How far is the balance point from the hilt?
582752
Hi there, the balance point of my blade is +- 6 inches down the blade, measured from the tsuba.
582753
What do you mean by "balance point"? This is not a term my sensei has ever used.
366290
i checked from the center of the knives' overall length and found that when balanced at that point the throwers each fell toward the handle meaning the design is HANDLE HEAVY. after repeat testing i found the balance point to be between 1/8th and 1/4 inch closer to the handle side than blade side. the uneven distribution of weight and the non-traditional shape means the knife behaves a little differently than the typical thrower but it is easy to get used to and in my opinion gives them unique character, which is fun.
1983703
one blade is 26 inches long from tip to hilt the other is 18 inches tip to hilt.
917481
It's probably about a foot tall to the top of the light saber. 9 inches to the top of his head. I did not measure it - it is buried in my son's room somewhere! - that is approximate...hope it's helpful!
303653
1.25 inches at the hilt, tapering to 1 inch just before it rakes up. Good knife!
322018
Well the Sword has a two handed hilt that's roughly about 14 to 15 inches long . And is about 55 inches long overall it's a very big sword . It's very well-made and is a very nice sword definitely worth the money .
837049
36" hilt to tip, 48" overall out of sheath, 1 3/4" wide at base of blade (hilt), gradually tapering to 1/2" at tip where the last inch quickly tapers to a fine point.
582217
Don't worry my main man, its not flimsy. And its beefy at the hilt and then narrows and finally beefs up at the tip. Pretty sleek and sturdy though. Takes EFFORT to bend it, my main man.
1324247
The Gladius is considered a "short sword" it si not to be mistaken for a midevil long sword. The blade is about 22 inches give or take. The sword as a whole is about 29 inches (31 with the hilt). Its is a bit heavy and takes time getting used to. this tye of sword is not designed for dueling. It was customaruily used with a shield. if your looking for a dueling sword go witha rapier Epee or midevil longsword. But if your looking for a nice Wall hanger or Role play sword this Should be a great bet. Over all I found this to be a wonderful sword and It makes a great addition to my wall.I should add the blade is about 2 to 3 inches thick at its widest point The Gladius is considered a "short sword" it si not to be mistaken for a midevil long sword. The blade is about 22 inches give or take. The sword as a whole is about 29 inches (31 with the hilt). Its is a bit heavy and takes time getting used to. this tye of sword is not designed for dueling. It was customaruily used with a shield. if your looking for a dueling sword go witha rapier Epee or midevil longsword. But if your looking for a nice Wall hanger or Role play sword this Should be a great bet. Over all I found this to be a wonderful sword and It makes a great addition to my... » Read More The Gladius is considered a "short sword" it si not to be mistaken for a midevil long sword. The blade is about 22 inches give or take. The sword as a whole is about 29 inches (31 with the hilt). Its is a bit heavy and takes time getting used to. this tye of sword is not designed for dueling. It was customaruily used with a shield. if your looking for a dueling sword go witha rapier Epee or midevil longsword. But if your looking for a nice Wall hanger or Role play sword this Should be a great bet. Over all I found this to be a wonderful sword and It makes a great addition to my wall.I should add the blade is about 2 to 3 inches thick at its widest point « Show Less
1627583
No. The handle is comprised of high impact polypropylene mounted with six screws, that's the weak point. If you're going to throw it place your hand up to the hilt/halfway up the handle. Good luck!
762118
About 6 to 7 inches. The handle has length. But the blade is not well balanced with the handle. But still a nicely made sword
333461
The balance is good. As far as a numerical measurement of weight goes I can't say, but it is definitely not as heavy as a real katana.
2224546
A bit flexible at the tip to give that water sound. I have short arms so I cut bout 2 inches from the tip and that stiffened the sword up considerably. This is NOT a combat blade.
145047
Air Force has swords? Sorry, but Yes, 20" would likely be lost in this. 20", really? Less than 2 ft is more like a dagger?! You're sure you measured correctly?
2053961
Since the blade can be inserted in several ways, you can get about an inch from the wall in the side ways position. In the normal position it would be about 1 1/2 inches from the wall.
2090976
This in not full tang. Mine separated from the hilt today (after about 2 month's worth of use). There was about a half inch insert at the end of the blade that connects to the handle.
1340571
Unfortunately I personally don't think so, it's slightly Flimsy, be careful of the protruding hilt sides, there is no support there and mine broke off.More of a display kind of thing but you can still fight with it.