Cold Steel Training Sword - Made of High-Impact Polypropylene, Black

Weight: just over 2# on my kitchen scale. Considering historical arming swords were ~2.5-3# this is reasonable for approximating metal sword use. The blade is thick which makes it sturdy but slower to swing and the point of balance is farther forward than a metal sword. The sword has a sharp point on it that makes thrusting maneuvers dangerous but that can be remedied with some sanding or filing. Overall this is a good training tool and can facilitate fun backyard activity for exercise or to whack your buddy (in a safe manner). You're not likely going to use this in any organized tournament activity, so accept it for what it is.

Just the best prop sword and training sword I have super sturdy fastening stay on even when put under extreme abuse love this thing

I purchased this sword for some fun swordplay with my kids, and let me tell you, it's been an absolute hit!The first thing that struck me was the realistic feel and size of the sword. My kids were over the moon when they held it for the first time – they couldn't believe how authentic it felt. Despite its initial plastic appearance, this sword is incredibly sturdy and durable. I was pleasantly surprised by its robust construction; it's practically unbreakable!Having gone through numerous wood and plastic swords in the past, I was concerned about durability. However, this sword has surpassed all expectations. It's been through countless play sessions and still looks as good as new.Safety is always a top priority, so we use a hay dummy for practice rather than engaging in direct combat. This ensures that the kids can have fun without any risk of injury.Not only has this sword provided endless entertainment for my kids, but now they all want one of their own! It's great to see them having so much fun while staying safe.Overall, I highly recommend this sword for anyone looking for a durable, realistic, and safe option for swordplay with kids. It's a purchase that's brought us hours of joy and excitement, and I'm sure it will continue to do so for years to come.

I don't have much to add that other reviewers haven't already said. I really like this trainer a lot. It looks authentic and is pretty detailed. It feels good when you hold it. But it does seem heavy for a one-handed sword, which could be good for building up the muscles in your arm. But unless you're extremely strong, don't expect to be re-enacting any Lord of the Rings battle scenes at full speed with it. Also, the band that holds the removable cross guard on was pretty hard to slide all the way down the blade. But it's still a pretty cool training sword.

I totally love this practice sword. I have the real thing as well and it’s comparable in most aspects. However, the real thing is a little bit lighter and has better tip control. However the heavier weight helps to build muscle so that the real thing feels even lighter. It’s extremely durable, solid and well built and I would definitely buy it again, as a matter of fact I think I might buy another one so I can spar with friends. The only thing I don’t like about it is the blade is a little thick in my estimation, but this isn’t a big deal.

I ordered this sword with the intent of sparring with my younger brother who had already purchased a Cold Steel Gladius trainer and have yet to be disappointed with the quality and strength of the sword. Firstly this sword is much larger than expected which, while not a bad thing, means that it swings much slower and harder than a short sword style trainer, encouraging the user to change tactics when sparring with someone using a short sword or axe. The sword is large enough to be used with one hand on the grip and another on the pommel or can be used, albeit with less control, with single hand, a method that works marginally better in conjunction with a shield. Secondly this sword is built out of what can only be described as a plastic like iron and is solid throughout including the detachable hand stop.. It will leave small cuts if it strikes a relatively sharp edge (Metal shield edge) and when smashing a cinder block the edge tends to get a bit roughed up, however I would hardly call that "Common use". Lastly the weight of these swords is a bit heavier than any wood or plastic training swords I have sparred with. Unfortunately both swords are not balanced with the point of balance a good 6 in. from the hilt.Be warned the tip is actually sharp enough to do some real damage but is fairly easy to dull.In shortPros:Built like a rockGood weight for a trainerModeled off of classic Arming Sword and works well for strength trainingCons:UnbalancedPoint is sharp enough to actually hurt someoneIf you are looking for a solidly built sword for sparring or for strength training you would be hard pressed to find a better sword!SargeSon

It is heavy like a real sword and it was easy to paint so I could use it for cosplay. I even glued a gem to the end

It's solid, it feels good in the hand, and is great for building forearm muscles and grip strength. It also looks pretty nice and has a feeling of quality to it that is hard to describe.