[Ansteorra-rapier] Blade dealers?

[Chris Zakes]

At 09:15 PM 11/14/2007, you wrote:

>I'm looking to get active again, and, for once, have disposable income.
>
>So, rapiers:
>
>Opinions, recommended dealers, delivery times?


I'll second the recommendation of Darkwood Armory 
http://darkwoodarmory.com/ for top-line stuff.

If you're looking for modern stuff (foils, epees, masks, etc.) I've 
always been satisfied with Zen 
Warrior  http://www.zenwarriorarmory.com/ (Zen is the 
historical/re-creationist side of Triplette.)

I *don't* recommend anything by Alchem--they have a history of 
playing fast-and-loose with the SCA's rules. I also recommend caution 
on Hanwei blades. They're made in China, so the prices are lower, but 
their quality control is also lower.

         -Tivar Moondragon