So I've been wanting to purchase a LOTR blade, and I've narrowed my choices down to 2 choices: Either Anduril, or this one. Which should I buy?
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It all depends, do you see yourself as a Hobbit or a King? If the former, this is the blade for you.
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It all really comes down to the size of a sword you want. Sting is a relatively small sword, the size if it was for a real hobbit and not an actor. Anduril will be a full human size sword.
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I love both of them but honestly if you got to just pick one I'd go with Anduril. It's so big and impressive and while sting looks impressive it is really small. It looks great in a small room or buy LOTR collection items if it's by itself I'd go with Anduril it's such an impressive looking sword.
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I'd go with Abduril if you have the cash for it. I got Striders ranger sword before this one. This is good if your tight on cash but if you have the cash for a better one like Anduril go for that one.
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I can only speak for Sting, which appears in both LOTR and The Hobbit movies. It has excellent craftsmanship and is surprisingly sharp. I have it hanging on display over my bar near a bobble-head Gollum. I'm very pleased with my purchase.
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Ditto on the other responses..... A great razor....blades last a long time!!
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I have a hairy, double coated mutt that showed up a few years ago and because her hair is long and fine, it picks up every burr in our fields. And she is why I bought the heavy duty Andis. I use a #3 3/4 skip tooth, cuts about 1/2" (you may want to get one that cuts 3/4" or more, but the skip tooth makes for a more layered look than the full tooth blades. Get the blade size you want but I would suggest the skip tooth blade for those thick coats. You may have to stop for awhile if the blade get too hot, especially to begin with. I cut my dog every couple mo nths so it doesn't take so much effort each time. You might want to do it outside also. We live in the country and I just let the wind blow the hair into the fields-easy clean up!
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I have both, since I ordered extra blades, but if I were going to get just one, I'd get the larger blade/disc holder, since it holds both discs and blades. Both are very nice products.
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IIRC, out of the box the blade was good and sharp.If you sharpen your own, you'll *love* the way this thing takes an edge. My Zetsurin is just about the sharpest thing I own. After a bit of work ;)
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According to my husband, Gillette makes the best blades for this type of razor. When I bought him the razor, I bought the "Feather Blades" to go with them. He said, "The blades were not that sharp. They wouldn't last but a couple of shaves."
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I tried a set of the Freud blades and was happy with them. I have run a bit of wood through these blades and they seem to cut just as well. I guess I'll find out how well they last in the long run. I think most of these blades are probably made by the same company and everyone puts their name on them. Laying the Freud, Ridgid and these out together I can't see any difference in them. I guess in a couple of months I'll find out if they hold up as well.
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I've ordered 2 similar razors from Amazon, so I'm not 100 % sure which one I'm answering about!But if you prefer a long-handled razor, I can wholeheartedly recommend the Misaki. It's very well madeand def. has a long handle. Still balances very well, and workmanship is outstanding. Usually goesfor around 15 bucks.
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I researched it some before buying my first instance of the Eros knife. I was not able to get what I considered and authoritative answer but check this "http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/763981-How-does-Acuto-steel-compare". I am personally very pleased with the blade. It holds its edge very well. I have both the Ripple and the Eros. At first I was put off by how pointy the blade of the Eros is, but now see it as a plus. I have carried the Eros daily for two or three years. I lost one, and bought another to replace it. I have bought others for gifts. Took the clip off, to slim it down even more. I researched it some before buying my first instance of the Eros knife. I was not able to get what I considered and authoritative answer but check this "http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/763981-How-does-Acuto-steel-compare". I am personally very pleased with the blade. It holds its edge very well. I have both the Ripple and the Eros. At first I was put off by how pointy the blade of the Eros is, but now see it as a plus. I have carried the Eros daily for two or three years. I lost one, and bought another to replace it. I have bought others for gifts. Took... » Read More I researched it some before buying my first instance of the Eros knife. I was not able to get what I considered and authoritative answer but check this "http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/763981-How-does-Acuto-steel-compare". I am personally very pleased with the blade. It holds its edge very well. I have both the Ripple and the Eros. At first I was put off by how pointy the blade of the Eros is, but now see it as a plus. I have carried the Eros daily for two or three years. I lost one, and bought another to replace it. I have bought others for gifts. Took the clip off, to slim it down even more. « Show Less
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Chris unfortunately I have yet to try this product but I assume that it is very good based on the reviews. I will have to get back to you. I am going to order some as soon as I get my next paycheck. Currently using Dorco blades that came with the Rick Harrison One Razor and I don't like them.
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I honesty cannot say. I had both. One burned out so I bought the other. As long as we had it we did not dull the blade out. Sorry wish I could be of more help. I can say they are both equal in quality & the motor is as powerful in both. Thanks
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I personally like this Andis trimmer with the T Blades as they let you see what your cutting better with the wide blades ... They cut exactly the same the only difference being the Professional 04603 Outliner II Personal Trimmer can have Guides attached to it and the T Blade trimmer cannot . Its really just a matter of personal Preference
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Thanks! Exactly what I needed to know. Was debating between this and the half-moon edger.
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I highly recommend Olson blades. http://www.olsonsaw.net/ is their site. They have a wide selection at good price, and their quality is the best. I won't use any other blades. :) Happy Scrolling!
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I own both the Barrage 580 (Black) and 581 (Silver). Benchmade blades are hands down some of the best out there, but when it comes to these two the 581 is what I'd recommend. Both have about the same open time of about half a second or less. However, the 581 always going to have my vote, the knife simply feels like it's a more solid knife when you're holding it in your hand. The edge on the 581 has a much finer quality to it than the 580 and it's one of those things that you can really only tell once you've played with both, but it's all in the how the blade cuts, the 581 flows like water with it's cuts and slices with practically no effort. The 580 on the other hand, while smooth, doesn't quite have the same feel in comparison. The last thing is the aluminum bolster - the silver part of the 581. The support is gives the is incredible and it's sturdy with little to no give which is absent on the 580, the 580 doesn't have a lot of give, but the 581, in my opinion has it beat because of the bolster. You're not going to go wrong with either one, it's really a matter of personal preference. I have both and have used them for different and similar occasions and tasks, but the 581 is what I would say the is the superior of the two. It fills in the gaps that the 580 has and feels like an overall sturdier blade throughout. Hope this helps. -Aust
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The Andis 2-Speed is large and heavy. I would recommend going to a pet store that carries trimmers....they usually have their selection displayed, so you could hold them. Then if you are ordering online, you could compare the measurements of those that felt good in your hand to those you are considering ordering.
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Soory I can't help here. Since I have had the Andis for only 6 months, I have not had a need to change the blades yet. However, all literature indicate that its a fair simply process(?). Note: I recently purchased the Oster T-Blade fast Finisher Trimmer and am truly impressed. It blow away the Andis. The Andis Cordless is great for travel overseas (Europe - Italy, Spain, UK, Frnace) due to its dual voltage. However, for US and if you don't mind an electrical cord it blows it away. Oster is powerful, heavy duty motor, trims to .02 (00000), gets the job done"fast", little heavier than the Andis and cheaper (on Amazon). Soory I can't help here. Since I have had the Andis for only 6 months, I have not had a need to change the blades yet. However, all literature indicate that its a fair simply process(?). Note: I recently purchased the Oster T-Blade fast Finisher Trimmer and am truly impressed. It blow away the Andis. The Andis Cordless is great for travel overseas (Europe - Italy, Spain, UK, Frnace) due to its dual voltage. However, for US and if you don't mind an electrical cord it blows it away. Oster is powerful, heavy duty motor, trims to .02 (00000), gets the job done"fast", little heavier... » Read More Soory I can't help here. Since I have had the Andis for only 6 months, I have not had a need to change the blades yet. However, all literature indicate that its a fair simply process(?). Note: I recently purchased the Oster T-Blade fast Finisher Trimmer and am truly impressed. It blow away the Andis. The Andis Cordless is great for travel overseas (Europe - Italy, Spain, UK, Frnace) due to its dual voltage. However, for US and if you don't mind an electrical cord it blows it away. Oster is powerful, heavy duty motor, trims to .02 (00000), gets the job done"fast", little heavier than the Andis and cheaper (on Amazon). « Show Less