Wartooth

Richard Hatch was the first winner, and he's gay, and he is coming back. Rudy Boesch, who is, I believe, a navy SEAL plank owner, is also coming back, in the original series, placed- what? Third? Because the show was all about BS politics and double dealing, and not about survival, I didn't like the show then, and I don't like it now. Rudy Boesch would have survived circles around those punks. And "Survivor?" It's more like "Boy Scout Jamboree Lite with even Whinier Kids TV."

Don't mean to rant. Just think it's a wasted premise.

You said it brother. Quite possibly one of the dumbest programs ever produced for TV. Thank goodness I only have one set and don't watch anymore prime time crap. Those damnable Neilsen ratings would go nuts trying to figure out my family's habits.

Wartooth

I own many Cold Steel blades. Ifinya get anything that they make you will know why they are considered the best production knife company in the world. My friends at Beckwith Blades is a dealer. Just tell them Lloyd sent ya. Links

Correct sir! Very nice production pieces indeed. Never heard an unkind word about 'em. And good prices too!

Wartooth

Of course, you're right John. It's an accent created by Hollywood and then exaggerated over time. Those from the Americas most likely had only a small accent due to the era, and the earlier vocabulary and slang differences too. However, the british pirates would have a thick accent. Spanish and Dutch pirates would naturally speak their own language.

Wartooth

If ye be looking for somethin' on the bawdy side you could try the Poxy Boggards, they have many traditional drinking songs and a few shanties as well (and of course, sometimes ye can't tell the difference).

http://www.poxyboggards.com/

Ye could also try "Shanties and Songs of the Sea"- the one with Johnny Collins featured, and there is also "Blow Boys Blow" with Ewan MacColl. Both are all a cappella shanties cds, spanning over some time so you may find a coupke in the time frame that ye be looking for.

Thanks ladies and gents. All fine suggestions. I just ordered "Shanties and Songs of the Sea" via Amazon, as I had a couple of other book orders to make. I will keep all the other CDs in mind, however, for future purchase.

Wartooth

And 22 years later I'm still at it. A 3 x 4 foot framed print of Howard Pyle's Marooned is the centerpiece of our living room... a reminder of our formerly mutinous ways.

Good show, Hurricane! It'll be another 22 years I'm sure. :)

As for the Howard Pyle print ... where in the Hells did you find one that size?!?! The only Pyle prints I have found are 11x17. I have been looking for one to cover half my wall like that. Preferably a black and white of the man walking the plank (maybe my mother-in-law will finally get the hint).

Wartooth

Well, my smith is putting the finishing touches on my cutlass as we speak. I should have it by the end of the month. But here's a couple pics o' the pommel he made for it.

And a shot of the blade ... second one from the top.

The baskethilt is to be a chaotic depiction of ribs and other bones and such. Then possibly lined with red leather.

Wartooth

Looking for suggestions for a CD of traditional early sailing songs. I've heard Roast Beef For England and enjoyed it even though it is heavily British. Any other suggestions?

Wartooth

Thanks for the link, Thorr. Found exactly what I wanted.

Richard

Looking for a list of current Osprey books. OR the title of one that has depictions of late 17th-early 18th century european pirates, preferably those of Dutch or German ports.

Thanks mates!

Wartooth

Really nice figures! But a bit too pricey for my pockets. May have to see what I can find at the local hobby shop.

Richard

I can't find the resource (in one of my several texts), but I seem to recall that there was a use for round-lidded chests. I can't remember where it started or how long it lasted. Supposedly, the round lids were for cargo chests that needed to be tied down. The ropes would fit tightly over the lid. If the chests had flat tops, the corners and seams would crack under the stress. Who knows? I'll continue flipping through the pages and see if I can find the source.

Wartooth

Need to be MUCH more specific. What era? What culture?

Wartooth

As a father of three boys, I don't have much of a choice but to watch some of those toons. When that episode came on, we all laughed and recreated scenes. It was a good one.

Wartooth

I guess it has been the years of geneological research into my ancestry. Found several direct lines to dutch privateers and naval officers fighting the Spanish armada. A few of them turned to piracy after their own government refused to award a share of the captured loot. A couple weren't the nicest folk on the seas either. LOL! The one I've spent the most time researching is Jan Janszoon, a dutch privateer who was rebuked by the House of Orange after raiding MANY spanish galleons on route back from the Caribbean. He later was exiled from the Netherlands, but sailed to the Barbary Coast and continued to harass the Spanish fleets. Still, he flew the dutch flag as well as that of the turkish suleyman he was hired by.

Wartooth

"Orlando Bloom's dreamy in "Pirates"!"

Hold yer tongue, woman... for I am not a man!

I prefer an aged salt like ol' Jack meself. I like me men rugged an worn in like a good hat.

Welcome miss Swann all the same

Why, Miss Dreamie ....... It's good to know that some women still like those of us "older used models".

Wartooth

No need to take offence CJS.

They were simply questions from folks that were interested. 

Your time and efforts are appreciated.

Yup. That's all we needed to know, Sparrow.

Depeeka swords are NOT suitable for clashing into each other at full-strength. But as display, show-and-tell, or mock battles, they would do fine. And that is a good price too. Nice work, Sparrow.

Found these pics of the real thing,

http://www.confederatearmscompany.com/catelog2.html

if your wonderin why I dont snap em up me maties I'll be pointen ya to the price.

Sorry I don't have a link, but try and dig up the online catalog for Atlanta Cutlery. They are the mother division of Museum Replicas. A couple of years ago they had sabers similar to that and at a good price too.

Did they give you any of the specs? Having to acquire (to retire) swords I can work with... I'm thinking these may not be *battle ready* at such a price.

Did they say if these could be functional or are they just to wear for the glory of the piece?

Any additional info would be welcome!

I agree. Need more info about the steel used, point of balance, tang width, etc. The price seems to good to figure as a good usable piece. I've had several custom swords made for me over the years and each has run at least $400. Even decent production-line items of high quality carbon steel will cost $200-$300.

The typical cutlass is a bit blade heavy and therefore hangs down in the scabbard well. Also, a well-made sheathe or scabbard will hold the sword in during most activity. If you are having problems with the cutlass being a bit loose, look into having a new scabbard made for it. Make sure it is a leather-wrapped wooden one, as they tend to work best. I might be able to come up with a couple of names for you, if you need them.