour of what you would like to see   Smile
Regards Brennivs  Big Grin
Woe Ye The Vanquished
                     Brennvs 390 BC
When you have all this why do you envy our mud huts
                     Caratacvs
Centvrio Princeps Brennivs COH I Dacorivm (Roma Antiqvia)
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#2
This is probably an unusual choice, but I would quite like to see a reconstruction of one of the swords from places like Vimose or Illerup which feature numerous metal studs driven into the pommels and sometimes the guards.

Crispvs
Who is called \'\'Paul\'\' by no-one other than his wife, parents and brothers.  :!: <img src="{SMILIES_PATH}/icon_exclaim.gif" alt=":!:" title="Exclamation" />:!:

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#3
The one from Volnikovka... but that's too much Gold, Garnet, and Emerald for me to afford...
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#4
Ha Ha Ha Crispvs you have away from the forum tooo long you mean this type,
   
http://www.romanarmytalk.com/rat/thread-16799.html
From this site alone is some of the most fascinating swords. The stud hinted one's come in various types but most I have found are very crude even the one one I copied they are copys that are of various quality that have also been found (thanks to Miks).
Evan it is a very nice sword I love bling, but don't think that it is a dream you never know one day you may have it by your side. But this is what it is all about this thread giving members a chance to say what they would like to see, as I am up for these of the wall type creations so keep them coming thanks for your replys  Smile
Regards Brennivs  Big Grin
Woe Ye The Vanquished
                     Brennvs 390 BC
When you have all this why do you envy our mud huts
                     Caratacvs
Centvrio Princeps Brennivs COH I Dacorivm (Roma Antiqvia)
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#5
Whoops, I feel a bit stupid now - I completely forgot about that thread. I recall now seeing the first part of it but somehow missed it when you picked it up again a couple of years later. You have done a fantastic job with that and I would love to see it in the flesh one day. I remember when we first met up in South Shields in 1999, you told me you made cheap weapons for those on low budgets. No more - you left that behind long ago and rank these days as a true craftsman of merit. In all the swords I have seen from your workshop over the years, there was not one I could have faulted on any grounds or considered cheap. Having done some of this sort of thing myself as well, I know how much research, planning, time and frustration goes into a project like this, and you have my deepest respect.

Crispvs
Who is called \'\'Paul\'\' by no-one other than his wife, parents and brothers.  :!: <img src="{SMILIES_PATH}/icon_exclaim.gif" alt=":!:" title="Exclamation" />:!:

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#6
Oh Iupitor  Blush  Blush   Blush  I feel  very humbled and a little embarrassed  Blush  thank you very much for your accolade, comeing from you is praised indeed. I still hold to the ethos about helping people out as much as I can and doing things,  in some case's for free as I happily gain joy from helping others, I also hope to help in a small way for them to be able to make there own kit, by sharing  my knowledge Smile  I also will praise you for your approach  to detail and evidence which you have also taken time to help the many on the forum over the years, for this you have my deepest respect  Wink well back to swords. Keep your thoughts coming on this as it is not just me who likes feed back, also for other artisans on the forum, for which they can benefit and may be able to help.
Regards Brennivs  Blush  Big Grin
Woe Ye The Vanquished
                     Brennvs 390 BC
When you have all this why do you envy our mud huts
                     Caratacvs
Centvrio Princeps Brennivs COH I Dacorivm (Roma Antiqvia)
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#7
Amen to that!!
Salvete et Valete



Nil volentibus arduum





Robert P. Wimmers
www.erfgoedenzo.nl/Diensten/Creatie Big Grin
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