Sorry for the lateness of my reply, I didn't see that I had a reply 'till now. Yes, that is the axe I'm looking for. Anyone know where I can get one?
I looked for my listed, and I found an old draft, I don't know if it's all there, and I know some of the links are dead now. Plus it's missing the Buffy part, but for what it's worth, here you go:
ANGEL: Guide to Prop Weapons and more (lot's of pics)
First, a word, or two, on "edged weapons" in general. An "edged weapon" is any weapon that ......well..... has an edge, like Swords, knives, axes, etc. As a collector of "edged weapons" you should be aware, that there are 3 majeure quality levels, for most collectable "edged weapons." Though, there are actually many, sub, quality levels, these 3 are the most important to know, when starting out. Keep in mind that most places, that sell these weapons, will not list them as belonging to these categories, they are tittles that the collectors, themselves, usually give the items, to denote the quality of the weapon.
1. "Battel Ready" These are, just about, any "edged weapon" made of high-end Carbon Steel. Yes, I said Carbon Steel. And yes, it is a pain to take care of, but it's also, far more flexible, and resilient, then Stainless Steel. Weapons in this category tend to be much more expensive, and harder to find. There referred to as "Battel Ready" because they are just that, fit for battel. They can go toe, to toe, with another "Edged Weapon," and though you might not make it through the fight, your weapon probably will. These swords must be oiled regularly, and displayed, or stored, in a dry place, to avoid rust.
2. "Wale Hangers" (group 1) These are the commonly seen, and sold, Stainless Steel, weapons. Though, there are historical swords manufactured at this level, most of the time, they tend to be "fantasy" pieces, mint to recreate a weapon from a film, TV show, or the creation of a "Fantasy" weapon designer. These weapons, wall very sharp, and still very dangerous, are not fit for battel, as they are very brittle, and if pitted against another weapon, will splinter and/or shatter, into pieces. These swords, tend to be a little less expensive, and easier to care for, then there Carbon Steel counterparts, so if your just going to hang it on your wale, and forget it, these maybe right up your ally.
3. "Wale Hangers" (group 2) These are knockoffs, of the more quality "Wall Hangers". Just about every weapon, offered by a majeure "Wale Hanger" manufacturer, like "United Cutlery" for instance, is also offered in a knockoff version by an over seas manufacture. Some of these knockoffs, bearly look like there more expensive counterparts, wall others, really cant be told from the more expensive alternatives. The quality of materials used for these weapons, tends to be a bit less then the more expensive versions, but if your just going to hang them on the wall, why not save some money? And, where not talking a dime, or two, either. These knockoffs, usually, sell for far less the genuine article.
Wall, we have tried to, when posable, provide you with links to places that sell these items, in a variety of quality levels, these sites change often, and stock changes every day. So, if the links bellow, no longer take you to the object in question, then just do a quickie search of your own. This is not an end point for your collecting fun, it's just a posable starting point. Most of these items can still be found on ebay, at flee-markets, and sword shops. If they don't have them in stoke, be sure to ask if they can order them for you. It also doesn't hurt, to sign up for the free catalogs, offered buy "edged weapons" dealers, like "Atlanta Cutlery" or "Museum Replicas".
Also please keep in mind, that a number of these items can be very dagger's. The weapons listed here, are not toys. We do not condone, or encourage careless, or reckless, handling of these items, and we will not be held responsible for any miss use of these items.
NOTE: I have not ordered from any of the sites listed in this thread, and do not vouch for there reliability, security, availability, etc. I strongly suggest that you use this thread as a starting point for your own search.
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
This is the "Irish Sword" formerly offered through "Museum Replicas". Though there version is no longer for sale, these classic swords do show up on ebay, at flee-markets, and even the occasional sword shop.
Or, there is a, less then accurate, knockoff here:
http://budk.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_BK267
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(pic from "Belonging")
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(pic from "Belonging")
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(pic from "Couplet")
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(pic from "That Vision Thing")
This, in my mind, is more of a signature sword for the show. It was used throughout the series, including the opening credits for a number of years. It is a replica, of a "Medieval Short Sword". The replica used in the show was manufactured by "Del Tin", and they still make them for sale today.
Very similar replicas were offered by "Museum Replicas" and "Factory X", both of witch are currently out of production. However, if you look around, there are a few sword shops, and web sites, that have been clearancing these swords out, and they often sell for less then $80. (A reel steel, considering that the "Del Tin" Version sells for well over $350. and up)
This is a great sword, because not only is it an Angel prop, but very similar swords were seen in "Dracula" (the 90's version) and a number of other films. Not to mention, it is a replica, of a style of sword, that has a rich, real word, history of its own.
You can read about, and order, the "Del Tin" version used in the show, here:
http://albion-swords.com/swords/deltin/sword-dt2140.htm
You can read about the "Museum Replicas" version, and the real antique sword, here:
http://www.myarmoury.com/review_mrl_medshort.html
Note: The "Factory X" version is sold as "The Sword of Dracula", and comes with a coffin shaped plaque)
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
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(Pic from "Fredless")
This is actually an oriental "Red Ceremonial TA-chi" manufactured by "United Cutlery". And, though it is currently out of production, it can be found for sale on a few web sites, at some sword shops, and even at some flee-markets. Here are a few of the sites that carry it:
http://www.swordsdirect.com/uc1107.html
Or, here:
http://www.midnightpark.com/swordsource/united/UC1186.htm
Or, you could always go with, the less then accurate, knockoff, found here:
http://budk.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_BK570
(Don't let the bad pic on that last site full you. The sword is red, though it is a shade, or two, darker then the "United Cutlery" version, used on the show. This version also has fewer symbols on the scabbard)
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(pic from "Belonging")
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(pic from "Belonging")
This is a "Celtic War Sword" and you can get a decent knockoff, found here: (The sword on the following site, is a short sword, and the one on the show, is a long sword. Though this site no longer offers the long version, it is out there, if you look for it.)
http://budk.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_BK225
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These are all creations of Kit Rea, manufactured, and distributed, through "United Cutlery". I've listed the tittles bellow, and links for the ones I could find.
1. Medusa Dagger w / Display
http://www.cbswords.com/product_info.php/c.../products_id/70?
2. Sword of Shadows
http://www.cbswords.com/product_info.php/c.../products_id/36
3. Sword of Light
http://www.cbswords.com/product_info.php/c.../products_id/35
4. Sword of Darkness
http://www.cbswords.com/product_info.php/c.../products_id/33?
5. Though I can't tell for sure from this pic with particular dagger this is, it is definitely either a Kit Rea, or Gil Hibben, and with a better screen cap, I could tell you witch one.
You also my find many of these items here:
http://www.onestopknifeshop.com/store/unit...ry-kit-rae.html
and, here:
http://www.unitedcutlery.com/shop/site/ven...B74045A752B9C67
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These are just standard sai's and can be found, or order from, at just about, any sword shop, flee-market, or in a sword catalog, or of course ebay.
Here's a cheep pair that, wall not an exact match, will give you an idea of what we're talking about
http://budk.com/product.asp?pn=D2311
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(Pic from "I've got you under my skin")
This is a classic "Scottish Dirk".
You can find it under "BONNY SCOTTISH DIRK" Item # 400806 at museumreplicas.com
Or, a good looking knockoff (if you ignore the scabbard) can be found here:
http://budk.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_SZ3251
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(pic from "That Vision Thing")
This mace was offered by "Museum Replicas", but it is currently out of production.
There is a nice knockoff here: (once there, you'll have to scroll down to the "Flanged Battle Mace")
http://www.swordsdirect.com/battle-maces.html
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(pic from "That Vision Thing")
The Dagger in this picture, is one that has made an appearance, or two, on Buffy. It's known as the "Round Table Dagger", and was manufactured by United cutlery.
Here's a places you my still be able to find it, if you scroll down to where it says "ROUND TABLE KNIFE WITH SHEATH" #UC0969S:
http://www.unitedcutlery.com/shop/site/ven...77DB0684FED1EEC
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(pic from "Expecting")
go to the following site, for this axe (once there, you'll have to scroll down to the "Lifesaving Axe")
http://www.swordsdirect.com/axes.html
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
1. Katar
2. War hammer
3. Jambia Knife
Though, exact, matches for these three weapons have not, been found (yet) the names are correct, so a simple search should turn up a number of similar items.
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(Pic from "Not Fade Away")
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(Pic from "Not Fade Away")
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(Pic from "Not Fade Away")
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(Pic from "Not Fade Away")
The knife that killed Wes, is a Kukri. A lot of Kukri style knives, have two large brass pins through the handle. These pins hold the two halves of the handle, to the tang. (the tang is the portion of the blade that extends the full length of the handle). However, these pins are not visible on the Kukri used in the show, and that has helped us narrow it down to just a few candidates. The front runners are:
officers Kukri
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The "Officers Kukri" sold through AtlantaCutlery.com. (item # 400022)
"Assam Riflers Kukri"
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And the "Assam Riflers Kukri" also sold by AtlantaCutlery.com. (item # 400578)
Personally, I like the "Officers Kukri" best for this prop. The color, shape, size, and overall design, is a nice match for the one used in the show. Whereas the "Assam Riflers Kukri", is a little too large, the color seems a bit too light, and it has a lien's head emblem on the pommel, that I just don't see on the real prop.
If you don't care about the scabbard, or side knifes, a local knife/sword shop should be able to order a similar knife, with out all the frills, for a little less.
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(German Halberd / Voulge Item # 600320 at museumreplicas.com)
There's one of these, in with one of the ANGEL action figures, and it may have been in the show. Though Museum Replicas" no longer seems to carry this item, at least not under this item number, it is out there if you look for it.
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
These are "Fu (foo) Dog" bookends, but unfortunately this model is no longer in production.
BTW, the magazines crack photo/editing teem chose to highlight the above pic, not realizing that the pic is of the butt end, of the dogs. :lol The front end is here:
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
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These are old Art-Deco lamps, and they show up on ebay from time to time.
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(Pic from ANGEL magazine issue 2)
Here's a freebie copy of the pic I whipped up for everyone. Neither of these are 100%, but there not bad, and you have your choice of, with fence,
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Or with fence.
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They both could use a little cleaning up around the roof, but there not bad for freebies.
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And, here is some Buffy stuff.
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This is Faith's knife from the show. It's a creation of Gil Hibben, and distributed through "United Cutlery" under the name "The Jackal". Here are a few examples of where you might find it:
http://www.swordsdirect.com/daggers.html
http://www.knife-depot.com/knife-3261.html
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This is "Dog's" sword from season 5. It's the "sword Of Shadows" created by Kit Rea, distributed, and manufactured by "United Cutlery".
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This is of course is the sword that Buffy used to kill angle in the episode "Becoming, part 2". It is a classic, Medieval, Spanish design. Though, it's not hard to find a number of very similar swords on the market, there is going to be a licensed replica of it released by "Factory X" later this year.
Note. "Factory X" also planes on releasing a licensed replica of the Slayer Scythe, in the final episodes of Buffy's season 7.
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These are basic plastic cups found at most dollar stores, grocery stores, and bulk stores, like Sam's club. There a fun prop, because not only where they used throughout the Buffy series, but they show up in numerous TV show, movies, and commercials. Not to mention, there dirt cheep. I picked up like 20 of them for a dollar. You can't beet that.
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This is the album "Loaded" by "The Velvet Underground", and though I haven't found a copy for my self, to buy, it is normally available at thrift stores, yard sales, flee-markets, ebay, and vintage record shops.
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This is a classic "Claddagh" ring, used in the show. Wall these rings are vary common, and easily found on ebay, at flee-markets, and just about any jewelry dealer, be very careful that you get the correct one. There are thousands of variations on this style of ring, so it can be tricky getting this exact ring, but they are out there.
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This is just a Witch Pez dispenser. I picked up 4 or 5 just like it, at a flee-market last summer, for $1. each. It's a nice cheep prop, and a nice reminder of Willow and Oz's relationship.
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Here's another easy one, this is just a simple, yellow, computer disk. We all have these laying around, and if not, you can get one cheep. But, be careful, it just might have the translation of the spell to re-insole Angel. :lol
Jason
