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Posted: **Wed Nov 19, 2008 5:07 pm**

Thought it would be worth mentioning that Windlass' MR site was recently updated with a new look, so check it out if you are a fan of their products. They also have quite a few things on special, as well as many new products and product lines that haven't really been discussed on this forum. Iron Man, Marvel, Assassins Creed, Tudors, and even a Star Wars line, though no SW products have been released yet.

While I'm not really a fan of any of the licensed products or the movies/shows/games that they come from, I must admit the assassins creed stuff looks pretty cool, as well as the sword from the Tudors. Anyways, feel free to share what you might be interested in.

Posted: **Sat Nov 29, 2008 8:18 pm**

Oh don't worry...i noticed! *cough *cough
Actually...i also thought some of the Assassins Creed weapons were pretty cool - just too bad that the "extension knife" is illegal in Canada....

The two things caught my attention right away are:

1) The Sword of the Viking King
http://museumreplicas.com/p-688-sword-o ... -king.aspx
I'm just loving the overall look of this piece, just wished that they produced it with a pattern welded blade as well..i mean, after all, it is for a Viking KING... This one's up there, but i'm still liking the Hanwei Godfred Viking sword more (in similar price range).

2) Sacred Treasures
http://museumreplicas.com/c-92-sacred-treasures.aspx
Not a huge fan of the two they have at the moment...but this line will definitely be one to keep an eye on...

Posted: **Sun Nov 30, 2008 9:37 pm**

Ahh yes, I saw those as well. While I can't say I'm interest in any of the 3 swords, I do like the path MR is going with the Viking King. It's always nice to have a decent scabbard and belt included, and I hope we see them produce more sets like this one. And while I'm interested to see what other swords they will produce in the sacred treasures, I don't see this line going very far. Despite the fact that everyones spending their money a little more carfully these days, these $3,000.00 blades are being produced by a company with a reputation for creating budget functional swords.

Posted: **Wed Dec 03, 2008 1:33 pm**

Good points Grima.
Sacred Treasures - true, it will be quite difficult for a company like MRL/Windlass, speacializing in the, usually, sub $300-400 range, to start a new line of high end blades right at $3000...maybe a slight increase overtime would have been a better idea? Either way, the one aspect i think they have going for them, is they type of swords they're reproducing. I mean, not only are they blades i don't think i've seen reproduced before, but also swords belonging to recognizable names as opposed to another "museum replica". Just wondering what number 3 will be....

Assassin's Creed - has anyone seen the "Sword of Altair" upclose yet? Even handled it? One of my friends is thinking about buying one...any feedback would be great!

Posted: **Sat Mar 07, 2009 6:09 pm**

Just a short update, for the past week or two MR has been posting a "deal of the day." A selected product's price is cut in half for that one day, and there has been plenty of good bargains so far. If your interested, you can find the deal on their main page.

Posted: **Sat Mar 21, 2009 5:47 am**

Oh..i've noticed...but i've been strong...lol.
The 3 i have been eyeing - "Late Roman Sword", "Rhone Valley Sword", and "Venetian Sword"... However, the Venetian is not the time period i'm currently into (just looks like a nice sword for the price). The Roman and Rhone - i've only read negative reviews on...but to be fair, none were 1st hand / hands-on reviews... Anyone seen these 3 swords in person?? Or any opinions/thoughts on them??

How about you Grima? Which items have you been drooling over??

Posted: **Mon Mar 23, 2009 2:26 am**

Only one is the Cruciform sword, might end up picking that up. Other than that, not a lot of their line up has caught my eye, and they are a little slow in bringing in new swords.

Of your three, the Venetian is probably my favorite, It has an interesting look. Than again I'm not partial to the Roman type broad sword style of the other two. I have to mention though that it is nice to see a certain TV celebrity take time from his busy schedule to pass his... verdict on the "Late Roman sword." It's nice to read an... honorable review that isn't too... judgmental. He certainly doesn't seem to... object to this sword, there is no need to... cross examine his... testimony. The... jury is out, and the piece definitely... warrants a second look. It would be a... felony not to pick it up.

And I'm done.

Posted: **Tue Apr 14, 2009 12:17 pm**

Sorry to double post, but Museum Replicas has update their site with a few pages of new items, although there is only a couple swords. A lot of promising stuff, a really cool looking fantasy sword named "blacksword", some pirate stuff (I like, although it's mostly women's gear, and I'm not the type that cross dresses (unless I'm holding a fancy rapier, but that's another story in another thread)), and the spear of destiny. They have also added a lot of Weta's Laser guns, maybe there's some kinda partnership starting? You can find it all located in their convenient "new products" page. Any thoughts on their new stuff?

By the way, did anyone understand my joke from my last post, or was it just too stupid to comment on? See, the guy who reviewed the sword was named Judge Joe Brown, like the T.V. judge.

Posted: **Tue Apr 14, 2009 12:23 pm**

I caught the reference, a good one, but after i clicked the link to that site... i didnt come back to this one... and by now, I had forgotten... sorry

but it was a good joke/reference

Posted: **Tue Apr 21, 2009 9:52 am**

LoL - sorry Grima,
I forgot i haven't replied in this thread for some time...but t'was a good reference good Sir!

On two other notes - I do think MRL is teaming up with other companies. I see they also have added a bunch of Hanwei Japanese swords too...hhmm...
In terms of the new new stuff - check this baby out:
http://www.museumreplicas.com/p-875-edi ... ymore.aspx

Posted: **Thu Apr 23, 2009 9:12 am**

Thanks a lot Blade and Jash, I didn't mean to make a big deal about it. Heck, I posted it at 6:30 in the mourning thinking it was hilarious, then wondering later if it wasn't such an obvious joke and everyone just thought I was an idiot (which I know you all do anyways, regardless of that joke

).

Anyways, that claymore is certainly very odd, and according to the description, was thought to have belonged to Robert the Bruce, although later dis proven by carbon dating. Guess there was some e xp erimental sword smiths back then.

Posted: **Mon Apr 27, 2009 9:15 am**

hmm,hehe this is a weard conversasion ??.but whot do you think about my new idea,got a littel dream about getting this sword http://www.arn-swords.com/swords/ulvbanes-sword.aspx it is e xp ensive ,but albion seems to have sold all ther viking swords.so this sword might be an opsion .

Posted: **Sat May 23, 2009 11:30 am**

[quote=""Grima Wormtongue""]Guess there was some e xp erimental sword smiths back then.[/quote]

And now too...
Check out the latest addition to the MRL website:
http://www.museumreplicas.com/c-105-sample-room.aspx
Very smart i'd say - sell off the highly limited products that were thrown into storage!

Posted: **Wed Jul 15, 2009 10:33 am**

From Museum Replica's Blog

We are proud to announce our latest partnership with Paramount Pictures! We have secured the license for props and clothing/costumes from the classic Braveheart and Sleepy Hollow hits. Yes, we know a few things have drifted out through the years, but you'd be surprised when you do your homework how, ah, not entirely accurate they are in either design, materials or both.

If you want what Mel Gibson, Johnny Depp or Christina Ricci really wore (in the movie that is) you'll get it here. Plus Simon Atherton, the prop armorer who did the set work for Braveheart, has worked hand-in-hand with us to make our sword the best and most definitive version available. FREEDOM!

We didn't fully realize how cool all the outfits were in these movies and we couldn't wait to get our hands on this project. The Sleepy Hollow items are great for Victorian and Steampunk as well. Coming late 2009. Don't make me send the headless horseman after you, just buy the stuff alright?

San Diego:
If you didn't get your ticket for Comic Con in San Diego July 22-26 this year you can't get it now either. It sold out ages ago, but at least let me tell you what you would have seen if you could go:

MARVEL - Tony Stark's RT unit (light-up "heart"), his Iron Man 03 helmet and Hugh Jackman's incredible leather motorcycle jacket & dog tag from X-1. Each replica made absolutely real, in authentic materials and cool as $#$%^!

STAR WARS - fully approved outfits for pre-sale, yep they'll see their debut. Imperial Officers (green & black), Obi-wan, Luke, Padme and some teases as well.

CONAN - our newest polyurethane armor and weapons made specifically for the greatest barbarian of all time! The first, one and only officially licensed Conan set endorsed by the Robert E. Howard Estate. Whooooooo!

Posted: **Wed Jul 15, 2009 11:22 am**

Wow it's good to see them carrying more Japanese Paul Chen blades. I think previously they only listed the Practical katana on their site. Now they got the main classic series and a few others. Not baaad prices either. Kinda average.

Posted: **Sun Feb 28, 2010 5:32 pm**

As of Feb 23rd:

"2 new old licenses were reacquired by us and we're proud to have the classic Gladiator and LOTR licenses back where they belong. Clothing, armor, LARP is all on the way this year."

Posted: **Mon Mar 01, 2010 2:23 am**

Good to hear! Be interesting to see what type of stuff they come out with... Boromir's shield (crosses fingers!)

Posted: **Tue Mar 02, 2010 3:36 pm**

That would be one nice addition! I just hope they don't go fully LARP like they're currently doing for 'Conan'...

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