Holiday Gifts for a Sword Collector
Christmas Day is just around the corner in less than three weeks to go. If you haven’t started buying gifts for your loved ones, it’s not yet too late to start Christmas gift hunting. You might be one of those people who don’t have the time and patience to spend long hours at the mall to look for the perfect Christmas gift. Think of giving an unusual Christmas gift in the form of swords for sword collectors. A sword is a unique and unusual gift making the recipient feel been admired in an outstanding way. It delivers a message that you spent much thought on how you came up with your special and unique gift. Read on to find ideas and suggestions in a holiday gift guide of collectible swords and sword-inspired novelty items conveniently compiled from www.amazon.com.
Swords: An Artist Devotion (Hardcover)
This 94-pages book is written by Ben Boos. Here is a celebration of swords and swordsmen that spans time and place - from ancient warriors such as Beowulf to medieval knights; from stealthy ninja and samurai to legendary maidens of war. Illustrated with breathtaking intricacy, SWORDS reflects the passion of a true devotee, offering lavish background details on design and use as well as exquisite spreads showcasing specimens in all their shining glory. Brave men and women have taken up the sword since ages of old, and a fascination with this formidable weapon grips dedicated followers to this day.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Swords and Sabers
Read this 256 pages book which features many fascinating weapons, including Napoleonic swords. Cavalry sabers, American pole arms, the rapier and the naval cutlass at a price of $ 23.10.
The Japanese Sword: A Comprehensive Guide (Japanese Arts Library) (Hardcover)
This volume, containing color and black-and-white plates, has been prepared as an introduction to the history and appreciation of the Japanese sword. Its author, until his death in 1978, was one of Japan’s foremost sword experts, and his wide knowledge is here brought to bear on every aspect of sword lore, including forging techniques and problems of appraisal. Looking over the 1,500 years of sword history in Japan, Kanzan Sato notes how the major developments-the shift from the early straight blades to the tachi, which were longer curved blades slung edge downwards at the waist, to the familiar daishō pair of short and long swords worn by samurai until modern times-were the result of both technical innovation and changed fighting techniques. He examines the various fashions in sword mounts and the at times precious, highly decorated work of the smiths who specialized in sword guards, or tsuba, during the Momoyama and Edo periods.
Japanese Antique Warrior Samurai Katana Sword Set
Here is a sword that really impresses. In this case, this Japanese antique Warrior Samurai Katana Sword set is the whole package a well-balanced blade, solid tang construction, leather sage-o, and a stainless steel blade. This sword comes in a set of three, the Katana, Wakizashi and Tanto. They’re all perfectly made with a 440 mirror polish stainless steel. The scabbard is in brown with the sage-o is brown wrapped cord over two of the metal fittings and ending with two leather-carrying straps. The guard is very detailed with a Dragon and two warriors. The Handle is also wrapped in brown cord with the pommel decorated. This set comes with a 3 piece sword stand.
Antique Brass Sword Cane
Modern technology combines with precision manufacturing to create a never before seen sword cane. The handle is constructed from an elegant antique brass that has a wonderful finish. The 15 1/2 inch elegant stainless steel blade screws securely into the black aluminum shaft. Measures 34 1/2 inches overall.
Black Cord Wrapped Boken Daito Wood Practice Sword
Unlike most poorly manufactured and shoddy wooden practice katanas, this sword brings to both stability and practicality. With a comfortable cord wrapped handle and sturdy construction, this practice sword will last through many rigorous training sessions. Guard and no longer includes oversized rubber band brace, now ships with normal style rubber band brace, not pictured. If you are going to practice, why not use a practice sword that feels and grips like a real sword?
Hattori Hanzo Kill Bill Samurai Katana Sword Devil Bill
Here is an affordable sword from the movie Kill Bill. Don’t pay $75 or more for this sword, buy it on Amazon and save! This movie replica sword from the Kill Bill movies is the one of the hottest selling movie replica swords. Its popularity is due the fact Bill’s Demon symbol is actually carved into the scabbard, just like the movie!
Dance Sword, Stainless Steel
A Dance sword of Middle East of origin is made available at a value price of $71.93. This collectible sword is of handcrafted quality with a 30-day return policy.
Imagine the look on your loved one’s face upon opening and revealing a collectible sword as a Christmas gift. It will sure please a sword collector and sword enthusiasts alike. Engage in an adventure of hunting for the right sword for your loved one 18 years old above or however the law requires in your country. The advantage of the internet is that it supplies you with a wide array of gift items at a competitive price. Take advantage of savings you can enjoy for swords sold online on reputable resellers such as on Amazon. Happy shopping!
December 08 2008 03:57 am | antique swords