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Originally Posted by Baron Opal
Also, I'm getting ready to commission a custom blade, and in the unfortunate and unlikely situation that I would actually have to use it to defend myself, I would like it to be a well-fitted to me as possible.
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Uhh ... are you being realistic, here?
A custom blade? If it's for historical reenactments that's one thing ... but a true personal blade will cost you in the realm of $8000 and up assuming you find a reputable smith. Who is going to make your sword?
And you probably shouldn't use a sword for self defense. That's just not being practical at all. Even folks I know who study swords don't walk around with a wakisashi in their coat. (as an aside, one of my friends who studied the sword for years was MANDATED by his instructor to get a real blade crafted for himself - his own expense of course).
Knives are, arguably, a different matter. But I still think it's not the best choice for personal defense. Have you ever seen a knife fight? You don't want to see the result.