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Next
Generation Line Philosophy and Features
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Albion
is proud to introduce a new generation of Albion Mark™ Swords,
designed by noted Swedish swordsmith, author and researcher Peter
Johnsson, based on his exhaustive research of original swords
in museums and private collections throughout Europe.
Each sword is a composite of several originals, blending the aesthetics,
functionality, and blade design properties into a perfected representative
model of its type.
Peter's careful study of the originals results in reconstructions
of highly defined shape and exquisite handling characteristics.
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The principles of
harmonic proportions, foremost the golden section, are an important
design principle that can be observed in historical swords.
Harmonic proportions will not only result in attractive shapes, but
also help acheive high performance.
The swords will all be marked with the Next Generation Albion Mark
(above), signifying Peter's design work and oversight of each sword's
production. Each of these new Albion Mark swords is destined to become
treasured heirloom and valuable collector's item.
The Next Generation Albion Mark™ Swords will have these
features as a hallmark: |
| Authentic
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Blades
are designed according to the same principles of proportions and dynamic
properties as the historical originals. |
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Edge geometry
is established according to original swords of the same type and function.
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Hands-on
documentation of original historical swords in European collections
results in designs based on the latest research. |
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All techniques,
designs, and construction methods are developed, established and supervised
by Peter Johnsson. |
| Hand-crafted
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Handcrafted
finish and fitting, hand-grinding and polishing, all combine into
the creation of an heirloom-quality custom level sword. |
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Each sword
is individually hand-fitted and assembled, each part hand-finished
by the master cutlers at Albion. |
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Every
process and part of all Albion Mark swords are entirely "made in the
U.S.A" by highly trained craftspeople. |
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All Next
Generation Albion Mark™ sword models will be traditionally
constructed, with the guard and pommel wedged into place, the tang
hot peened to secure the assembly, and the grip added to the assembled
sword as the last step, just as on period originals. This will guarantee
a tight assembly that should never loosen or require repeening.
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| Fully-functional
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From the
selection of the steels used, to the design, hand grinding and finishing,
each of these swords will share the appearance and functional characteristics
common to a period original of its type. |
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Each sword
design is subjected to grueling destructive testing periodically to
ensure that it meets the high performance standard of the Albion Mark™
Line . |
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As with
all Albion Mark swords, each sword is backed by a lifetime guarantee
against defects in materials and workmanship. |
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