Mastercraft
Modular weapons are the ultimate in realistic swords and sacrifice
nothing in the way of versatility. Still completely interchangable,
even with the standard Modular weapons, these incredibly lightweight
and realistic looking weapons require a great deal of expertise
to make successfully and are also a much more dangerous weapon
if not weilded correctly. I would NEVER put a mastercrafted
weapon in the hands of a beginner or anyone who has the tendecy
to get carried away in battle and crank their sword back like
a baseball bat! With the old-style three chambered weapons one
could slam an opponent full force and not cause any damage,
but a mastercrafted weapon is much more of a professional quality
weapon and requires the subtly of a mature fighter who can control
the strength of their swing and not flail the weapon about.
Mastercraft Modular
Swords
Cost: Medium to High
Safety: Fair
Looks: Excellent (see below)
Excellent Realism!!
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Great Compression!! |
I find mastercrafted to be the best when it comes to swords
as they can be drawn from a leather belt with ease, still have
a full inch of compression on both sides of the core and have
speed that is unmatched. If you have mastered all the other
weapons on this site and are looking for a challenge to take
you to the next level, this is it. The process is not long,
but very tedious and exacting. Any mistakes can make the sword
too dangerous and illegal. The directions must be followed to
the letter, as every step ensures that the weapon will be both
effective and safe. Do not skimp anywhere thinking that your
mistakes will be covered up later by the tape. In a master craft
sword, every contoure of the foam adds to the realism and look
of it and must be considered. After all, if you wanted something
easy, just make a standard broadsword .
Mastercraft Modular Swords-
What You Will Need:
1) 2 1/2' long piece of Fiberglass Rod (Electric Fence Pole)
2) 8" piece of 1/2" schedule 40 PVC pipe.
3) 3 feet of 1"X1" dense block foam (not hard
but tough)
4) 9" of the above in a 2"X1" format.
5) 3 feet of 2"x1" high compression block foam
(softer stuff)
6) Block Foam, about 3"X3"X1" should do.
7) 6" square of Celephane.
8) 1' of 3/4" thin wall PVC pipe, the 200 class.
9) 1 Roll of 300 mil duct tape
10) 1 sheet rock screw, 1/2" long
11) Leather
12) Foam Glue |
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