- published: 03 Sep 2015
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*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in)
Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in)
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper)
Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in)
Point of balance / center of gravity: 20.5 cm (8 in) from the guard
Weight: 744 g (1.64 lbs)
Blade material: Unknown high carbon steel
Hilt assembly: Pinned handle
Price: $211.50 at KoA (as of September 2015)
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very light sword with good handling characteristics
+ Sturdy blade
+ Affordable price, good quality for the money
+ Excellent cutter if properly sharpened
- Guard works itself loose due to loose fit, can cause the grip to crack
- Comes with a blunt factory blade, and KoA's sharpening service is underwhelming
- Nitpick: Unappealing, cheap looking lacquer on the guard and scabbard fittings
*** Verdict ***
Considering how much you normally need to spend on functional quality sword reproductions this is a lot of bang for the buck (or rather cut for the coin?). The blade holds up remarkably well to hard use and keeps an edge nicely once it's sharpened properly. The scimitar / shamshir handles pleasantly, being light enough for nimble movements but tip heavy enough for strong cuts.
The only major problem (aside from the blunt standard edge) is the hilt assembly. While the grip would normally be extremely strong due to the pinned construction, the guard should have a tighter fit to avoid working itself loose. After some abusive testing (cutting wood) it had started to wiggle enough to start damaging the wooden handle.
Overall if you don't intend to go crazy with it this is quite a nice sword, and an affordable functional reproduction that I can easily recommend.
*** Where to get it ***
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=500822&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
The tool I used to sharpen the edge:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfD1_gHpraw
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My favorite online store for buying swords (worldwide shipping):
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
Some recommended knife makers on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&bbn;=3222119011&camp;=1789&creative;=9325&fst;=as%3Aoff&keywords;=knife&linkCode;=ur2&qid;=1416693524&rh;=n%3A3375251%2Cn%3A706813011%2Cn%3A3222111011%2Cn%3A3222119011%2Ck%3Aknife%2Cp_89%3AKershaw%7CVictorinox%7CKa-Bar%7CMorakniv%7CTOPS%20Knives%7CColumbia%20River%20Knife%20%26%20Tool%7CBuck%20Knives%7CBenchmade%7CFallkniven%7CSpyderco%7CSOG%20Specialty%20Knives&rnid;=2528832011&tag;=skallagrim-20
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Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 97 cm / 38 in
Blade length: 73.5 cm / 28.5 in
Blade thickness: 4.6mm / 0.18 in
Weight: 1.562 kg / 3.44 lbs
Point of balance: 14 cm / 5.5 in
Blade material: 1075 high carbon steel, hardness: HRC 56 - 58
Handle material: Wood, with leather and wire wrap
Hilt assembly: Unknown
Price: 500 USD
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very good fit and finish
+ Strong and durable
+ Good overall blade geometry
+ Cuts well once properly sharpened
+ Customization options
- Not very lively in the hand (no distal taper)
- Abrasive handle, hand shock on hard impact
- Disappointing edge
*** Where to get it ***
https://sabersmith.com/product/scimitar/
If you want to buy the one in this video: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/-/162670820405?
I'm also currently selling the antique African axe I showed not long ago (going to get a functional reproduction of it for testing): http://www.ebay.ca/itm/162667457599?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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- published: 12 Sep 2017
- views: 128707
Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes his 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE on to someone else who can enjoy its quirks and charms. But after 21 years of dutiful ownership, there are no signs of that day arriving anytime soon.
An avid collector of the now-defunct marque’s memorabilia, Dave’s turned his home into an in-progress museum to all things Reliant; his Scimitar GTE (Gran Turismo Estate) was the first one he went to view, and though he has made a series of tasteful modifications to the 3.0L Ford Essex V6, it remains a fantastic example.
Though given the budget he would like to return the car to its original color and take care of a few bodywork imperfections, for the moment Dave, his wife, and the Scimitar—all of whom are turning 50 in 2019—are content traveling the English countryside together, and partaking in the occasional track day.
See the photoshoot and read more here: https://petro.li/ScimitarGallery
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- published: 04 Jun 2019
- views: 78221
Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured reconnaissance vehicle was developed by car manufacturer Alvis, who were asked to build a fast military vehicle that was light enough to be airdropped - simply not an option for full sized battle tanks at the time, which averaged around 13 tonnes.
Alvis got the weight down to under 8 tonnes by using a new type of aluminium alloy and minimising armour rating in favour of speed. They built the Scimitar around a 220 horsepower, six cylinder, 4.2 litre Jaguar sports car engine with ground-breaking transmission that allowed differential power to each set of tracks. The result was a a sports car of the the military world that might not be the toughest in the field, but could race it's way out of trouble at speeds of up to 70 miles an hour.
What makes it great: A revolutionary armoured vehicle that brought the very best of British sports car performance to the battlefield.
Time Warp: The Scimitar was the only armoured vehicle to be used by the British Army in the Falklands War.
This short film features Chris Barrie taking the Scimitar for a spin.
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- published: 19 Jan 2015
- views: 54525
The introduction to the Scimitar.
All credit goes to Paramount Pictures.
- published: 23 Sep 2016
- views: 523632
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Scimitar
A scimitar (/ˈsɪmᵻtər/ or /ˈsɪmᵻtɑːr/) is a backsword or sabre with a curved blade, originating in the Middle East.
The curved sword or "scimitar" was widespread throughout the Middle East from at least the Ottoman period, with early examples dating to Abbasid era (9th century) Khurasan. The type harks back to the makhaira type of antiquity, but the Arabic term saif is probably from the same source as Greek xiphos (the straight, double-edged sword of Greek antiquity). The Persian sword now called "shamshir" appears by the 12th century and was popularized in Persia by the early 16th century, and had "relatives" in Turkey (the kilij), and the Mughal Empire (the talwar).
Names
The name is thought to be derived from the Persian word shamshēr which literally means “paw claw,” due to its long, curved design. The word has been translated through many languages to end at scimitar. In the Early Middle Ages, the Turkic people of Central Asia came into contact with Middle Eastern civilizations through their shared Islamic faith. Turkic Ghilman slave-soldiers serving under the Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates introduced "kilij" type sabers to all of the other Middle Eastern cultures. Previously, Arabs and Persians used straight-bladed swords such as the earlier types of the Arab saif, takoba and kaskara.
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Saif (disambiguation)
A saif or scimitar is a kind of sword.
Saif may also refer to:
People with the name
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Review: Scimitar by Windlass Steelcrafts (with stress test)
*** Specifications *** Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in) Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in) Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper) Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in) Point of balance / center of gravity: 20.5 cm (8 in) from the guard Weight: 744 g (1.64 lbs) Blade material: Unknown high carbon steel Hilt assembly: Pinned handle Price: $211.50 at KoA (as of September 2015) *** Pros / Cons *** + Very light sword with good handling characteristics + Sturdy blade + Affordable price, good quality for the money + Excellent cutter if properly sharpened - Guard works itself loose due to loose fit, can cause the grip to crack - Comes with a blunt factory blade, and KoA's sharpening service is underwhelming - Nitpick: Unappealing, cheap looking lacquer on the guard and scabbard fittings *** Verdict *** ...
published: 03 Sep 2015 -
Review: Two-handed Scimitar by Sabersmith - Tough and Curvy!
Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ *** Specifications *** Overall length: 97 cm / 38 in Blade length: 73.5 cm / 28.5 in Blade thickness: 4.6mm / 0.18 in Weight: 1.562 kg / 3.44 lbs Point of balance: 14 cm / 5.5 in Blade material: 1075 high carbon steel, hardness: HRC 56 - 58 Handle material: Wood, with leather and wire wrap Hilt assembly: Unknown Price: 500 USD *** Pros / Cons *** + Very good fit and finish + Strong and durable + Good overall blade geometry + Cuts well once properly sharpened + Customization options - Not very lively in the hand (no distal taper) - Abrasive handle, hand shock on hard impact - Disappointing edge *** Where to get it *** https://sabersmith.com/product/scimitar/ If you want to buy the one in this video: htt...
published: 12 Sep 2017 -
1969 The Reliant Scimitar GTE : The Reliant
Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes his 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE on to someone else who can enjoy its quirks and charms. But after 21 years of dutiful ownership, there are no signs of that day arriving anytime soon. An avid collector of the now-defunct marque’s memorabilia, Dave’s turned his home into an in-progress museum to all things Reliant; his Scimitar GTE (Gran Turismo Estate) was the first one he went to view, and though he has made a series of tasteful modifications to the 3.0L Ford Essex V6, it remains a fantastic example. Though given the budget he would like to return the car to its original color and take care of a few bodywork imperfections, for the moment Dave, his wife, and the Scimitar—all of whom are turning 50 in 201...
published: 04 Jun 2019 -
What's the Greatest Machine of the 1980s...the FV107 Scimitar?
Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured reconnaissance vehicle was developed by car manufacturer Alvis, who were asked to build a fast military vehicle that was light enough to be airdropped - simply not an option for full sized battle tanks at the time, which averaged around 13 tonnes. Alvis got the weight down to under 8 tonnes by using a new type of aluminium alloy and minimising armour rating in favour of speed. They built the Scimitar around a 220 horsepower, six cylinder, 4.2 litre Jaguar sports car engine with ground-breaking transmission that allowed differential power to each set of tracks. The result was a a sports car of the the military world that might not be the toughest in the field, but could race it's way out of trouble at ...
published: 19 Jan 2015 -
Star Trek Nemesis - Scimitar Introduction "She's a predator"
The introduction to the Scimitar. All credit goes to Paramount Pictures.
published: 23 Sep 2016
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11:04
Review: Scimitar by Windlass Steelcrafts (with stress test)
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 11:04
- Uploaded Date: 03 Sep 2015
- views: 390308
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in)
Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in)
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper)
Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in)
Poin...
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in)
Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in)
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper)
Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in)
Point of balance / center of gravity: 20.5 cm (8 in) from the guard
Weight: 744 g (1.64 lbs)
Blade material: Unknown high carbon steel
Hilt assembly: Pinned handle
Price: $211.50 at KoA (as of September 2015)
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very light sword with good handling characteristics
+ Sturdy blade
+ Affordable price, good quality for the money
+ Excellent cutter if properly sharpened
- Guard works itself loose due to loose fit, can cause the grip to crack
- Comes with a blunt factory blade, and KoA's sharpening service is underwhelming
- Nitpick: Unappealing, cheap looking lacquer on the guard and scabbard fittings
*** Verdict ***
Considering how much you normally need to spend on functional quality sword reproductions this is a lot of bang for the buck (or rather cut for the coin?). The blade holds up remarkably well to hard use and keeps an edge nicely once it's sharpened properly. The scimitar / shamshir handles pleasantly, being light enough for nimble movements but tip heavy enough for strong cuts.
The only major problem (aside from the blunt standard edge) is the hilt assembly. While the grip would normally be extremely strong due to the pinned construction, the guard should have a tighter fit to avoid working itself loose. After some abusive testing (cutting wood) it had started to wiggle enough to start damaging the wooden handle.
Overall if you don't intend to go crazy with it this is quite a nice sword, and an affordable functional reproduction that I can easily recommend.
*** Where to get it ***
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=500822&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
The tool I used to sharpen the edge:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfD1_gHpraw
********************************************************************************
My favorite online store for buying swords (worldwide shipping):
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
Some recommended knife makers on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&bbn;=3222119011&camp;=1789&creative;=9325&fst;=as%3Aoff&keywords;=knife&linkCode;=ur2&qid;=1416693524&rh;=n%3A3375251%2Cn%3A706813011%2Cn%3A3222111011%2Cn%3A3222119011%2Ck%3Aknife%2Cp_89%3AKershaw%7CVictorinox%7CKa-Bar%7CMorakniv%7CTOPS%20Knives%7CColumbia%20River%20Knife%20%26%20Tool%7CBuck%20Knives%7CBenchmade%7CFallkniven%7CSpyderco%7CSOG%20Specialty%20Knives&rnid;=2528832011&tag;=skallagrim-20
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https://wn.com/Review_Scimitar_By_Windlass_Steelcrafts_(With_Stress_Test)
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in)
Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in)
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper)
Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in)
Point of balance / center of gravity: 20.5 cm (8 in) from the guard
Weight: 744 g (1.64 lbs)
Blade material: Unknown high carbon steel
Hilt assembly: Pinned handle
Price: $211.50 at KoA (as of September 2015)
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very light sword with good handling characteristics
+ Sturdy blade
+ Affordable price, good quality for the money
+ Excellent cutter if properly sharpened
- Guard works itself loose due to loose fit, can cause the grip to crack
- Comes with a blunt factory blade, and KoA's sharpening service is underwhelming
- Nitpick: Unappealing, cheap looking lacquer on the guard and scabbard fittings
*** Verdict ***
Considering how much you normally need to spend on functional quality sword reproductions this is a lot of bang for the buck (or rather cut for the coin?). The blade holds up remarkably well to hard use and keeps an edge nicely once it's sharpened properly. The scimitar / shamshir handles pleasantly, being light enough for nimble movements but tip heavy enough for strong cuts.
The only major problem (aside from the blunt standard edge) is the hilt assembly. While the grip would normally be extremely strong due to the pinned construction, the guard should have a tighter fit to avoid working itself loose. After some abusive testing (cutting wood) it had started to wiggle enough to start damaging the wooden handle.
Overall if you don't intend to go crazy with it this is quite a nice sword, and an affordable functional reproduction that I can easily recommend.
*** Where to get it ***
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=500822&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
The tool I used to sharpen the edge:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfD1_gHpraw
********************************************************************************
My favorite online store for buying swords (worldwide shipping):
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
Some recommended knife makers on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&bbn;=3222119011&camp;=1789&creative;=9325&fst;=as%3Aoff&keywords;=knife&linkCode;=ur2&qid;=1416693524&rh;=n%3A3375251%2Cn%3A706813011%2Cn%3A3222111011%2Cn%3A3222119011%2Ck%3Aknife%2Cp_89%3AKershaw%7CVictorinox%7CKa-Bar%7CMorakniv%7CTOPS%20Knives%7CColumbia%20River%20Knife%20%26%20Tool%7CBuck%20Knives%7CBenchmade%7CFallkniven%7CSpyderco%7CSOG%20Specialty%20Knives&rnid;=2528832011&tag;=skallagrim-20
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- published: 03 Sep 2015
- views: 390308
10:11
Review: Two-handed Scimitar by Sabersmith - Tough and Curvy!
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 10:11
- Uploaded Date: 12 Sep 2017
- views: 128707
Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 97 cm / 38 in
Blade length: 73.5 cm / 28...
Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 97 cm / 38 in
Blade length: 73.5 cm / 28.5 in
Blade thickness: 4.6mm / 0.18 in
Weight: 1.562 kg / 3.44 lbs
Point of balance: 14 cm / 5.5 in
Blade material: 1075 high carbon steel, hardness: HRC 56 - 58
Handle material: Wood, with leather and wire wrap
Hilt assembly: Unknown
Price: 500 USD
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very good fit and finish
+ Strong and durable
+ Good overall blade geometry
+ Cuts well once properly sharpened
+ Customization options
- Not very lively in the hand (no distal taper)
- Abrasive handle, hand shock on hard impact
- Disappointing edge
*** Where to get it ***
https://sabersmith.com/product/scimitar/
If you want to buy the one in this video: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/-/162670820405?
I'm also currently selling the antique African axe I showed not long ago (going to get a functional reproduction of it for testing): http://www.ebay.ca/itm/162667457599?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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My favorite online store for buying swords (worldwide shipping):
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
Channel-related shirts and other merch:
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Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 97 cm / 38 in
Blade length: 73.5 cm / 28.5 in
Blade thickness: 4.6mm / 0.18 in
Weight: 1.562 kg / 3.44 lbs
Point of balance: 14 cm / 5.5 in
Blade material: 1075 high carbon steel, hardness: HRC 56 - 58
Handle material: Wood, with leather and wire wrap
Hilt assembly: Unknown
Price: 500 USD
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very good fit and finish
+ Strong and durable
+ Good overall blade geometry
+ Cuts well once properly sharpened
+ Customization options
- Not very lively in the hand (no distal taper)
- Abrasive handle, hand shock on hard impact
- Disappointing edge
*** Where to get it ***
https://sabersmith.com/product/scimitar/
If you want to buy the one in this video: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/-/162670820405?
I'm also currently selling the antique African axe I showed not long ago (going to get a functional reproduction of it for testing): http://www.ebay.ca/itm/162667457599?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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My favorite online store for buying swords (worldwide shipping):
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
Channel-related shirts and other merch:
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- published: 12 Sep 2017
- views: 128707
7:14
1969 The Reliant Scimitar GTE : The Reliant
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 7:14
- Uploaded Date: 04 Jun 2019
- views: 78221
Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes his 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE on to someone else who can enjoy its quirk...
Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes his 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE on to someone else who can enjoy its quirks and charms. But after 21 years of dutiful ownership, there are no signs of that day arriving anytime soon.
An avid collector of the now-defunct marque’s memorabilia, Dave’s turned his home into an in-progress museum to all things Reliant; his Scimitar GTE (Gran Turismo Estate) was the first one he went to view, and though he has made a series of tasteful modifications to the 3.0L Ford Essex V6, it remains a fantastic example.
Though given the budget he would like to return the car to its original color and take care of a few bodywork imperfections, for the moment Dave, his wife, and the Scimitar—all of whom are turning 50 in 2019—are content traveling the English countryside together, and partaking in the occasional track day.
See the photoshoot and read more here: https://petro.li/ScimitarGallery
Drive Tastefully®
http://Petrolicious.com
http://facebook.com/Petrolicious
https://wn.com/1969_The_Reliant_Scimitar_Gte_The_Reliant
Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes his 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE on to someone else who can enjoy its quirks and charms. But after 21 years of dutiful ownership, there are no signs of that day arriving anytime soon.
An avid collector of the now-defunct marque’s memorabilia, Dave’s turned his home into an in-progress museum to all things Reliant; his Scimitar GTE (Gran Turismo Estate) was the first one he went to view, and though he has made a series of tasteful modifications to the 3.0L Ford Essex V6, it remains a fantastic example.
Though given the budget he would like to return the car to its original color and take care of a few bodywork imperfections, for the moment Dave, his wife, and the Scimitar—all of whom are turning 50 in 2019—are content traveling the English countryside together, and partaking in the occasional track day.
See the photoshoot and read more here: https://petro.li/ScimitarGallery
Drive Tastefully®
http://Petrolicious.com
http://facebook.com/Petrolicious
- published: 04 Jun 2019
- views: 78221
4:53
What's the Greatest Machine of the 1980s...the FV107 Scimitar?
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 4:53
- Uploaded Date: 19 Jan 2015
- views: 54525
Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured reconnaissance vehicle was developed by car manufacturer Alvis, who wer...
Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured reconnaissance vehicle was developed by car manufacturer Alvis, who were asked to build a fast military vehicle that was light enough to be airdropped - simply not an option for full sized battle tanks at the time, which averaged around 13 tonnes.
Alvis got the weight down to under 8 tonnes by using a new type of aluminium alloy and minimising armour rating in favour of speed. They built the Scimitar around a 220 horsepower, six cylinder, 4.2 litre Jaguar sports car engine with ground-breaking transmission that allowed differential power to each set of tracks. The result was a a sports car of the the military world that might not be the toughest in the field, but could race it's way out of trouble at speeds of up to 70 miles an hour.
What makes it great: A revolutionary armoured vehicle that brought the very best of British sports car performance to the battlefield.
Time Warp: The Scimitar was the only armoured vehicle to be used by the British Army in the Falklands War.
This short film features Chris Barrie taking the Scimitar for a spin.
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Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured reconnaissance vehicle was developed by car manufacturer Alvis, who were asked to build a fast military vehicle that was light enough to be airdropped - simply not an option for full sized battle tanks at the time, which averaged around 13 tonnes.
Alvis got the weight down to under 8 tonnes by using a new type of aluminium alloy and minimising armour rating in favour of speed. They built the Scimitar around a 220 horsepower, six cylinder, 4.2 litre Jaguar sports car engine with ground-breaking transmission that allowed differential power to each set of tracks. The result was a a sports car of the the military world that might not be the toughest in the field, but could race it's way out of trouble at speeds of up to 70 miles an hour.
What makes it great: A revolutionary armoured vehicle that brought the very best of British sports car performance to the battlefield.
Time Warp: The Scimitar was the only armoured vehicle to be used by the British Army in the Falklands War.
This short film features Chris Barrie taking the Scimitar for a spin.
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- published: 19 Jan 2015
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Star Trek Nemesis - Scimitar Introduction "She's a predator"
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The introduction to the Scimitar.
All credit goes to Paramount Pictures.
The introduction to the Scimitar.
All credit goes to Paramount Pictures.
https://wn.com/Star_Trek_Nemesis_Scimitar_Introduction_She's_A_Predator
The introduction to the Scimitar.
All credit goes to Paramount Pictures.
- published: 23 Sep 2016
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Review: Scimitar by Windlass Steelcrafts (with stress test)
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in)
Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in)
Blad...
published: 03 Sep 2015
Review: Scimitar by Windlass Steelcrafts (with stress test)
Review: Scimitar by Windlass Steelcrafts (with stress test)
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*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 91.5 cm (36 in)
Blade length: 78 cm (30.7 in)
Blade thickness: 4.5 mm (no distal taper)
Grip length: 9 cm ( 3.5 in)
Point of balance / center of gravity: 20.5 cm (8 in) from the guard
Weight: 744 g (1.64 lbs)
Blade material: Unknown high carbon steel
Hilt assembly: Pinned handle
Price: $211.50 at KoA (as of September 2015)
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very light sword with good handling characteristics
+ Sturdy blade
+ Affordable price, good quality for the money
+ Excellent cutter if properly sharpened
- Guard works itself loose due to loose fit, can cause the grip to crack
- Comes with a blunt factory blade, and KoA's sharpening service is underwhelming
- Nitpick: Unappealing, cheap looking lacquer on the guard and scabbard fittings
*** Verdict ***
Considering how much you normally need to spend on functional quality sword reproductions this is a lot of bang for the buck (or rather cut for the coin?). The blade holds up remarkably well to hard use and keeps an edge nicely once it's sharpened properly. The scimitar / shamshir handles pleasantly, being light enough for nimble movements but tip heavy enough for strong cuts.
The only major problem (aside from the blunt standard edge) is the hilt assembly. While the grip would normally be extremely strong due to the pinned construction, the guard should have a tighter fit to avoid working itself loose. After some abusive testing (cutting wood) it had started to wiggle enough to start damaging the wooden handle.
Overall if you don't intend to go crazy with it this is quite a nice sword, and an affordable functional reproduction that I can easily recommend.
*** Where to get it ***
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=500822&afid;=28632&tm;=14&im;=1
The tool I used to sharpen the edge:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfD1_gHpraw
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Review: Two-handed Scimitar by Sabersmith - Tough and Curvy!
Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ
*** Specif...
published: 12 Sep 2017
Review: Two-handed Scimitar by Sabersmith - Tough and Curvy!
Review: Two-handed Scimitar by Sabersmith - Tough and Curvy!
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Unboxing / First Impression video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYKtr-ZKhQ
*** Specifications ***
Overall length: 97 cm / 38 in
Blade length: 73.5 cm / 28.5 in
Blade thickness: 4.6mm / 0.18 in
Weight: 1.562 kg / 3.44 lbs
Point of balance: 14 cm / 5.5 in
Blade material: 1075 high carbon steel, hardness: HRC 56 - 58
Handle material: Wood, with leather and wire wrap
Hilt assembly: Unknown
Price: 500 USD
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Very good fit and finish
+ Strong and durable
+ Good overall blade geometry
+ Cuts well once properly sharpened
+ Customization options
- Not very lively in the hand (no distal taper)
- Abrasive handle, hand shock on hard impact
- Disappointing edge
*** Where to get it ***
https://sabersmith.com/product/scimitar/
If you want to buy the one in this video: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/-/162670820405?
I'm also currently selling the antique African axe I showed not long ago (going to get a functional reproduction of it for testing): http://www.ebay.ca/itm/162667457599?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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1969 The Reliant Scimitar GTE : The Reliant
Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes hi...
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1969 The Reliant Scimitar GTE : The Reliant
1969 The Reliant Scimitar GTE : The Reliant
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Dave Poole says that the day he gets fed up with driving will be the day that he passes his 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE on to someone else who can enjoy its quirks and charms. But after 21 years of dutiful ownership, there are no signs of that day arriving anytime soon.
An avid collector of the now-defunct marque’s memorabilia, Dave’s turned his home into an in-progress museum to all things Reliant; his Scimitar GTE (Gran Turismo Estate) was the first one he went to view, and though he has made a series of tasteful modifications to the 3.0L Ford Essex V6, it remains a fantastic example.
Though given the budget he would like to return the car to its original color and take care of a few bodywork imperfections, for the moment Dave, his wife, and the Scimitar—all of whom are turning 50 in 2019—are content traveling the English countryside together, and partaking in the occasional track day.
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What's the Greatest Machine of the 1980s...the FV107 Scimitar?
Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured r...
published: 19 Jan 2015
What's the Greatest Machine of the 1980s...the FV107 Scimitar?
What's the Greatest Machine of the 1980s...the FV107 Scimitar?
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Light, agile and very fast on all types of terrain, the fabulous Scimitar FV107 armoured reconnaissance vehicle was developed by car manufacturer Alvis, who were asked to build a fast military vehicle that was light enough to be airdropped - simply not an option for full sized battle tanks at the time, which averaged around 13 tonnes.
Alvis got the weight down to under 8 tonnes by using a new type of aluminium alloy and minimising armour rating in favour of speed. They built the Scimitar around a 220 horsepower, six cylinder, 4.2 litre Jaguar sports car engine with ground-breaking transmission that allowed differential power to each set of tracks. The result was a a sports car of the the military world that might not be the toughest in the field, but could race it's way out of trouble at speeds of up to 70 miles an hour.
What makes it great: A revolutionary armoured vehicle that brought the very best of British sports car performance to the battlefield.
Time Warp: The Scimitar was the only armoured vehicle to be used by the British Army in the Falklands War.
This short film features Chris Barrie taking the Scimitar for a spin.
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Star Trek Nemesis - Scimitar Introduction "She's a predator"
The introduction to the Scimitar.
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published: 23 Sep 2016
Star Trek Nemesis - Scimitar Introduction "She's a predator"
Star Trek Nemesis - Scimitar Introduction "She's a predator"
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The introduction to the Scimitar.
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Scimitar
A scimitar (/ˈsɪmᵻtər/ or /ˈsɪmᵻtɑːr/) is a backsword or sabre with a curved blade, originating in the Middle East.
The curved sword or "scimitar" was widespread throughout the Middle East from at least the Ottoman period, with early examples dating to Abbasid era (9th century) Khurasan. The type harks back to the makhaira type of antiquity, but the Arabic term saif is probably from the same source as Greek xiphos (the straight, double-edged sword of Greek antiquity). The Persian sword now called "shamshir" appears by the 12th century and was popularized in Persia by the early 16th century, and had "relatives" in Turkey (the kilij), and the Mughal Empire (the talwar).
Names
The name is thought to be derived from the Persian word shamshēr which literally means “paw claw,” due to its long, curved design. The word has been translated through many languages to end at scimitar. In the Early Middle Ages, the Turkic people of Central Asia came into contact with Middle Eastern civilizations through their shared Islamic faith. Turkic Ghilman slave-soldiers serving under the Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates introduced "kilij" type sabers to all of the other Middle Eastern cultures. Previously, Arabs and Persians used straight-bladed swords such as the earlier types of the Arab saif, takoba and kaskara.
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