Ollin Sword Design

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QUESTIONS Do you have information on recommendations sword care? Are your swords functional? What kind of steel do you use? What Rockwell measurement are your blades generally hardened to? What kind of edges are put on your blades? Is sharpening available? Are the swords you produce balanced?
ANSWERS Do you have information on recommendations sword care? We do! The link below will take you to a PDF file of OlliN’s Recommended Arms Care documentation, which is sent out as hard copy with every order. Feel free to down load this electronic copy for reference or records. Recommended Arms Care

*Are your swords functional?* Our swords and arms are by all definitions, functional. Every sword is constructed with using high carbon steel that is shaped and heat treated for strength and flexibility. Each blade uses a full tang ensure the greatest durability. We cannot speak to how our swords might be used by an individual once they have purchased an OlliN sword nor can we speak to their knowledge and skill level of sword play. This is why our site disclaimer is written as each piece is intended for display. This should not detract from the ability to use the swords as they were originally meant to be used. Each piece is carefully designed and assembled to ensure a quality sword that is durable and will last a long time, from point to pommel.

*What kind of steel do you use?* In gerneral we use 1/4" 1075 or 5160 steel to start most projects. We have and will use other steels and sizes to fit the needs for custom orders.

*What Rockwell measurement are your blades generally hardened to?* Generally, the swords are heat treated around 50-55 HRC, which makes for a nice balance between edge retention and flexibility of the blade.

What kind of edges are put on your blades? The edges are as varied as the many designs. The cross-sections of each piece is different and therefore call for different edge geometries, from complete lenticular to diamond with an edge bevel. Some do not have an edge, but the main bevels are ground down enough to allow for fairly easy addition of an edge bevel. For custom orders, the edge is entirely up to the customer's vision for the piece..

*Is sharpening available?* Most blades that leave the shop are not sharp. Shapening is available on request and sometimes for an additional fee.

*Are the swords you produce balanced?* Balance is an aspect that is taken into account throughout the entire design and manufacturing process of each sword. Every part of a sword effects the "feel" and how it balances, and for this reason, the pieces are constantly handled to make sure it feels right in the hand. No matter how extreme the blade design, the finished piece will always feel good in the hand.

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