$200 VS $800 Lord of the Rings Swords - Battle Ready or FAKE? 

That Anduril was actually really nice for only $200. Quality wall piece.

Mate you are brutally honest with your reviews. I mean damn, you blew up your pwn sponsor. Never witnessed any other RU-vidrs having that courage. Keep it up ❤️

I REALLY need to say this to the individuals who have been saying it is cruel to give any product a relatively low rating. Reviews are NOT just videos to look at something. They are videos designed to rate the product. To find the pros and cons of a sword (In this case) and if you think it's cruel to rate something a 2/5 you're missing the point entirely. If this manufacturer watches this video and sees the flaws being mentioned, that is AMAZING for them. They (should) want to make the best product possible. They watch the review, see what people say and then USE that information to make it better. They shouldn't just cry about it. ESPECIALLY when they GAVE the sword to D for this exact thing. Lastly; if you rate everything highly, a high rating begins to lose it's value.

Your sword videos are my favorite thing on the internet.

Once again threw me off guard with that hilarious panning out of you swinging the longsword in the bushes on your own, loved it!

I like the fact the man who made the swords for the original trilogy was self taught. His elven blades were absolutely beautiful.

I'll never get over how self-aware these sword reviews are; never gets old

Never seen suck a positive bad review, good job brother.

You won't 1v1 me at Helms Deep 🤨

D: "So how much production quality for this video?" Also D: "Yes."

The interesting thing about the United Cutlery replicas is they're still making them. In fact, they've just reissued several of the swords that had been out of production for several years: Boromir's sword, Eowyn's sword, Theoden's sword, Sam's sword, Gimli's "bearded" axe, and as of 2021, they've released Eomer's sword, Gúthwinë, for the first time ever, as well as a replica of the Horn of Gondor. So if you're a collector like I am, now is really the best time ever.

It honestly looks really disappointing close up, if I paid $800+ for that sword I’d be returning it and putting the money into something better made.

As a long-time sword collector, before I even reached the point in your video where you mentioned the crossguard/blade fit, I was already thinking of how that gap (or lack thereof) is one of the single greatest determinants of blade quality and craftsmanship. A wide gap means the blade is certain to become loose and start to rattle with repeated heavy striking. I am glad I saw your video, as I have been considering purchasing a LOTR sword from Darksword. I won't, until I know they have properly addressed that gap issue. They know better!

"Five and a half pounds?? Jeezus Christ" 😂😂❤️

Oi, D. Love your work. I've been an aspiring swordsman for the last few years, and you help keep me going with these types of videos

It's so appreciated that you review honestly.

D could be a movie actor. He looks like an absolute badass with the medieval outfit and long sword

Haha, that's some nostalgia right there. I remember drooling over these wall prop swords as a kid. I had completely forgotten about them, now I have to go see if they are still availalable.

These are just awesomely done sword videos I really enjoy watching them. I also love your honesty with the swords quality always good to see an unbiased opinion.

2 dislikes from Funco pop collectors.

So much respect for being honest about the blade.

A few hours in a grinding room would solve most of the issues with the blade. I am guessing that it doesn't have distal taper and give it a proper edge profile and sharpening. It would reduce the weight issue some as well 😂 😂. But for what you are paying for it I would expect that would already be done 🤷‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️. First video I have come across of yours 👍

This channel is absolutely incredible man, love your work!

First video I've ever seen from you, I was looking for some videos about weapons and this is awesome!

This channel is now becoming one of my favorites of all time now that hes switching to sword content

Great honest review. Pretty disappointing that it's so poorly made.

Damn I love these videos so much. You got me more into swords than I ever was and I now own some pretty badass katanas. Keep making awesome content.

Great review. Some good insights and love the appreciation for Andúril 😍

This guy is the coolest version of a man who likes video games & swords. He’s this close to being a neck beard.

My goodness those swords are beautiful 😍 This was fun to watch!

So wicked to see you guys talk about LoTR! Keep up the wicked content!

Quality review. I liked the points where you accurately educated viewers on proper historical sword metrics. Plus: BAD ASS flourishing montage! Respect.

When the blade bit into the mat and didn't cut clean, I cringed a bit. Pre-sharpened... Like a butter knife. Form wasn't bad though and the video was entertaining as always, hope this turns into a series, maybe collab later on with Skallagrim, Shadiversity and/or Joerg Sprave.

All 3 of the darksword swords I've had all ended up having the fittings break. The fittings are white metal making it brittle and soft. Blades are great quality but it's basically just a wallhanger that you can chop bottles with.

D I love your reviews and the videos! Keep up the great work man!

I love your sword videos. Super cool, can't wait for you to do more sword videos!!

I've been wanting to buy some LotR swords... but I'd prefer to have usable, forged sword than a cheap, molded stainless steel sword. I want a sword I can play with from time to time, vs a purely display piece. Excellent video!!! For the longest time, I've wanted to start a sword collection, starting with LotR swords. But I feared the officially licensed swords were completely useless in actual use. I want the swords for their legendary fictional appearances, but when I buy a large, expensive edged weapon, I expect it to have decent performance, not just showability.

I prefer actual cheaper high quality wall hanger $200 instead of the so called "battle ready" not sharpened poorly tight longsword. You can get a decent very functional sharpened longsword below $800 regardless LOTR design stuffs. Hell, I would argue, sharpening that $200 stainless steel Andruil probably results much better LOL

Omg when the marblelympics music kikked in! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Great video dude!

I love how ridiculous and over-the-top your intros are! Love the vids, music choice. Just great man!

This video was so good I watched 3 versions 😍

Thank you for the elaborate insight. It prevented me from buying one. If i am going to spend a lot of money, then i want top notch quality. And the crossguard and the dullness is just an absolute no-go.

I like how painfully honest you are 😂 great videos!

I really enjoy how brutally honest his reviews are

my martial arts teacher and I would do this after class. years of looking at shitty sword catalogs and having these very conversations. Thanks for the memories man.

Seeing Aragorn with the strider sword, I can actually clearly tell that the handle of your replica is off... Look att the middle of the grossguard, there should be an extension there, probably supposed to create extra stabilization for the blade, allegedly. While in reality it's just cosmetics. That would however fill in the gap between the grossguard and the blade. Apparently, they just skipped that part.

Dude video was great! Keep it up man!

Who's the camera person? Really love how well these are shot! Compliment your attention to detail on the script and the subject matter really well!

Love the reaction to the weight. It is a heavy sword.

He just looks like an even hotter and younger Witcher.

Love the movies and everything surrounding it. Awesome video man, hope you upload more Lord Of The Rings related videos.

I just found your channel and I'm hooked!

Love your sword videos. I bought 3 katanas after watching them and got grass mats. I even got my coworkers into it and we all have katanas and cut mats on break at work. 😆 Can u do a video on how to sharpen katanas and long swords? We are looking for the best technique.

Is this the third time this video has been uploaded or am I just tripping?

Would love to see more sword review videos from different companies like this one. Great to see whats worth it and not.

Great video D! I remember buying a replica of Frodo's sword when I was younger because it was the only one I could afford. I still long to get some of the other classics one day like Andruil, Glamdring, and Theoden's sword as well.

If you want a real sword with proper quality control and the best metal, be prepared to pay over 10K.

Big oof when you send someone a product for review, and they show everyone how shoddy it is

Highly informative, thank you very much.

dude keep doing these sword videos. I'm addicted

Daaaam I'm guessing they're regretting giving you the sword for a review :') "shit he's being honest 😱"

Always sucks when you mess up an upload. Loved the video the first time, so no glad to watch again

i am pretty new to this channel. but i really like it. your voice is very calming. and just a few jokes into the videos. love it!

This was one of the best analysis videos of products I have seen.

Imo you're the only RU-vidr that makes high quality videos of swords 👍

Great videos !!! Quick question: where did you get the Gondorian Bracers ?

Great video. Who made your vambraces?? They look awesome

"RUN FRODO!!" LMAO you had me dying, that definitely caught me off guard

Great review. Bravo.

Very fair and thorough review of the sword.

Me, a dnd player, fan of fantasy and lord of the rings, and the first video you do since I’ve been a subscriber and actually go notified about is ofc a lord of the rings one. Perfect

great video but i need to know where you bought the Boromir Gondor Gauntlets and leather gloves!

I cant believe how underrated you are.

Hey D love ur videos man so hype ur running node

Loving these sword videos. Also is that a Purple Heart sword? I think I can see their maker mark, they make pretty decent swords

loving these videos dude, idk if you read comments but if read this, then keep it up, especially with the katanas. Video idea: try find a good replica of the Murasama, Samuel rodrigues' blade that was given by his father, according to metal gear rising's lore.

That intro montage was badass!

You do a very good job producing your videos, I look forward to watching many more. 5160 is my favorite steel for swords when you want to beat stuff up and aren't to concerned about damaging your blade. 5160 is some seriously tough spring steel.

I like the vids you make of reviewing swords pls make more. Much love.

The quality of the steel doesn't dissipate the best videos you make.

For $200 I wouldn't expect anything more than a nice looking wall piece

Hey I just found you. I like your voice, your explanation, knowledge, you look well educated in swords, fantasy and larp. Here, have thumb up and I subscribe.

When he said, “RUN FRODO!!” I DIIIIIEEED!! Love ur vids bro. Another ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ video my friend.👍🏽

Love the sword-videos. Wish you had a quality longsword to compare it to. The HEMA sparring sword doesn’t cut, after all.

awesome vid man

Good and honest review.

Would Love to see you show some more HEMA stuff, Great video!

Love the SWORD VIDEOS!!!

i love the fact that your doing these sword video not gonna lie i never watched your videos until i saw your katana video i love weapons and its good to see someone review weapons people get from these online websites or the mall swords that pop up so yeah love the video i hope you do more weapon reviews maybe you can do a collab video with man at arms or something that would be awesome since most the time they go into detail about how they make the weapon but when it comes to testing its not so good haha

Can you make a video on properly resharpening the swords, please? Maybe in general about how to maintain (katana) swords sharpness and protect it properly

Idk why, but sword reviews give me old RU-vid vibes. And I love it 🤝

the rating got me. subscribed dude

Yeah I love your new content after watching your katana video I went and bought a katana from swords of north shire still waiting for it to arrive at my house

Awesome video - I love your commentary and I also really enjoy the video clips with your reactions - shout out to T2

Well done dude!

I know I'm late to the party, but I just started watching your videos. As a HEMA practitioner I really appreciate your knowledge in swords and not make weird statements about European blades. Keep up the good work man!

I'm digging the fact that you got Boromir's bracers on like Aragorn lol. Nice touch

I have the darksword armory anduril and I like it a lot. They changed it a bit from the movie version to make it “more functional” I’d love to see you do a video on it. They’re aren’t many good ones on RU-vid.

ngl that intro was awesome, that alone is enough for a sub XD

Really good honest review. I'm glad you don't try to bullshit just coz they gave you a sword to review.