kBob
Member
This current thread on an Odd Fellows ceremonial sword got me wondering.
What about the Cadet Swords used by the academies and places like The Citadel and VMI?
I have seen and handled a few and the blades seem to return to true when bent or twisted a bit and they have a good bit more heft than Odd Fellows or KoC swords and some Masonic swords I have seen.
The hilts and guards of these military school swords do appear to be cast on however.
They gave more of a clang than a thump when improperly played with.
I once witnessed one actually used for a sword. Straight through and though thrust. Yes, the 'victim' did need serious attitude adjustment.
The swords used for the "Junior Sword Drill" at The Citadel were in the past handed down and most had the handles worn smooth by use by that Honor Society. it gave them a completely different feel from the normal Cadet officers swords. Something to do with blood sweat and tears no doubt.
-kBob
What about the Cadet Swords used by the academies and places like The Citadel and VMI?
I have seen and handled a few and the blades seem to return to true when bent or twisted a bit and they have a good bit more heft than Odd Fellows or KoC swords and some Masonic swords I have seen.
The hilts and guards of these military school swords do appear to be cast on however.
They gave more of a clang than a thump when improperly played with.
I once witnessed one actually used for a sword. Straight through and though thrust. Yes, the 'victim' did need serious attitude adjustment.
The swords used for the "Junior Sword Drill" at The Citadel were in the past handed down and most had the handles worn smooth by use by that Honor Society. it gave them a completely different feel from the normal Cadet officers swords. Something to do with blood sweat and tears no doubt.
-kBob