naeblis
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« Reply #105 on: September 17, 2018, 06:51:15 PM » |
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I actually weigh the Spectre and compare it weight to other popular US sabers in my video review of it: http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=39585.0Compared to many of the US sabers, this thing is a beast and is twice as heavy as the Prophecy for example. The prophecy is considerably smaller, though...so that makes sense. I have the Dark Prophecy, and there is quite a bit of difference in overall feel. I used to fight with broadswords so the overall feel of the Spectre is really good for me....Emperor's hand as well.
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Stone37
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« Reply #106 on: September 17, 2018, 07:03:33 PM » |
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The prophecy is considerably smaller, though...so that makes sense. I have the Dark Prophecy, and there is quite a bit of difference in overall feel. I used to fight with broadswords so the overall feel of the Spectre is really good for me....Emperor's hand as well.
I agree! I have practiced and competed in Iaido for over 20 years. The Katana is lighter than an English broadsword, but is still has very real weight to it. This is what I love about the Spectre. It has the weight of an actual sword.
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« Reply #107 on: September 17, 2018, 07:06:35 PM » |
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After seeing one a few of the first videos on it, I was expecting it to be too big, but I am perfectly happy with the Spectre. We got 2 one with the etching for myself and my son has one in the black. They're both beautiful.
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TR-77477
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« Reply #108 on: September 17, 2018, 11:54:32 PM » |
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Well done TR, I have to ask, how did you get that shroud off? The only way I see is to somehow remove the electrical pins. Any suggestions on how to do it? -1
The electrical pins are pressure fit into the hilt. To remove them I heated up the hilt so that the aluminum would expand more than a Pin. Then worked the pin out I will be putting it back in the same way.
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DarthBoneTD
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« Reply #109 on: September 18, 2018, 12:14:06 AM » |
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Very interesting and informative, I'm going to give it a whirl this weekend. Thanks for the advice -1
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bigBear
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« Reply #110 on: September 18, 2018, 01:16:21 AM » |
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Yeah it is nowhere near the weight of a Mantis or Malice those are some monsters (but I do like them), I think it is around the same weight class as a Guardian or Emperor's hand. To me it is a comfortable weight that gives that real weapon feel like my Reaper. Of course blade grade and length can vary how it overall feels. I think I would personally go with a midgrade 32" blade for a Spectre but that is just me.
HA, Malik I was just writing this response when I saw yours, I agree completely very similar to the Emperor's hand type with this Spectre!
yes, I own the malice and everyone in group calls it "the beast" mantis don't compare in weight. so still heavy weight champ the Malice! lol
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Chance
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« Reply #111 on: September 24, 2018, 04:04:27 AM » |
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I really want this to be my next saber..... Gorgeous.
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hazard502
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« Reply #112 on: September 24, 2018, 05:09:57 AM » |
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A big shout out to you guys who've given quality feedback about this lightsaber - size, weight, and usability. And backed by some training and experience with other weapons. Kudos to you guys and thanks.
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Kazuto
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« Reply #113 on: September 26, 2018, 06:15:22 AM » |
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Just a thought on the product, when you think of the Spectre what color blade comes to mind?
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« Reply #114 on: September 26, 2018, 11:17:54 AM » |
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Just a thought on the product, when you think of the Spectre what color blade comes to mind?
Just for me, it's either AB or SY when I think of the Spectre. How about yourself, Kazuto?
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« Reply #115 on: September 26, 2018, 03:29:45 PM » |
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I got it in SRD with AB FOC with V4 sound on my wishlist.
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Infinit01
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« Reply #116 on: September 26, 2018, 03:34:29 PM » |
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I got it in SRD with AB FOC with V4 sound on my wishlist.
SRD with AB FoC is one of my favorite combos. I look forward to seeing it when you buy it.
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Kazuto
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« Reply #117 on: September 26, 2018, 05:56:13 PM » |
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Just for me, it's either AB or SY when I think of the Spectre. How about yourself, Kazuto?
I was thinking DVA, or SY but I haven't been sure, I'm saving SB for my butcher cause I think the blue and silver one with AB would be very Ravenclawy.
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Malik Thanewulf
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« Reply #118 on: September 26, 2018, 06:45:54 PM » |
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My Spectre is in DVA, and I have to say, it is pretty cool. With a 32 in blade, it is perfectly balanced. It's also very comfortable to spin and wield, especially when I use a heavier strike against an opponent. I do feel like I have a real sword in my hands. If you're thinking about getting it, stop thinking about it and go for it.
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digitalsithlord
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« Reply #119 on: September 26, 2018, 08:25:42 PM » |
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I picked one of these up at DragonCon this year and will say I was pleasantly surprised that it was not as bulky as it seems to be in online pics. I went with the basic, no windows or tech engravings, with my first every Arctic Blue blade with silver FOC. The tech engraving was just too aggressive for my taste, but I absolutely love this hilt. As stated earlier, this does feel like somewhat of a sword in the hands and the handguard is a nice addition. I also was fortunate enough to get the angled box activation switch and not the square. This was a purchase I did not think I was going to make until I saw it. It did not have a recharge port, which I still want, so I will have to send it back in. I did LOVE that this came with both a D-ring and cover-tech wheel on the hilt. This saber could absolutely be Jedi or Sith easily. I love my set-up and I love the plain black grip area of the hilt as well. Sometimes plain is just fine. This is a awesome lightsaber that I will highly recommend that you get, you will NOT regret it that is for sure!
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