Reddit Reddit reviews Cold Steel Hand and a Half Training Sword 92BKHNH

We found 10 Reddit comments about Cold Steel Hand and a Half Training Sword 92BKHNH. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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Cold Steel Hand and a Half Training Sword 92BKHNH
Made of polypropylene.Closely resembles the "live blade" in terms of weight and size.While they’re not quite as rigid as wood, they have the advantages of being virtually unbreakable and remarkably stiff and cut resistant.This training aid will not rot, crack split or splinter.Minimizes the possibility of causing grievous or permanent injury to those who used it.Overall Length: 44.00"Blade Length: 34.00"Blade Material: PolypropyleneHandle Material: Polypropylene
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10 Reddit comments about Cold Steel Hand and a Half Training Sword 92BKHNH:

u/koalafied_human · 9 pointsr/IAmA

Hey there! I really like your videos and they've been very instructive for me when dabbling in swordfighting techniques. I've picked up a couple synthetic longswords like the Cold Steel one and a bastard sword from medieval collectables. I find that they're either unbalanced or too light, respectively.

Is there a good training bastard sword that you recommend purely for practice?

u/Cosmosaurus · 7 pointsr/Hema

You could try to get ahold of Black Fencer's wasters. You can even get them at bulk price. (It seems a little difficult getting them to ship to the U.S., though.) (This is my first choice.)


The next best option would be Penti IIIs by PurpleHeart Armoury. They'll run you a bit higher than 100USD per sword, but they are worth it, in my opinion. (My club prefers this option for nylons.)

The cheapest option would be the Rawlings longsword (also available on Purpleheart Armoury). Don't get this one. It is extremely unreliable in even a mid-intensity bout and doesn't bind and wind well even in a (partner) drill; they are as wobbly as a cooked noodle. They also have poor point-of-balance, but you can fix it by attaching the steel pommel and crossguard options (which are sold separately; at that point, you have spent enough to get a penti, anyways.). However, under a tight budget, these do okay. They also seem the safest for free fencing.

I lied; the cheapest option is the Cold Steel Hand and Half Sword. Some people do a grinding mod to make it bearable. Don't get this.

These all hurt a good bit in my opinion. With gloves and a mask, I have never run into much more than bruising. You might want to get arm protectors if you are that worried, though. Just don't baseball swing your way through bouts. Practice good technique at necessary/reasonable intensity and martial consideration and sparring should be fine.

I also just noticed that you posted in /r/HEMA. Post in /r/WMA, instead.

u/grey_sky · 4 pointsr/halloween

I'd go for something like Cold Steel Training Swords. Not going to break on you anytime throughout the night and really blunt so you can hit your buddies with it. Downside is that up close it is obviously a training sword. Also, you'll have to make a scabbard or just make a loop to put it.
video showing the durability


That said, if you are going for looks maybe this or this or this would be a better choice. However, my experience with crap quality like this is it will break and it is marginally sharp so you could hurt someone or yourself if you unsheath it.

Cheers.

u/myanrueller · 2 pointsr/StarWars

Someone who wants to study European martial arts here:

multiple options exist for "practice swords" there's a polypropelene in many models. As for lightsabers...

Ultraforce has some "battle ready force FX ones," which instead of the LEDs all across the blade it's one powerful one. Saberforge looks nice too.

There's also a "lightsaber bokken".

And for someone more interested in European swords styles, there's not a Kylo Ren model yet. But there will be.

u/travelersoul · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

where have you been all my life, Chris?

so i've had my eye on this

u/DarkDeliverance · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Well... most people don't have swords on their wishlists :P
Also, I look for a very interesting, intellectual, and intriguing story in a comic book. Also, dialogue is very important and good writing is imperative. If the dialogue writing sucks then the comic book sucks.

u/vxcosmicowl · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

We use dot us these Training Swords in my medieval combat class!

They also make a Shield

This steampunk flavored Cryptex Flash Drive might be appreciated! Useful and stylish in a similar vein to this Steampunk Watch
As for board games, I recommend Shadow Hunters, Splendor, and Coup

For tabletop games, you could get him A Nice Set of Color Coded Diece

When it comes to video games, this Retro Arcade Console Desk Toy could be a great work passtime with 200 games! Alternatively if you have a fridge or a metal workspace, Magnetic Tetris! for idle hands


Hope any of these help haha




u/Trystt27 · 1 pointr/IAmA

I took some courses about 7 years back from KRON

Unfortunately, my trainer passed away from cancer, so it's just me at this point.

The practice sword I have is this one.

u/reiphil · 1 pointr/cosplay

what you want is a straight long sword. You could probably get by by painting these and carving the hilt guard a little.

u/snoozbarFiend · 0 pointsr/AskReddit

knock yourself out


but kinda leaning toward this