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Pros: Overall Quality, Sheath/Scabbard, Usable
Cons: Finish
Surprisingly maneuverable.
The ascetics drew me to this sword but the weight made me doubt. It turns out to be very maneuverable and the complex guard is very balancing. I suggest a thread lock gel be used on the pommel if you plan to cut with it, I also removedo the black blade finish (I prefer to polish and oil rather then depend on a "rust resistant finish"). It's a great longsword on the "large" end of the scale imo.