Sword Newb Makes First Two Purchases

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Boss Hogg

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Title basically says it all, but…

I did some online research, and decided that I wanted a kreigsmesser. Unfortunately, there aren’t a ton of quality choices out there, and the Albion Knecht seemed like among the best. Unfortunately, it’s expensive and no longer sold. So, I looked around, and saw that Cold Steel makes a new version of one, looked at a few reviews that were favorable, and decided to take the plunge.

When I got it, I was very happy, but I decided that I also wanted a one handed sword…but didn’t know where to start. After a series of YouTube videos, I ended up learning about LK Chen. And that led me to purchase a Snow Peak Jian.

So, I now have two swords that I think are pretty good, and I dig how they look and feel in hand, but I have absolutely no idea what to do with them. Maybe I made some silly purchases, but they do make me happy every time I pick them up.

Can anyone suggest some good online resources as to learn something about sword handling, practicing, etc?

Feel free to let me know if you think I made unwise decisions, and what might have been better choices. Again, I barely know anything about swords compared to most of you.

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Most people just cut stuff like water bottles, old melons or rolled up tatami mats. You could try finding a HEMA group near you. They practice sword stuff and medieval combat. Nice swords, I wish my first swords were as good as these.
 
SimplyMinded said:
Most people just cut stuff like water bottles, old melons or rolled up tatami mats. You could try finding a HEMA group near you. They practice sword stuff and medieval combat. Nice swords, I wish my first swords were as good as these.
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Ah - HEMA sounds like fun. I’ll check to see if there’s a group near me. Thanks for the idea.

I have cut a few water bottles with the Cold Steel, but I feel like it would be good to be taught how to properly stand, hold the sword, etc.

Well, I never bought a sword when I was younger, and I always wanted one. So I figured that I should at least get something somewhat decent in my older age. I probably would have got a katana at the mall when I was a kid.
 
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