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Tim Killian wrote:

wrote:

Does any one know if a titanium sword would be a good weapon?

Titanium is very light and strong, but it can't be hardened enough to
hold a decent edge -- steel is much better in that regard. A blade where
titanium is the main element with an inlaid/bonded steel edge would be
awesome.

I'm not so sure about that. The mass of the weapon increases
the chance of the edge cutting through armor and clothing to actually
damage the opponent. The only time when the Titanium would be a benefit
(as I see it) would be if the sword were being wielded by someone too
small (or too far out of training) for the job. Probably the only place
where the mass does not contribute much is in a thrust.

Of course -- different styles of swords require different styles
of attacks. It might work well for an edgeless (but pointed) weapon.

It would be too light for a broadsword type of weapon under
normal circumstances.

It might be more useful as armor -- other than having less mass
to resist the transmission of energy to form bruises.

Enjoy,
DoN.

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