I got this a few months ago and I have knocked down dozens of trees with it. It is very strong. With one extremely strong hit against concrete the blade only received a minor dent. The handle is very comfortable too. This sword also has a great weight to it. Over all I couldn't have been happier with this purchase.

I hate to be the stickler, but this is certainly not a broadsword. If a name is to be given to this sword, call it a scimitar or a martial arts sword. However, the sword does some serious work and is totally worth the purchase! It has great arc in the swings and will not break on you, even if you swing it like a monster!

Great sword, it is very satisfying to hit my friends with. Tough and sturdy sword with great handling, and I'm pretty sure if it hits you hard enough it could knock a tooth out. Also great practice weapon for sparing, and just for fun.

I bought myself 2 of these because I favor 2 weapon fighting. I love them. They are noticeably heavier than my other polypropylene swords, but I have become accustomed to the weight and am better for it. Once you are accustomed to the weight these swords definitely give you an advantage in a sparring match. My partners weapons bounced off of mine leaving them open for a counter. I definitely recommend them to anyone.

This is a great practice sword for the money. Not perfect balance of a real blade for swinging and stabbing motions, but suffices for practice without having to cut yourself or your training partner. As with all poly practice swords, the handles are too slippery for real swinging motions. I will probably wrap the handles for a more realistic grip. Highly recommend this company for producing affordable well made, well thought out practice swords. I ask if the company can design and produce a similar sword made to size and confirguration of a Chinese Dadao as was used during World War 2 by the Chinese soldiers. The Dadao is a wide chopping clip blade with a slight curve, a long two handed handle, and a large ring pommel. I highly encourage the Master Cutlery manufacturer to produce such a Dadao sword, as there has been a big resurgence in interest in the martial arts of the Dadao. They should be able to sell a lot of these. I know I could sell to many Dadao afficinados here. Thanks for making such a great product at such reasonable affordable prices

I just got this sword the shipping only took 4 days, so great shipping. to begin with this sword is awesome for sparring it has some weight to it the you will need armor to spar. The handle is great also the blade is very sturdy. Overall thanks Budk!

great sword, love how it's light weighted and durable.

This sword is very solid. My only wish is that it didn't scrape so easy. But only when you hit rocks. Its an awesome practice sword.