Museum Replicas Blog

Robin Hood - coming soon!

2010-03-12T16:32:00.004-05:00

Rise and rise again, until lambs become lions!
Wish I thought of that. Now this is the version we've been waiting for- Robin Hood at his grittiest best and actors who look the part. Click here to see the latest trailer and try not to get excited, go on, we dare ya.

http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810077954/trailer

Our first wave of props and clothing will center around the obvious - Robin and Marian, plus a few wrinkles thrown in. Then we'll see what happens, but the pieces we've had the good fortune to work with are magnificent and we're proud to bring them to you as seen and used on screen.

Now all you men in tights get moving looting King John, you'll want what we're bringing and coin of the Realm would be appreciated.
-RC

Who's a geek?

2010-03-09T10:02:00.004-05:00

We are!
Thought you'd getta kick out of our staff and the stuff that we personally geek out for. See you're not the only one. Our staff goes for almost anything from these properties, characters or people (in private of course...)

Ally (IT)- Steampunk
Les (IT)- LARP
Nirmal (IT)- Michael Jackson
Brandi (wholesale)- Wolverine
Terry (catalog)- Captain America
Travis (showroom)- Zorro
Bobby (shop monkey)- Thundercats
Dave (marketing)- James Bond, Troy, Star Wars
RC (licensing & dist)- James Bond, Phantom, the new Star Trek

Yes, we're all adults and doing the responsible thing of teaching our children all about our likes so the next gen gets screwed up too. Hey, you won't do it. Of course there's so much more that we love, but that gives you an idea. We're more alike than you thought aren't we?

-RC

I'm Back!

2010-03-03T11:43:00.002-05:00

Like a bad penny, I always turn up. Well we just came back from Montreal, which is really nice this time of year...if you're a polar bear, meeting with Bollywoods biggest and brightest- no kidding. A new project we'll tell you about soon. If you get a chance to head North to Montreal, check out the hockey and the Indian restaurant Devi on Crescent. Praveen runs a nice place with great food, good prices and portions. The staff was terrific too. They know their way around Indian spices.

NEWS
You're going to have increased access to our product lines through stores like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Design Toscano, Toys r us and more. We love that you visit us and are grateful for your patronage, but we also realize the convenience of multiple shopping points and hope you appreciate the ease you'll be able to get our cool items.

MOVIES
We see behind the magic of many great productions and it can ruin some of the excitement or build it. Some movies coming soon we can't wait to see:

Clash of the Titans
Robin Hood
Iron Man 2
Harry Potter
Avatar (again)

SHIPPING
The Obi and Luke robes plus Imperial Officer hats will be shipping. Anakin's robe will closely follow.

PRODUCTS COMING SOON
- Steampunk gadgets, gizmo's, clothing and accessories. We're your HQ for Victorian Sci-fi.
- Marvel Nick Fury ID wallet set- includes ID's, leather wallet and badge. It's no toy, we only do government issue. You can be an agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.!
- Braveheart full outfits made from the screen used pieces- own the real thing as worn on set.
- Robin Hood swords, clothing, armor and more. Rob from the rich and buy our stuff. Well maybe not, but your pennies will be served well here rather than into nasty King John's tax coffer.

Enjoy.
-RC

Updates and Other News

2010-02-23T16:47:00.003-05:00

Well now who likes to travel? I guess I do. I've been away from all of you and am leaving again for another business trip, so thanks for bearing with me. You really deserve better, well most of you.

SHIPPING
The Arc R eactors from Iron Man are shipping, woooooooooo! Only about 2400 will be made (exact count TBD) and the majority are gone so act soon. You may have only another month at this rate to make up your mind and we don't want you kicking yourself later. C'mon we all have a little super hero in us.

Star Wars items will start shipping next week. We hoped this week, but you know how timing goes with licensed stuff.

NEWS
Assassin's Creed 2 Ezio is nearing completion and is one of the coolest outfits we've ever made. Even if you're not a fan, this Renaissance style outfit is awesome, elegant, sartorial and killer. Weapons and clothing coming around April/May for pre-order.

2 new old licenses were reacquired by us and we're proud to have the classic Gladiator and LOTR licenses back where they belong. Clothing, armor, LARP is all on the way this year.

Braveheart is fully approved and in production. You know you want to be William Wallace or Isabella, and you deserve the real, screen accurate deal. Definitive and never done before for true fans and history buffs. Then Sleepy Hollow...

Finally, we've put our unique stamp on Steampunk. Our sections will be loaded these coming weeks with gadgets, gizmo's, clothing and more. We're your steampunk HQ and proud of it. The Victorian Age melded with early Industrial Sci-fi never looked so good.

Well that should be enough to chew on for now. Need more, try a Snickers, I hear your cravings will go to Germany.
-RC

Who's Iron Man?

2010-02-09T14:23:00.007-05:00

-You can be! The Stark Arc Reactors are set to ship next week Woooooo! These are limited to only 2400 and most are gone, so if you didn't get one yet you really need to do a fly by and secure one. You're heart will thank you.

-Star Wars, we have pretty good news on this front also. Some items came in stock and will be shipping this month. Mainly accessory pieces like Jedi robes and Imperial hats, but you've got to start somewhere. The Force is strong with these pieces...boy I'm lousy with this whole Jedi mind trick thing.

Annual Sale
I'm putting the bug in your ear now, no excuses. Every year in May (this year the 22nd) we hold a fire sale in our warehouse selling off discontinued merchandise, slightly damaged, prototypes, samples, etc. at prices often times at or below cost. Plus we have all current merchandise in the catalogs at 15% off. The product represents our full offerings whether we made them or not and covers ACC and MRL products. So from name brand knives for everyday use to a Renaissance dress, you'll have quite the selection.

It's only a one day event, but worth it. At no other time during the year will you find savings like it. But you need to be HERE to take advantage. Conyers, GA on a Saturday. There are worse places you could be, OK none off the top of my head, but...We're just kidding, it's a great place to visitand we welcome all of you. The Dukes of Hazzard was shot here, how bad can it be? Call for more details 800-883-8838.

See you there!
-RC

Myth of the Sword

2010-02-01T11:22:00.002-05:00

OK, now pay attention. I see you rolling your eyes, stop that. Our swords and frankly any other smith who hand forges, uses premium high carbon steel, properly tempers and heat treats and employs a full tang is an accurate and damn good sword. And in most cases much better than historical originals (often times their steel was impure). Now what that means to you is that they can perform (with the proper care, cutting techniques, realistic expectations (no movie crap) and with respect) exactly as the originals did in battle. Hence our term "battle ready."

Battle Ready does not mean Errol Flynn, Highlander, Kill Bill, LOTR, etc edge to edge hammer time. Swords were never, and we mean never used that way. Yes, it looks damn cool on screen, but you're witnessing a completely different manner of sword play, one which requires a very special tool. Theatrical sword play needs to look flashy, magical and handle the rigors of multiple edge to edge duels and still be safe, in other words a long thin hammer. Right tool for the right job and all that. Be sure of what you need before you start and are qualified to do it.

Our swords are used by the History Channel, Discovery Channel and theater groups all over the world with great success. Not sure what you need? Ask us, we're there for you. Now doesn't that make you feel warm and fuzzy?

-RC

A Really Great Show!

2010-01-29T15:57:00.004-05:00

What a Show!

We had a great time at the Costume and Party Expo in Houston; our exhibit was received very, very well and we're glad more stores than ever will offer our great line of clothing and costumes. Nothing in your area? Talk to a shop owner with complimentary product and have them contact us. It would be pretty cool to get our stuff locally, right? Right? I didn't get a harummph out of that guy...you know who you are. 800-241-3664 for stores.

SHIPPING

The Wolveri ne jackets and dog tags are shipping and cool as #$%$#!!! Just a really neat, high quality jacket fan or not. I must reiterate to some of you loyal (but at times maybe a touch misguided) fans. Our jacket is not from Origins, it is from the first movie of the original trilogy and made directly from the jacket worn by Hugh Jackman. Many jackets were used through all the movies, most with visual alterations even within the same movie, but rest assured you have the best representation out there of the one used most often. Fox and Marvel say so and we all can't be wrong. Or can we? Don't answer that.

Iron Man Arc Reactors are here (well, in Customs anyway). They should start shipping out late next week.

Star Wars products are on the way, packaging is done, now that pesky COA and were really cooking. Just so you know, we have 6 more outfits planned this year so hold on.

Collectible Shows
Let us know where you go and why. We do many shows from movie & TV to comics and collectibles, but don't know about all so your input is great. Maybe we'll show up and make the show even better. Which one is hot Gencon? Wondercon? Dragoncon? Comiccon? Another? Leave a comment as to what and why and we'll look into it.

Got a group you want to outfit for a show or event? Let us know and we'll see what we can do to ease the financial burden. Roman soldiers, Spartans, super heroes, etc. any group buy gets you some savings. Just drop us an email and ask.

Have a good weekend!

-RC

Halloween Already?

2010-01-21T15:28:00.002-05:00

Miss me?

I'll be scarce for a week or so as we exhibit at the Costume and Party Expo in Houston. Sounds interesting I know, but Houston? If any one has any pull, Hawaii would be preferred...

Remember you can see us anytime at our store, just call ahead...we run background checks. Just kidding, but not really. 800-883-8838, plus at Dragon Con in Atlanta and Comic Con in San Diego. We'd love to meet you and you and you, not you, you and you. Plan ahead these things sell out fasssssst.

Products
We like suggestions and get some of our best from you, feel free to bug retail for a product or line you've seen. You never know, we may pick it up or make it. As an example we'll be expanding greatly our Cold Steel line per your demand.

Licensed
Thanks so much for all the kind feedback on our licensed items, the fact that you come to us and buy them shows your good taste and we're honored you would choose us as your source.

Talk at ya.
-RC

New Products and More

2010-01-14T14:03:00.007-05:00

New License News:

We've made huge progress on Robin Hood, Harry Potter, Iron Man 2 and more. 2010 should be a great year for collectibles. Each has tentative dates of May for product release.

Product Shipping Update:

Marvel - the Wolverine jackets are in and shipping and the AR units from Iron Man should be here next week. Each shipment is selling through so get to it bub. There has been some question about Captain America lately and we want you to know a few of the 1940's shields both original and original variant are still available. I want a 'yes sir' out of you soldier! The classic round will make a return in the future.

Star Wars - still having minor issues with packaging, but product is on the way for Feb.

New Products from our latest catalogs:

Some Museum Replicas Highlights -

Conan- don't make us trample you under our feet! His amazing armor is ready for pre-order and the hybrid polyurthane we use is incredible. There's really nothing like it and Conan is well deserving of our first full treatment. Check out the teaser video in the video section.
Gypsy Queen Ensemble (101084)
Witch Queen Outfit (101057)
Female Armored Breastplate (887037), actually our poly for flex and comfort, but it looks like metal.
Hand Blown Glass Tic-Tac-Toe (802227)
Greek Kopis (501207)
Templar Pillowcase (802068)

Some Atlanta Cutlery Highlights -

Tactical Pens (802326 & 802327)- his and hers
Feelin Lucky Knife (403157)
US GI genuine surplus (802306 tent & 802308 shovel)
Emergency Tool (802328)
Higonokami (402971)
Fantasy Scimitar (501236)
Fantasy Throwe rs (403155)

Wow, that's a lot of great stuff to go with our other great stuff. And remember if you have questions about any of our great items don't hesitate to call our great staff. Did the great part sink in? I thought repetition was good for memory retention? Or maybe it's just annoying, I can't remember.
-RC

Happy New Year!

2010-01-06T15:58:00.004-05:00

Welcome 2010! We hope you had a great Christmas and New Year!

Shipping Notes:
For all of you patient fans of Marvel, good news:

The Wolverine jackets with dog tags arrived and are beginning to ship. We're sorry there is no pic update yet on the webpage for it. The actual coat is better than the prototype featured and some minor changes were made to be even more exact to Hugh Jackman's which Fox was nice enough to get us. When it's approved by Marvel, 20th Century Fox and us, you know something went right.

The Ir on Man Arc Reactors should be here in the next week or so. Yep, we can't wait either. Drool away, it's an awesome piece.

Star Wars:
A bit of a delay, don't worry everything is in production, but we just got the packaging approved so clothing may not start arriving until Feb/March. Hang in there. Plus the Stormtrooper is getting close. I'll let you know more later hee, hee, hee...

New Stuff:
Maybe the hottest thing this month is our new sword handle umbrella (882309), a great way to battle the elements and rainy knights. (Wow was that corny.)

Hot Movies:
Sherlock Holmes and Avatar dominate of coarse and hopefully Holmes got you excited about our sword canes we offer in ACC. Kind of cool to be using stuff like them isn't it?
-RC

Happy Holidays!

2009-12-22T10:30:00.002-05:00

From everyone at Atlanta Cutlery and Museum Replicas we want to wish you and yours the very best this holiday season.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Sneak Peaks...

2009-12-17T10:29:00.005-05:00

The Truth Is...

I am Iron Man. Whoa, have you seen the trailer just released? The alternate poster? No, well you should and we'll give you the scoop and some of our background research as we go. Start here, you won't be sorry http://www.ironmanmovie.com/

The Most Romantic Kiss Ever?

Speaking of research, "Anyone wanna peanut?" How about "You killed my father, prepare to die." We get commissioned frequently beyond the licensed work you see on our sites. In fact many of you have been familiar with our work for years without knowing it. Lord of the Rings, Troy, Sahara, Percy Jackson, Rocketeer to name a few. This is a sneak peek of us working on The Princess Bride swords which are licensed and will be released for the first time early next year. Hard to believe it's taken so long, but we're proud to be working on them now. The swords on the drawing table are the actual ones used on set by Cary Elwes (Dread Pirate Roberts) and Mandy Patinkin (Inigo Montoya). Yep, damn cool.

Pictured are Bruce Brookhart, one of our guru's of historical sword design and me, Robin Chaudhuri as I'm project manager on all our licensed projects (sitting). I'm usually in the pic when a beauty shot is needed. =)

Authenticity is absolutely key and we take it very seriously. Hours go into the initial research before a single technical drawing or prototype is started. You see the beginnings here.

Discover the cult favorite at http://www.princessbrideforever.com/ or if you're like us and already fans, just enjoy some moments with your favorite characters.

Have fun storming the castle!

-RC

A Thief Or A Hero?

2009-12-15T15:20:00.006-05:00

The first Robin Hood trailer went live today. Russell Crowe at his Gladiator best and Cate Blanchett give wonder performances (trust us). Not only will you get all your movie news here, but inside looks at our research into recreating this world for you to own.

The trailer will play in theaters starting Friday before the 2D showings of Avatar. Or be the first to check it out at http://www.robinhoodthemovie.com/

-RC

STAFF PICKS

2009-12-11T16:32:00.005-05:00

A new feature to the blog will introduce you to our staff and their personal favorite products from our current ACC and MRL divisions and why. Because we believe in and buy what we sell, we wouldn't ask you to if we didn't. Different categories each time, once a month. No bias, no sales hype, just what we like after being around this stuff for decades. We hope you enjoy our first category:

What's your favorite weapon?

Dave DiPietro, Head of Marketing and MRL product development- "The Classical Medieval Sword , because many swords made from this time period feel clunky, this one doesn't. It's got balance and it's light, it's just really mean. You know when you hold it that this is what a fighting man used."

Les Atkins, Head of IT- "The bar mace, it's hefty, solid and doesn't matter how you swing it or what you hit. For anyone who lacks fighting skill, you can wield this and still do damage. I like something you don't have to be perfect with to be effective."

Greg Gerling, General Manager- "The guerrilla machete, because it's simple, clean and functional. A practical piece in the field."

Travis Baer, Showroom Manager- "The Shirasaya, it's just beautiful, well made and the rich rose wood finish is gorgeous. You have to see it in person."

Terry Moss, Catalog Manager- "The Martini Henry's, you can't get a better story and relive history."

Bruce Brookhart, Sword Designer- "Blackhawk Tatang is one of the best remakes of a jungle fighting knife to come out in years. Great for all purpose self defense and outdoor work."

Bobby Milanese, shop monkey- "15th Century Longsword is pretty to the eye with good balance and just calls out to me."

Brandi, Wholesale Acct Manager- "Glacier Bay Knife a good knife in the woods, light, but strong with the full tang. I've dug holes with it and it stayed pretty sharp."

You don't want to mess with Brandi! Hope you enjoyed a quick look into what we like and why. Sometimes you can't explain the attraction, but it's there and a lot of our products pull us in whether we make them or not.

Me? I like the Kershaw Whiplash, Kershaw's just seem to fit my hand and the blade profiles seem to be made for what I like to do and how. It's like they're in my head...

-RC

All Things Star Wars

2009-12-10T17:02:00.008-05:00

Star Wars Insider #114 is hitting the stands now and has a feature article on our line of replicas with incredible pictures showing off the initial line next to the originals. Plus amazingly insightful commentary if I do say so myself. OK, it was myself, what else am I going to say?

We aren't the only reason to pick it up, although that should be enough. Our friend Dave Filoni, director of Clone Wars has a great Q & A, Mark Hamill gives thoughts on the Force plus reviews of books, comics, games, products and more. It's what's happening hot stuff.

Our latest license will be back! We entered into an agreement to expand our Terminator line of clothing. I can't share details yet, but you'll be glad we did. Clear some space in that dresser and closet, you'll want these.

FREE SHIPPING!!!!!!!!! You heard me right, all our divisions are offering shipping free through the holiday on any order over $200 (coupon code: freeshp). Now's your chance to get that suit of armor. Enjoy.

-RC

I AM IRON MAN TOO!

2009-12-03T17:37:00.006-05:00

Teaser Poster From IM2 Just Released

How cool is this movie going to be? I hope someone makes incredible props from it. Oh wait, that'd be us. A series of amazing helmets, gadgets and other fun stuff from Stark Industries and S.H.I.E.L.D. will be innncommmmming May 2010. Sci-fi geek or not, if this poster doesn't look awesome to you we're sending Nick Fury to set you straight. Sort of makes sense that a military contractor (us) would be doing this stuff doesn't it?

NEWS

Lucasfilm announced Star Wars Celebration V today to honor the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back. (Stop drooling you'll ruin your keyboard.) It will take place in Orlando in August 2010. They don't do these often padawan, do as your master tells you and check it out. Just seeing us there should be worth it- I'm using the Jedi mind trick right now to convince you. Sort of loses something over the web doesn't it? I'll get you more info as we get it, but plan now, this show is hot with licensees, stars, panels the works and all dedicated to our favorite wookie. Well maybe not just him...

-RC

What's new?

2009-11-24T15:23:00.008-05:00

Glad you asked. Our latest catalogs hit and here are some really cool highlights:

ACC (exotic knives and guy stuff)

Kershaw Whiplash Outdoor Knife

Windlass Travelers Damascus Knife

Sidewinder Butterfly Knife

Our latest patent, oooooh check it out

Rambo style survival knife

Military baseball caps (Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force)

Scaled tin toy models

Space Boken - practice those Jedi moves!

Spanish Muela Paramilitary Knives

Schrade Old Timer- a knife, saw and mini hatchet in one!

Demon Ninja Sword

A ton of Smith & Wesson Special Ops Knives

* Plus many items are engravable now so you can really personalize your gift to your friends, family, heck even yourself.

MRL (historical & licensed replicas for the whole family)

Feather Pen Set

Gothic Shot Glass

Dragoon and Swashbuckler boots

New World Desk Globe- oh, that's where you are

Pirate Belt Buckle

Camelot Goblet- for m'lady (I'm on one knee writing this)

X-men Wolverine motorcycle jacket w/ dog tag. Got it bub?

Tony Starks Arc Reactor- yes he does have a heart.

World of Warcraft Frostmourne latex sword- rubber? Yep, we have to control the evil coming off this thing.

Awesome Tudors T-shirts. Plus dozens of other items.

We just solved your gift giving and being unique, thoughtful, cool, wicked, awesome, wow you really owe us.

-RC

Upcoming Sale Events

2009-11-19T13:25:00.008-05:00

So where have your been all week? Likely excuse.

Dark Side
Come to the dark side, come to Black Friday....NOOOOOOOOOOOO! Run away! Run away! We don't blame you, which is why we're going to be running awesome specials the 27th-29th of Nov. on our sites Atlanta Cutlery and Museum Replicas. Who wants to battle the hordes and crazy drivers when you can sit at home, sip some hot cocoa and simply click away all nice and cozy like. Best savings of the year, up to 60% and not just on discontinued stuff, many of the hottest items will be fair game.

Showroom
For anyone who braves the roadways we're going to reward you with anything in our store at 20% off across the board. Even the staff! Just joking, but not really.

Your hard earned bucks are going to go farther than ever this year and you deserve that don't you?.
-RC

Star Wars in Concert

2009-11-04T09:53:00.012-05:00

Immerse yourself in a galaxy far, far away. Dave DiPietro, our product manager, and I went to see Star Wars in Concert last night and it was well worth it (whether you're a fan or not). John Williams score is as amazing as ever and moving in person. Scores from all six films were featured.

Narrated live by Anthony Daniels, C-3PO (if I have to explain who that is no need to read on) the concert features a full symphony orchestra and choir, accompanied by specially footage from the films displayed on a three-story-tall, high-definition LED super-screen - one of the largest ever put on tour.

Along with the concert was an exhibit of Star Wars costumes, props, production artwork and behind-the-scenes videos from the Lucasfilm Archives. Here is a sampling:

-Full costumes for Jedi Masters Kit Fisto and Plo Koon.

-Pages from John Williams' original hand-written sheet music for "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace".

-Han in Carbonite and Chewbacca (well the outfit at least).

Definitely a new way of experiencing the epic scope of the saga. For information go to http://www.starwarsinconcert.com/

The souvenirs are a little pricey and frankly a bit bland, but the performance was worth it and the print program was pretty cool.
-RC

New Products & Shipping

2009-10-30T12:16:00.008-04:00

MARVEL
Our newest Marvel products, Wolverine's leather motorcycle jacket w/ dog tag and Tony Stark's Arc Reactor are in production and will be ready to ship to us soon. We should be able to hit a December date for you and make Xmas a little more special. Right? You were planning on buying these yes? Am I just wasting my typing here?

And great news for all you Captain America fans, there are a few shields left. Sadly from orders we've had to cancel, but it leaves you a great opportunity.

You like Nick Fury? I got your Nick Fury, we've got some uber cool stuff coming direct issue from SHIELD for next year. Of course Iron Man 2 is keeping us busy so we can hit that movie release date for you in May.

ASSASSIN'S CREED II
We're in prototype phase with Ubisoft and are looking at a 2nd Q release. Well worth the wait, the outfit is way cool and complex. I'm starting to see Ezio in my dreams, at least I think they're dreams...

WORLD of WARCRAFT
This great new line will start shipping in Dec with a few more items to follow next year. You didn't think that was it did you?

STAR WARS
We'll do our best so you have The Force under the tree this year, but January might be more accurate.

Stormtrooper is off and running. We should be able to take pre-orders in January and start shipping in March. We've finalized nearly every detail and are happy (and we think you will be too) with the results. If we don't sell garrison's of armor (after I get mine of course, yes I'm kinda short for a Stormtrooper yadda, yadda, yadda) the Empire is going to be pretty mad and who wants that?

Plus we stumbled onto some of the old MR FX lightsabers. A rare find since MR lost the license a few years back. The Hasbro ones are good, but nothing beats the original. They are complete, new and in their factory packaging.

There now stop bugging us. Just kidding, bug all you want we love the attention.
-RC

STAR WARS Research

2009-10-26T16:08:00.005-04:00

Well, based on the incredibly wide range of comments on the Star Wars clothing I think its our responsibility to inform all of you better on what you are seeing. With the comments I've seen, we aren't doing so well at that. We do know many of you feel strongly about your perceptions and I hope this helps.

Our fabrics are as close as possible to the originals and use fabrics from multiple countries (whew, that's a lot of travel) - no one can make every single material 100% since many items no longer exist in any way- some of the clothing pieces haven't existed for decades and longer. About 90% of the fabrics in our line are exact (after 18 months in the archives with the originals and Lucas approvals we should know), all colors, seams, cut-patterns are 100% exact. Where the material was not available, we have had to make many custom samples from scratch at great cost to come as close as possible and with the thought in mind that it must be commercially possible to make at textile mills. Our strong collaboration with the archives and Lucas Licensing is what allows us the ability to offer the outfits with confidence.

There are no adequate swatches available of anything original and nothing is allowed to leave the Lucasfilm archives adding to our huge challenge. Very few people have actually seen the costumes and I fear there are some people who simply don't understand the process involved to make something available and attainable. Could we have made one outfit more perfect if price was no object? Possibly, but no one would buy it and where would we be? And you the fan who deserves the chance to choose and own something from the Star Wars legacy?

A key example of where perceptions can be understandably different: there are dozens of Jedi robes from the same movie, same character and sometimes multiples for a single scene- all slightly different from each other. We must choose the most representative for the intended look. Could you find one in another scene different, maybe, but it doesn't mean one or the other is less or more right.

It took 18 months of research just to get to this point. No one can fully appreciate what we've gone through which is unfortunate, but we understand and you still deserve our best. Should you feel a fan has done a better job and can give you a genuine, documented approval from Lucasfilm then by all means act, our goal is never to stunt your creativity, but in the meantime your trust in us and Lucas is well placed

-RC

But enough about Museum Replicas...

2009-10-23T17:15:00.008-04:00

ANNOUNCEMENT

Our sister site Atlanta Cutlery Corp is authorized to carry new lines of knives from Wrangler (yep, the cowboy company), Mantis (a great new American knife company), and Blackhawk Tactical to add to our already huge line of great brands including Boker, Benchmade, Gerber, Timberline and our unique Windlass cutting tools, swords and Cobra Steel line.

Personal Defense & Other Gadgets
Some highlights that get us talking everytime they're brought up are the new Gerber Artifact & Curve, Boker Executive Defense & Tactical, Blackhawk Tatang, Windlass Combat Machete, SOG Micron, and the super cool and wicked Columbia River Hisshou. Great new knives and gadgety things just in time for the holidays and that odd adventure you may take.

Bug Art
Whoa, have you seen this stuff? Real bugs frozen in their natural state in acrylic and made into awesome jewelry. If your squeemish look away. Beetles and scorpions and jewelry oh my!

If you can't find something useful and unique from ACC there's medication with your name on it.
-RC

Busy, Busy, Busy

2009-10-12T12:18:00.002-04:00

OK, it takes a little time, and not much it seems with us which is why we're so cool to keep up with, but we've been hard at work and here's a little proof-

NEWS
We are proud and excited to announce that on Oct 25th we'll be going live with our first wave of World of Warcraft collectibles. Tune in on the 25th to the website to see what items are in the first wave. Or check out World of Warcraft, Blizzard or any of their affiliate sites to see the announcement on the same day. Nope I'm not telling what they are so don't ask. I told you not to ask. The items will surely be in ultra hot demand as the game is one of the most popular in the world so prepare your Xmas list accordingly.

SUGGESTIONS?
Where do you direct your product suggestions? We get that question many times a year and as we've said in the past there are times we get some of our inspiration directly from you so we encourage those good ideas running aimlessly through your head. Not the constant nagging, annoying, whiny type of suggestion, but the occasional constructive one is great. Most likely what we haven't thought of, you have.

There are business decisions that weigh on us when you suggest things that need to be considered to make something practical, but you never know, so:

*Direct all your annoying questions to people we don't like

*Direct others to the email on this site, it's that easy. We re-route when necessary to the right staff internally when you send and everything does get a look, really.

HALLOWEEN
We've been hit pretty good this year for our period outfits and costumes which is good, but means we'll be low on some items and out of stock on others. Don't wait until the last minute!
-RC

Sword Design

2009-09-29T11:42:00.000-04:00

I guess you should know a little about our sword designs, especially when it comes to historical and unique designs since that's what we started with decades ago.

We're the only company with full time designers on staff, and amongst other things they do like photography and copy they make all our edged designs.

Starting with a BS session, we decide what direction to take based on requests/demand and the entertainment industry- basically what is hot or will be. (OK sometimes we just make what we want because we can, but that's the minority). Once we come up with a short list a blade is technically drawn out to scale and the hilt is hand made in wood & resin. When satisfied, the initial prototype goes to our factory to become real.

Experts hand forge the blade per our specs and make the hilt from the desired materials- wood, leather, steel, brass, what ever is appropriate to capture the design. It is then sent to us for review and testing. This is where we tweak the design and/or approve it for production. The process up to this point can take weeks to months. Overall each sword made has been worked on for 3-4 months before you see it in our catalog.

A long hard process that's fun, but also expensive and trying, but you're worth it.

I'll be on vacation (we get those every now and then) this week, but will be back with more fun next week. Enjoy the time off.
-RC

Cutting Demo

2009-09-25T11:21:00.007-04:00

Life wouldn't be fun here without a little cutting, chopping, throwing of weapons, generally controlled mayhem. Our pieces are used all the time on the History Channel, Discovery Channel, TV shows & movies, but you can read that else where on this site, what's just as cool to us is to hear your own experiences- provided you have a level of knowledge and respect for the pieces and use them properly and safely that is.

Our Heron Mark sword was put through the ringer again by our staff and came out with flying colors. We test all our items at one time or another and re-test many long time favorites. Yep, our jobs suuuuuuuck. =) The balance, weight and feel are very quick and lively, but with enough substance to cut through pork shoulder, bone, cardboard tubes and tatami mats with ease. It still remains one of our favorites.

Just a quick tech note: we hand forge blades of 1085 or 1095 high carbon steel, fully temper and provide full tangs on our edged weapons so they can perform like the originals. RC about 47 which we find to be a good practical range. Despite what the movies show, a sword was often times an impact weapon and not a cutting one. This RC allows enough flex to absorb shocks and bounce back while still maintaining a good edge which can be field serviced.

Which brings me to the over used term "Battle Ready"- this doesn't mean you can be abusive, silly & reckless. Yeah I'm looking at you. We mean that how history has proven they were really used, revered, taken care of and performed against the defenses of the day, that is how you can expect the items you get from us to perform.

Swords are like people, treat them well and they'll be your friend for many years to come.
-RC