I bought this a long while back, and I've found it immensely useful as an indoor trainer and training aid. Never used it for sparring of any kind, can't speak to that, I use it solo when I'm exercising or working things out at home. It has been a perfect stand in for a cutlass, broadsword, saber, and even sometimes rapier. The 31' overall length is short enough that I can swing it around indoor
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