Cold Steel Training Sword - Made of High-Impact Polypropylene, Black

Weight: just over 2# on my kitchen scale. Considering historical arming swords were ~2.5-3# this is reasonable for approximating metal sword use. The blade is thick which makes it sturdy but slower to swing and the point of balance is farther forward than a metal sword. The sword has a sharp point on it that makes thrusting maneuvers dangerous but that can be remedied with some sanding or filing. Overall this is a good training tool and can facilitate fun backyard activity for exercise or to whack your buddy (in a safe manner). You're not likely going to use this in any organized tournament activity, so accept it for what it is.

I totally love this practice sword. I have the real thing as well and it’s comparable in most aspects. However, the real thing is a little bit lighter and has better tip control. However the heavier weight helps to build muscle so that the real thing feels even lighter. It’s extremely durable, solid and well built and I would definitely buy it again, as a matter of fact I think I might buy another one so I can spar with friends. The only thing I don’t like about it is the blade is a little thick in my estimation, but this isn’t a big deal.

This is a really cool sword. It feels durable and not like cheap plastic. There are plenty of other reviews that say the balance is pretty bad. I was a bit skeptical that the balance being off was that much of a detriment to the speed you can swing it at. A bit bummed to say, those points were correct. It's feels quite top heavy, so I can't swing this around at the lightning speed (or at least decent speed that doesn't look too telegraphed lol) I was expecting. It definitely feels like you should be two-handing this (which you could by using the pommel), but at that point; I would probably opt for the Cold Steel hand-and-a-half sword since that has a longer grip. This just doesn't feel like a one-handed sword even though that's what the grip is long enough for. I especially recommend a two handed variant if you've got bad wrists. If you're looking for something that feels light enough to swing that doesn't feel like somewhat of a bludgeon, this probably isn't for you. If you want something that's more akin to a light strength workout while swinging a sword, it's quite good. P.s. If your having trouble getting the rubber ring on nearing the cross guard like i was, just have the sword laying angled with the pommel facing you while you sit down, and keep pushing. It's doable, I promise. Lol :)

Swords are heavier than real ones which makes it perfect for training! Edges are nice and round and the tip is slightly sharp. Item assembly is easy, just push the cross guard down and secure with the rubber grommet. You will need padding and armor if you don’t want to get hurt as these are heavy duty. Item is perfect for what I need!

These training swords are a great practice tool. They are heavy and are good for grip and arm strengthening. These swords are great for doing all types of sword work. The edge is rounded and will not seriously injure training partners when used. The tip is a bit sharp but can be rounded using sandpaper or a file with no trouble. This sword is very durable. It chewed my friend's wooden bokken to bits with no damage to itself. I spent half an hour beating a metal sign post to death it without sustaining any damage. If you have a training partner with one of these, blade work is satisfying. Contact is solid and meaningful. when you get hit you will know. It is a bit blade heavy but I imagine that can be remedied easily enough.

I purchased this sword for some fun swordplay with my kids, and let me tell you, it's been an absolute hit! The first thing that struck me was the realistic feel and size of the sword. My kids were over the moon when they held it for the first time – they couldn't believe how authentic it felt. Despite its initial plastic appearance, this sword is incredibly sturdy and durable. I was pleasantly surprised by its robust construction; it's practically unbreakable! Having gone through numerous wood and plastic swords in the past, I was concerned about durability. However, this sword has surpassed all expectations. It's been through countless play sessions and still looks as good as new. Safety is always a top priority, so we use a hay dummy for practice rather than engaging in direct combat. This ensures that the kids can have fun without any risk of injury. Not only has this sword provided endless entertainment for my kids, but now they all want one of their own! It's great to see them having so much fun while staying safe. Overall, I highly recommend this sword for anyone looking for a durable, realistic, and safe option for swordplay with kids. It's a purchase that's brought us hours of joy and excitement, and I'm sure it will continue to do so for years to come.

For the price this is an excellent beginner trainer. The weight is more than a real sword. The balance point is too far down the blade. The length is too long (but one can cut it down and shape it if they have the time). These downsides are actually upsides: - The weight will gain your strength so working with a real sword will be easy (and safer). - The extended balance point makes it unwieldy so it is hard to control, building up your grip and forcing you to learn stance and balance - The longer length is ideal for taller people, but can be cut and shaped to fit smaller people This is something you can give a new recruit to swing around to get a feel of a sword and build strength. This is a bit more like a baseball bat when you add the weighted rings. The upsides are: - Durable - Easy to assemble and stays assembled - Grip is properly shaped for edge alignment - No burrs or hard sharp lines to dig into your hand I would not recommend sparring with this unless you had proper hard shelled hand protection. The weight and rigidity will easily break fingers.

I ordered this sword with the intent of sparring with my younger brother who had already purchased a Cold Steel Gladius trainer and have yet to be disappointed with the quality and strength of the sword. Firstly this sword is much larger than expected which, while not a bad thing, means that it swings much slower and harder than a short sword style trainer, encouraging the user to change tactics when sparring with someone using a short sword or axe. The sword is large enough to be used with one hand on the grip and another on the pommel or can be used, albeit with less control, with single hand, a method that works marginally better in conjunction with a shield. Secondly this sword is built out of what can only be described as a plastic like iron and is solid throughout including the detachable hand stop.. It will leave small cuts if it strikes a relatively sharp edge (Metal shield edge) and when smashing a cinder block the edge tends to get a bit roughed up, however I would hardly call that "Common use". Lastly the weight of these swords is a bit heavier than any wood or plastic training swords I have sparred with. Unfortunately both swords are not balanced with the point of balance a good 6 in. from the hilt. Be warned the tip is actually sharp enough to do some real damage but is fairly easy to dull. In short Pros: Built like a rock Good weight for a trainer Modeled off of classic Arming Sword and works well for strength training Cons: Unbalanced Point is sharp enough to actually hurt someone If you are looking for a solidly built sword for sparring or for strength training you would be hard pressed to find a better sword! SargeSon

I have the two handed version of this sword by the same maker, and this weighs almost as much. No word of a lie, it's thick and solid, meant to handle some pretty vigorous sparring sessions. It's good and heavy, so if you're like me (skinny wrists and forearms) expect a workout when practicing with it. Overall, this is a solidly built practice sword, which looks like it's designed to take a lot of punishment. (Or dish it out, so be careful if you're doing two person drills or free sparring)

La verdad pensé que era mas plana, pero es mas bien como ovalada, lo que resulta mejor porque puede resistir mas los golpes. Por el precio es una buena compra, la recomiendo completamente.

Tiene más empaque que las típicas espadas de plástico de disfraces, sin que metas en problemas por llevar una espada de verdad. No obstante está pésimamente equilibrada (supongo que podría mejorarse con un inserto de plomo o wolframio en el pomo), por lo que dudo que sea buena opción como arma de entrenamiento en esgrima histórica.

柄側が妙なくらい軽く、刀身側が重く作られているため、 重心が先端に寄っており、手に持った時点で違和感があります。 振り抜いてみても、重心が遠いのでやっぱり違和感……。 切り返しの動作をすると、重い刀身に振り回される形で 手首を傷める恐れがあります。 両手持ちならば、と思っても柄が短く、柄頭の飾りが邪魔をして 左手を添えることができませんし、仮に柄頭を握って扱う場合でも 重心がおかしいことには変わらないため、トレーニングには不向きです。

Mein Sohn (13) übt damit seine Kampfabläufe ein. Klappt sehr gut. Für ihn ist das Schwert gut ausbalanciert. Auch der Knauf stört nicht allzu sehr. Er hat allerdings auch noch recht schmale Hände. Das Schwert ist robust. Aber nicht zum kämpfen geeignet. Dafür haben wir es auch nicht gekauft. Zum Schaukampf einüben (Abläufe) eignet es sich m.E. aber recht gut.