Review of: The Raven Rondel Dagger
Just got it today. Beautifully crafted and almost identical to the coldsteel practice Rondel dagger which has two rows of 3 pins and 2 pins . I love everything about this dagger except for the sheath. The belt tie down, I think, should be on the flat section of the sheath just like the seam is and that way not only will it sit better but will also protect the seam.
Reviewed by: Sammy, November 17, 2020
Review of: The Raven Rondel Dagger
The dagger is exactly as described with one exception. The handle on the dagger that I received is not the nice rosewood color in the pictures, it is black. This is just an issue with aesthetic and not its quality. The sheath is much better than expected. It is both durable and the blade is not loose whatsoever. All in all it is a very great purchase.
Reviewed by: William, July 27, 2020
Review of: The Raven Rondel Dagger
The dagger is exactly as described with one exception. The handle on the dagger that I received is not the nice rosewood color in the pictures, it is black. This is just an issue with aesthetic and not its quality. The sheath is much better than expected. It is both durable and the blade is not loose whatsoever. All in all it is a very great purchase.
Reviewed by: William, July 27, 2020
Review of: The Raven Rondel Dagger
An interesting facet about this weapon (and there are plenty - many, yet to be diacovered), is the pommel forces my medium, albeit masculin, hand in a "fist grip" like one would expect of a cut-and-thrust weapon weapon.
This is an amazing pokey weapon, while one might expect it to be held like one, it isn't.
If you have a large hand and expect to hold this dagger with a "thumbs up" grip, your thumb will not fit.
Similarly, this prevents a medieval "thumb behind the end" grip.
I'm thrilled with my Raven.
Reviewed by: Michael, April 12, 2020
Review of: The Raven Rondel Dagger
Heavy, meaty, ready for battle. Something that is worthy of a knight. This is a thing of beauty. The pictures don't do it justice. The bluing really sets the look of the contrasting bright corners of the blade. The dark brown handle does the same for the brass studs.
This was the first Cold Steel product that I have purchased and I was impressed. The factory packaging was great and offered excellent protection. The fit and finish is very good.
Reviewed by: Wilson, July 20, 2019
Review of: The Raven Rondel Dagger
The Cold Steel Raven rondel dagger is a perfect example of a weapon designed purely for thrusting: the strong, triangular-cross-section blade has no edges -- only a point that can surely pierce fabric, leather, or mail, and very likely plate of field-harness thickness. It is a thrusting weapon pure and simple; additionally, since it has no edge to dull, it could readily be used as a parrying weapon. Handsome and functional -- what more needs be said?
Reviewed by: Stanley, December 06, 2018
Review of: Florentine Cinquedea
I loved the detail on the pummel and most on the handle with the studs. Fullers were symmetrical and the blade is sharp. I highly recommend this to one who collects.
Reviewed by: Taher, September 10, 2018
Review of: Florentine Cinquedea
This is a truly well-done replica; beautiful, excellent workmanship and materials, fully functional. I'm extremely happy with this purchase and would recommend this to any dedicated collector of Medieval and Renaissance weaponry.
Reviewed by: Kevin, June 20, 2018
Review of: Florentine Cinquedea
This is a fantastic blade and a must for any collector. The craftsmanship from the tip of the blade to the pommel is great.
The scabbard is well made and the protective grease is easily removed. In the hand it feels like a much smaller blade.
Reviewed by: Richard J., January 08, 2018
Review of: Florentine Cinquedea
Absolutely beautiful. great balances. great detail.
Reviewed by: Robert, September 26, 2016