Experior
is a double edged sword cane of unique design. Standing 41 inches tall
and sheathed in a cane of Cocobola and Zebra wood the 19 3/4 inch damascus
blade carries a unique twist and counter-twist pattern. The exterior fittings
are twist damascus and the hilt is fluted Oosic and Mastodon Ivory. The
blade of Experior was formed from 1084, 1045 and 15N20. The material was
first twisted right and then twisted left with no space left between the
twists. The resulting effect was a pattern which reversed itself abruptly
in a series of "Cs". The pommel nut and guard face have inset
into them round pieces of mosaic damascus and the butt cap is carved twist
damascus.
Perhaps the most unique feature of Experior
is its locking mechanism. Instead of a more traditional button or friction
lock Experior uses a lock ring with dual ramps which lock onto twin posts
set into the guard. A short easy twist and the blade is ready to unsheath.
The lock ring is set with rubies and a careful examination will uncover
that one ruby has been set lower than the others. This ruby acts as an
aid in the proper orientation of the sword prior to unsheathing; so that
Experior will be immediately ready for use.
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