I'm looking for a bellydance sword. Did anyone buy this for that purpose? Did it work well?
905139
I have little to no knowledge of belly dancing, besides the fact that when I do dance...my belly also dances. BUT... that being said, this sword is well made, solid. I wouldn't go sword fighting with it, but for show it is great. Also, it is heavy, if you are looking for a smaller lighter blade to easily swing around for a while, this will not work. You want something big and wicked looking, this is your blade.
905140
It balances sideways and not blade skyward, as we need to belly dance balance with. The answer is no... it won't work. Your best bet is to look for a Kilij or Talwar prop (or if you can afford it, antique) sword. Both of these are generally balanced for fighting and point skyward when put on your head. I use an antique Talwar schimitar in my set and have for over 10 years and it balances perfectly. I hope this helps! On review of this sword, its BEAUTIFUL. I'm so glad I added it to my collection!
905141
I got it for a costume piece. I don't think it will work for a belly dance sword because it's very big and heavy. It is not balanced at all. It is very heavy towards the tip where it tapers and is about six inches wide.
585797
This frog not hold a katana sheath as it is meant to hold a sword with a basket or cross-hilt. I haven't tried it, but I would guess that the katana sheath would slide out of this frog. There are particular frogs specifically for a katana sheath. I'd check them out first. I've used this frog twice with my full-tang sword (used in jousting/ swordplay) and it is just OK for that one. A wooden sword would work better.
1581208
Sorry, this sword doesn't match the product number you are looking for. Hope you find the right one!
2252321
It's a display piece. I wouldn't recommend LARPing with it or anything like that. Cosplay is fine, if you can get a custom sheath for the sword. Otherwise mount it on the wall and enjoy.
31826
This sword could possibly work. I don't think it'll bend if pressed against something unless pressure is put on it. Then again I'm sure you're not gonna be stabbing anyone haha. But yeah I think it'll be a great sword for any kind of competition. Good luck.
1540826
I only got it for costume wear, but it is a solid metal sword. I suppose you could spar with it if you wanted to.
496631
The sword I received was in good condition, but the inside of the sheath was covered in some kind of wax that made it difficult to pull the sword out and got the blade dirty every time I sheathed it. I would suggest putting the sheath upside down next to a heater if you do decide to buy it, I did that and the 'wax' went away. The sword is fine though.
863386
why are you guys and gals saying this is a great item when you can not take it to anime cons (metal blades never allowed) and it is not a well made sword? so what is so great about spending 60 or 70 bucks for something that is neither useable for a cosplay piece or for real? It would appear that you spent the money, knew it was a piece of junk when it arrived but tried to justify your purchase somehow by saying it was awesome even tho you got ripped off. Buying cheap swords for no purpose, except it looks like the anime, is pointless imo. But you bought it so, you have to live with it, sorry to hear you got burned but glad others gave a fair warning not to buy this version. why are you guys and gals saying this is a great item when you can not take it to anime cons (metal blades never allowed) and it is not a well made sword? so what is so great about spending 60 or 70 bucks for something that is neither useable for a cosplay piece or for real? It would appear that you spent the money, knew it was a piece of junk when it arrived but tried to justify your purchase somehow by saying it was awesome even tho you got ripped off. Buying cheap swords for no purpose, except it looks like the anime, is pointless imo. But you bought it so, you have to live with it,... » Read More why are you guys and gals saying this is a great item when you can not take it to anime cons (metal blades never allowed) and it is not a well made sword? so what is so great about spending 60 or 70 bucks for something that is neither useable for a cosplay piece or for real? It would appear that you spent the money, knew it was a piece of junk when it arrived but tried to justify your purchase somehow by saying it was awesome even tho you got ripped off. Buying cheap swords for no purpose, except it looks like the anime, is pointless imo. But you bought it so, you have to live with it, sorry to hear you got burned but glad others gave a fair warning not to buy this version. « Show Less
280068
no,if you want a sword to cut this isnt the one, its just ornament (a really cool one though)if you want a sword to fight with this is what you want to look for: sharpness, carbon steel (stainless is really brittle and breaks easily), and a full tang ( meaning the steel of the blade goes through the handle all the way (like when you see a kitchen knifes handle being metal sandwitched by two pieces of plastic to make the grip comfortable))sry for the late response
1244938
No the sheath that came with the sword is cheap and usless. I suggest either reinforce the sheath with better threads or make a sheath of your own
1547963
If you just want a prop, it's fine. It is also a good practice sword for Tae Kwon Do. It doesn't come with a scabbard, and it doesn't look real up close
220345
It would take a long time. The sword isn't that sharp and the scabbard material is quite tough. Plus the entry slot to the scabbard has a metal guard so the sword hits metal on the way in and out. I suppose if you face a real onslaught of Mirkwood spiders or waves of Orcs it might eventually wear out but otherwise don't worry about it.
1394711
My long sword is to light at the grip. But, I believe unless you fill the pommel and grip with metal, the material is not giving you any more. Still a good thing for basic training, If you are more advanced use the real thing.
1727942
Nope. This was not a good quality sword. I bought four, and they weren't even the same length. There isn't anything for the belt to catch on. I would go with a higher quality.
881615
Its good for deep hacking and damage. It is a sword between 8-10 pounds and although isn't crazy sharp due to the weight an wedge like blade style will go deeply in logs and other hard surfaces. If you are not carful the blade at the hilt will bend.
929207
Don't risk breaking a 170$ sword, it's a wall hanger/display piece. To put it frankly it does have some "value", but that ceases when you damage it (and it will get damaged in fact), furthermore you don't want it to be sharp, that will just make handling it awkward and potentially dangerous for kids or house guests who find it interesting. If you want a sword you can use you have to buy a sword you can use, and this isn't it.
1470967
No! It is strickly a dress sword and becomes loose and unreliable in actual stage or competition duels. I was very disappointed. They look great...but quickly fall apart. dale