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  KOREAN SECTION SWORDS LIST
A tiger pattern was carved on the body of the sword in which 27 letters were craved on one side and the Phoenix and 28 constellations were carved at the other side.
The sword guard was carved using a Yeonhwamun and the end of the hilt was a type of Wundu.
The sword guard was fabricated using bronze in a circular shape in which a tiger was carved in relief on the front and back sides.
www.arscives.com /historysteel/korean.swordlist.htm   (2142 words)

  
  Sword
Sword (from Old English sweord, cognate to Old High German Schwert, literally "wounding tool" from a Proto-Indo-European root *swer- "to wound, to hurt") is a term for a long edged weapon, fundamentally consisting of a blade, usually with two edges for striking and cutting, a point for thrusting, and a hilt for gripping.
The Japanese samurai sword, or Katana, Tachi and Nodachi
Durandal - Sword of Roland, one of Charlemagne's knights
www.dejavu.org /cgi-bin/get.cgi?ver=93&url=http%3A%2F%2Farticles.gourt.com%2F%3Farticle%3Dsword%26type%3Den   (3385 words)

  
 Medieval Western Swords and Daggers
The sword is classically styled, with a cruciform hilt, wheel pommel and a ridged-and-fullered blade that is both stiff and surprisingly light.
The single-hand Lionheart Sword is typical of the cruciform-hilt style of the crusading knights of Europe in the 12th and 13th centuries.
This well balanced sword may be wielded single-handed or hand-and-a-half style and would (and perhaps did!) give an excellent accounting of itself in the field of battle by Edward III of England.
www.replicaswordshop.com /category_s/1.htm   (503 words)

  
 Brewer, E. Cobham. Dictionary of Phrase & Fable. Sword-makers.
The three swords made by this cutler were Flamberge (2 syl.) and Joyeuse for Charlemagne; and Hauteclaire for Closamont.
Æron-diht), the sword of Launce-lot of the Lake.
The sword of Antony, one of the triumvirs.
www.bartleby.com /81/16144.html   (401 words)

  
 Sword information - Search.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
The sword often functions as a symbol of masculinity and particularly -since its form lends itself to this, especially in erect position- as a phallic symbol of virility.
Sword of Gou Jian, a historical artifact from the Spring and Autumn Period.
Durandal Sword of Roland, one of Charlemagne's knights.
c10-ss-1-lb.cnet.com /reference/Sword?redir=1   (3417 words)

  
 High Quality Swords on Sale
When shopping for a sword it is important to understand the differences between display and battle-ready (also known as functional) swords.
Swords crafted for decorative display purposes are commonly crafted out of stainless steel.
Japanese swords, medieval swords, and Civil War swords are just a few of the choices available to you.
www.allswords.com   (622 words)

  
 CONTINENTAL SOUTHEAST ASIA SWORDS LIST
This kind of sword is referred to as a "story dha," because the blade decoration typically depicts a story from Burmese folklore, or a Buddhist Jataka.
One of the standard characters in the Burmese puppet theater, the Warrior carries a sword of dha form, and wears a war hat and coat of a form typical in both old Burma and old Thailand.
One of the standard characters in the Burmese puppet theater, the King carries a short, straight sword of an ancient form associated with royalty.
www.arscives.com /historysteel/continentalsea.swordlist.htm   (1392 words)

  
 Toledo swords, sabers and medieval armours
Toledo swords, for centuries, when the issue of a fight depended not only on the personal ability of the fighter, but also on another decisive factor - the perfection of his weapon - with Toledo swords exceptional steel were forged the most terrible arms in the world.
Due to their fame, these Toledo swords were choosen by Hannibal for his army and the Roman legions, defeated by those weapons, adopted them later and supplied their centurions with the dread Toledan swords blades.
Even Japanese Samurai were aware of the existence of Toledo swords steel as it had been introduced by the Spanish merchants that followed the steps of the Spanish and Portuguese Jesuits.
www.aceros-de-hispania.com /toledo-swords.htm   (856 words)

  
 The Shapes of Medieval Swords
Swords from the medieval Period went through some wonderful changes as the tools and technology of metal working changed.
ALthough this type of sword came in many versions and shapes the shape I have drawn here is the typical styling of a Roman Centurion sword.
There are many many different shapes of swords and they changed radically over the centuries as the needs of combat changed and the technology of metalworking changed.
medieval.stormthecastle.com /sword-shapes-over-the-centuries.htm   (654 words)

  
 Swords ||| [TDL]
When I was younger, I was a rabid fan of the Thundercats cartoon, and broke countless plastic swords in the process of acting out the role of Lion-O. have a book filled with sketches from my youth of designs and drawings of swords and blades of all sorts.
I picked up my first sword at the age of 11 and since then it's been an endeavor of mine to establish a formidable collection.
Other swords only appearing in dreams of my future collection are a 17th century flamberge rapier, a Scottish basket hilt, a hanger (so sue me, I like hangers), a nice kukri, and generally any authentic Japanese blades including tachis, katanas, wakazashis, and hopefully someday a full daisho.
www.geocities.com /amtgard101/swords.htm   (425 words)

  
 Lord of the Rings Swords
Witchking, the sword carried by the leader of the Ringwraiths, is featured in the "Lord of the Rings Trilogy" United has meticulously reproduced the actual prop sword.
United Cutlery's next adult collectible reproduction sword featured in the "Lord of the Rings" films is the Sword of the Ringwraiths,Ringwraiths, also called Dark Riders, or the Nazgul, are the shadow servants of Sauron.
The Ringwraith's sword was built by armourers of the dark land of Mordor, under the command of their evil master Sauron.
www.allswords.com /lord_of_the_rings_swords_s/16.htm   (1525 words)

  
 Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland web design & development firms on The Firm List
This list of web design firms located in Swords, Ireland is not a complete list, rather it is just the firms that have either been submitted or found by the editor.
Listings are geographically organized and should consist only of firms offering web design and/or development services.
If a firm no longer exists, is listed in the wrong location, or if it is not a new media firm, please feel free to email me.
www.firmlist.com /ireland/dublin/swords.phtml   (221 words)

  
 300 Movie Swords
We are proud to offer you these 300 movie swords which are fully licensed and exact replicas of the swords from the movie.
Swords of Might is proud to offer swords and related high quality merchandise to discriminating collectors around the globe.
All images are properties of swords of might.
www.swordsofmight.com /index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=62   (198 words)

  
 To The Hilt - Swords and Accessories - Musketeer Sword
Light, sleek and supple, this Spanish sword is a reproduction of those used in duelling.
False edged swords have a distinct edge, but the edge is dulled a few millimeters to make it less sharp.
swords, lord of the rings, lotr, historical, fantasy, samurai, movies, re-enactment, daggers, medieval, celtic, roman, mythical, accessories, weapons.
www.tothehilt.co.uk /products/details.asp?prodID=27&filterName=   (104 words)

  
 Attacks spark sword ban - National - www.theage.com.au
Swords will be banned in Victoria under new laws to be introduced from July.
Police Minister Andre Haermeyer today said owners of swords, which are currently listed as controlled weapons, would have to hand them into police or sell them to a dealer under the new laws.
The move to list the swords as prohibited weapons comes following a string of incidents involving them, a state government spokesman said.
www.theage.com.au /articles/2004/03/08/1078594279264.html   (324 words)

  
 Sword Forum International   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
If sword makers do not respond to your inquiry, it is likely that it is not a project they want to pick up for the aforementioned reasons, or your price expectation cannot be met, or your sword concept is unrealistic.
The second version is the "Sword of the Dragon" by Marto of Spain and is by nature a decorative sword of 420 stainless steel, not intended for combat, and was used in seaons 2-6 of the series.
The other is a special limited edition entitled "The Sword of Kings" as an exclusive by Albion Armorers (http://www.albionarmorers.com/) made by Ian MacAllen and is the most attractive and well-constructed to date, intended for decoration and not combat.
SwordForum.Com / - !http://swordforum.com/sfu/primer/movieswords.html   (1872 words)

  
 Collectible Swords and Daggers
This unique sword with its protective haft design features a brass handle and gold tassel and a wood case with brass decoration.
The sensational design of this dragon sword mirrors the undulating shape of the beast for which it was named.
A cavalry sword replica masterfully recreated in stainless steel with a handle of brass and fl leather.
www.dndgifts.org /default.asp?dept_id=3520&nopopup=1   (406 words)

  
 By the Sword - Medieval Swords, Clothing, and Armour   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
The basket hilt sword was a later version of the claymore and if you want Scottish clothing we have all kinds including kilts.
A list of the swords we sell can be summarized into the following list: Roman swords, Viking sword, Celtic swords, Norman swords, German swords, Italian swords, English swords, European swords, medieval swords, swords from the renaissance, and Japanese swords or katanas.
We deal in live steel swords for varied users who might wish to have their swords sharp, or blunted (rebated) for sword fighting.
www.by-the-sword.com /new/index.html   (2295 words)

  
 Collectible Swords and Daggers
A cavalry sword replica masterfully recreated in stainless steel with a handle of brass and fl leather.
This unique sword with its protective haft design features a brass handle and gold tassel and a wood case with brass decoration.
The sensational design of this dragon sword mirrors the undulating shape of the beast for which it was named.
www.tamkengifts.com /default.asp?dept_id=3520&nopopup=1   (463 words)

  
 Rauru's Return - Zelda Starts Here - Swords List
The sword that is given to you by your dying Uncle in Hyrule Castle Dungeons.
This sword is given to you as a reward for finding all of the fairies in a dungeon.
Four Sword is the sword that will kill Vaati and allow Hyrule to regain it's peace.
www.raurusreturn.net /encyclopaedia-of-hyrule/quest-for-knowledge/swords-list.html   (684 words)

  
 Toledo historic swords and fantasy swords.
The sword of phantoms in The Lord of the Rings.
The sword of orcos in The Lord of the Rings.
The sword of king Theoden in The Lord of the Rings.
www.aceros-de-hispania.com /swords-knives.html   (655 words)

  
 Blademasters Wholesale - Wholesale Knives Swords and Daggers Movie Swords Military Swords
A superb recreation of the historical Tachi sword developed centuries ago because of the desire to wield a weapon...
Japanese swords such as these were designed with extra long handles so the Samurai Warrior could use both hands for gripping power...
This classic hardwood sword is perfect for the martial art trainee or to perfect the professional Stretches 34" overall.
www.blademasterswholesale.com /category_s/19.htm   (351 words)

  
 Steve Mariner's Swords & Sorcery Page
Swords & Sorcery is a game designed by Greg Costikyan, developed by Eric Goldberg, and published by SPI in 1978; when SPI fell circa 1982, TSR bought them out and republished the game with new cover art on the box.
When TSR was bought out by Wizards of the Coast, the game remained out of print and Greg has reaquired the rights to the game.
Swords & Sorcery is simply one of the most enjoyable games I've ever played.
home.earthlink.net /~marinersk/sns.htm   (570 words)

  
 Swords   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
Early swords were made of solid bronze or copper ; these were hard, but quite brittle.
ยท Katana and Tachi - Japanese samurai swords -
While a rigid classification is not feasible, the latter is usually referred to as a kind of chopping sword.
home.comcast.net /~sylvanarrow/swords.htm   (716 words)

  
 Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Our Firm | K&E in the News | Surveys
The survey, which ranks firms by the number of patent cases they brought and defended in 2002, used CourtLink to collect docket information and then asked firms to supplement the data.
Kirkland is ranked first on the "Swords" list (plaintiff firms) with 23 cases and third on the "Shields" (defense firms) list with 26 cases, for an impressive overall total of 49 cases.
Kirkland is one of four firms mentioned on both the Swords list and the Shields list.
www.kirkland.com /ourFirm/newsListDetail.aspx?H4AssetID=1123328120&type=Surveys   (133 words)

  
 Swords Wholesale
Real Japanese swords also have a tang (the part of the blade that goes into the handle) that is made as part of the blade, not a length of steel welded on afterwards (called a "rat tail" tang).
There are two versions of this sword - a more traditional but rather plain looking one and another that uses a lot of brown suede and has an almost surreal "cowboy" quality to it...
In fact, many of my friends who aren't sword nuts are able to effortlessly cut a plastic water bottle filled with water so easily that they swore that they missed (until the water comes gushing out over their feet that is).
www.mrcheckout.net /article1219.html   (1070 words)

  
 Karate Accessories Price List - swords   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
Double-Bladed Sword - $32.95 Named after the infamous Ronin, the rogue masterless samurai warriors, this full tang blade is constructed of one-piece, tempered 420 stainless steel with a coated non-glare, fl finish, and the grips are traditionally hand-wrapped and tied with fl nylon cord.
Molotoch - The Slayer Sword - $99.95 The Eighth Sword in the Swords of the Ancients Collection.
Molotoch is the eighth sword, and the most deadly of the Swords of the Ancients, for it gives the user boundless skill and speed, as well as great focused rage to beat down an enemy.
karatebee.com /swords.html   (604 words)

  
 Buick Yip - Wing Chun Butterfly Swords
These swords are 2-in-1 swords meaning they fit together in the same case.
This means your hands can get a little better grip on the handles over the pure 2-in-1 swords where the blades meet as well and you only have 1/2 a handle.
These swords cannot be flipped easily if your lineage needs to flip the sword around.
www.everythingwingchun.com /Buick-Yip-Wing-Chun-Butterfly-Swords-p/by20.htm   (297 words)

  
 Wing Chun Butterfly Swords - Bot Jarm Do
The handles are slightly curved so you hold the sword correctly, and the quillion is large enough that most people can flip the swords, which most lineages do as well.
These swords are the exact same as the normal swords execpt the tip had been widened to made these swords more for chopping rather than stabbing, as they are used this way by most Wing Chun lineages...
These sword carring cases are super durable with a double layer of canvas, re-enforced stitching, and a heavy duty zipper at top.
www.everythingwingchun.com /wing-chun-butterfly-swords-bart-jarm-do-s/35.htm   (406 words)

  
 Secret society and fraternal organizations SWORDS, a complete list.
A complete listing of SWORDS issued by secret society, fraternal organizations and fraternal orders with abbreviations; with slogans and mottos.
Imported swords were marked with the country of origin after 1893.
Swords reported, but may be Knights of St. George.
www.exonumia.com /art/swords.htm   (746 words)

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