My Top 5 Budget Swords - High Value for Money

Lately I've focused more on higher end swords, but this time it's all about affordable options.
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1. Cobra Steel Kindjal by Windlass Steelcrafts
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2. Condor Bush Cutlass (now Naval Cutlass)
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3. Devil's Edge Xiphos
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4. Scimitar / shamshir by Windlass Steelcrafts
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5. Hanwei Tinker longsword
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[@Lugg187]

"The easiest method to sharpen a sword; hard to mess up." Skall, you underestimate my utter incompetence.

[@Skallagrim]

Well, I didn't say *impossible* to mess up, so there is still room for glorious accomplishments of fail. :) Joking aside, I bet you're too hard on yourself anyway.

[@iaarsoismdiab7620]

진유리 You don't need to sharpen it, you can just end them rightly by throwing pommels.

[@farisarrazi1200]

Lojm Fox news

[@farisarrazi1200]

oops typo

[@stormcrowlegendary3512]

That makes it a throwing knife combo. Vast improvement. End them bestly.

[@tythus654]

When you're so poor, that watching a budget sword showcase shatters your dream of owning a functional sword...

[@Uwe040]

Jakub Masalski Just ordered two. But well they are Katanas... So more decorativ pieces to me...

[@ethanflint750]

I feel you

[@bigkingcurd]

Tube98 I’m sure that made him feel better about his poverty and the inability to grab one. Knowing that you had two probably made him feel a lot better about his lack of one. Hahaha

[@pops1878]

Angron's Stepson Haha, what a dick lmao

[@Fiskie666]

Use a wooden stick. It's great fun and you can use it with friends that wear hockey gear.

[@d33b33]

Last time Skall made a list like this Kult of Athena raised the price on all of his recommendations.

[@JaesWasTaken]

Or people started buying them and they had to adjust their pricing based on the demand coming in vs their available inventory.

[@d33b33]

ghost211323 If they were a hotel running out of rooms, yes, but a merchant usually orders more stock. They're dependent on manufacturers, of course, but a big fish like Athena surely has some clout with them. It's an unusual thing to do, price gauging yourself. Stopped me from buying. Well, that and the shipping oversea.

[@akaaoife2312]

+Daniel van Slooten ikr 60 euros in the netherlands

[@Fede_uyz]

its called supply and demand... if deman rises, so do prices

[@akaaoife2312]

best yes

[@shutthefluffup]

"Budget Swords" "200+ US dollars" *Heart Breaks*

[@dangerdork718]

Get a job and save $20 a week for 10 weeks

[@brianmincher716]

High end swords are often a grand or more, $200 is very much at the low end of the range for functional battle ready steel.

[@Almighty_Mage]

And then you have to buy a decent scabbard...

[@bw5020]

@@Almighty_Mage I feel like that is SUPER underrated comment...A good scabbard is essential

[@TheSilverWolf1998]

The number 1 spot is just under $60

[@thraxhunter1450]

How do you use a sword with a fixed pommel? Just throw it pommel-first? I don't understand.

[@icannon6611]

Murder stroke

[@candiedapple1860]

Thrax Hunter Use the blade grabbing techniques instead!

[@matoro2917]

Red Tamaguchi it's half-swording

[@candiedapple1860]

Matoro Ah, yes! Thank you, I thought that was, but I wasn't quite sure and didn't want to look incompetent.

[@matoro2917]

Red Tamaguchi You're welcome

[@CommissarJake]

Suddenly reminds me how much mass produces swords go for, when I can easily get a razor sharp falchion from a blacksmith in poland for about 80 euros. Just yeah, mass produced stuff isn't the only way to go, you can find some awesome single person black smiths cranking out some awesome kit.

[@tamlandipper29]

Link!

[@nathanholmstead9735]

I would love a contact number or email of a good knife sword Smith with reasonable pricing.

[@nmac1563]

Please, please give me the contact info for the 80 euro blacksmith. It would be much appreciated 😊

[@jairogarcia5513]

plss man is there websites to buy actual swords that work that ARENT katanas????

[@michaelpauly2598]

Dammit Skall. I'm trying to be a responsible frugal American father and husband. I'm disturbed that my current edged weapons only include a nice Ontario knife company Marine raider bowie and a simple tomahawk. (I'm an American, my weapons mostly go "bang") Trying to figure a way to justify a sword. Defense against ogres? Goblins? The undead? I'll figure it out, probably need to save up for an Albion War Knife. My Germanic blood calls for it. Mach Schnell!!

[@Skallagrim]

Defense against undead ogrish goblins... Quite essential.

[@granthagen2996]

Letter opener

[@riograndedosulball248]

Can opener?

[@matthewbennett1972]

Michael Pauly I like the look of the Albion yeoman. And I feel your comments in my soul.

[@keirfarnum6811]

Michael Pauly Zombie Apocalypse!

[@AJ-kj1go]

I bought a Katana from Cold Steel, it only cost 1k (after 50% off) and weighs in at a cool 20 lbs, mostly because of the ornate spikey skull handle.

[@MrBrightAngel]

I literally loled, good job there

[@Askorti]

Now that is quite a bargain!

[@TheRPGentleman]

+Thomas Middleton Have you tested it on a full grown hog yet? It should split that piggy clean in half.

[@papadragon6975]

only if he weighs as much as lynn tompson. the fat stores samurai souls

[@DJDocsVideos]

I spilled my drink, thanks good sir

[@andy897221]

the cheapest katana can cut any high-end sword in half with the super anime power hidden within

[@TheAnonymmynona]

especialy the unsharpend ones

[@AsterixKearn]

andy897221 Only if it's zombie green.

[@noggie]

TheAnonymmynona Katanas can not be unsharpened. It's physically impossible.

[@tristansittler3615]

and it has to have skulls etched into the blade

[@Crytica.]

It also needs to glow a scary red light.

[@danieltukua4527]

My parents got me the Gladuis for Christmas. I'm so glad I showed this to my dad. Thanks for making the video in the first place man!

[@kaidrescher6321]

1:43 so basically a starter lvl 1 sword both in looks and result.

[@grayKT]

And I still can't afford it xD

[@phoebusapollo8365]

@@grayKT you can put 10 dollars aside every week and within a few months you’ll have it (assuming you have a steady source of income)

[@stoneryoda9377]

5:33 my old sword "STING" here take it take it made by the elves you know

[@justinsims7935]

...I'm not sure that is a sword Bilbo...

[@mattbrown5511]

Thank you the review of affordable, reasonably priced blades for those of us on a severely restricted budget.

[@SnoutBaron]

That intro, every damn time. It's so good.

[@vsoco4921]

Hey Skall! There's a pommel arrow mod on Skyrim Nexus...

[@akaaoife2312]

vsoco HOW IS IT CALLED!!! I NEED THAT IN MY LIFE!!

[@vsoco4921]

www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/80273/?

[@theaussiebogan9680]

vsoco GOTTA GET IT

[@lukaslambs5780]

Thanks for understanding how your subs feel about swords! We love them but the money is an issue for many

[@mt_baldwin]

I own the cobra steel sickle sword version and it's got rubber grip scales with a knife like exposed full tang. Thank you for introducing me to the cobra steel line.

[@observationsfromthebunker9639]

Thanks for giving the reviews for us budget-minded reviewers.

[@jorgefernandez6407]

I saw your review on the Kindjhal and I must say... SOLD!!! On order as we speak! Thank you...

[@CeroToTheFace]

Thanx Skallagrim! just made my first purchase from Kult of Athena. picked um a wicked cheap tanto

[@tarheelskk]

that 60 frames looks amazing! very professional!

[@chancevance1641]

Thanks for the video Skallagrim. It made finding a Fathers Day present easy.

[@ForgeofSouls]

your intro is so badass, feel like it should be up for longer...goofy thing to say but I just like it

[@roahnscifinutter8683]

3:11 Picked up one of their tinker spare sword blades and I have to agree with you, Skall. They're not bad for the money and they're nice for a bash. The missus wants to put a sword together but she doesn't have the forging experience and everything is currently buried after the move. We're trying one of those so I can put the crossguard and pommel together later while she does the handle from a nice hardwood and leather.

[@austinbires6853]

I have the new condor Naval Cutlass. It's my favorite thing ever. Cuts like a beast 💪.

[@feilox]

finally budget swords! I've waited 2 years for this

[@Insanemembrane93]

I appreciate your insights. very happy you made a video like this.

[@dagniforgefyre6660]

you might look at some of the "combat commander" lines from United cutlery. I personally own the Gladius from them and it was ~30.00 usd and it is nice and sturdy with a very sharp point (the weight of the blade was enough to pierce a soda bottle) the edge is not the sharpest but I've cut 3in wide saplings with no damage. the balance is pretty good. I have used some others from the same line such as the cutlass and tanto and both were very nice weapons as well for way cheaper than they should be.

[@aqui1ifer]

Dagni ForgeFyre - I’d agree, I have one as well, no problems with mine whatsoever. I’m sure we don’t abuse our examples like skall would, but it would be interesting to get his thoughts on it compared to the Cobra Steel Kindjal or the Conder Cutlass.

[@ColonelEviscerator]

My question is this, have you done any videos about proper care and sharpening of swords?

[@junichiroyamashita]

ColonelEviscerator i think he did that

[@joshjonas1868]

ColonelEviscerator I didn't see the link in the descrition like he said he would but I believe there is a video for that.

[@ColonelEviscerator]

***** Except there is no link in the desc.

[@ColonelEviscerator]

***** Wasn't intending to come across that way, but you jumped off the handle so readily I really don't give a fuck how offended you are.

[@Skallagrim]

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[@KFKale]

Skall, great video, but I have a question... How much do you want for that magnificent beard? I must have one of my own.

[@thecatthatgotaway]

LocJope well he gave three chickens and a fine cow for it, so theres no telling what it would take for him to part with it

[@Lttlemoi]

I now imagine you having an environmentally controlled glass display case on a pedestal in the middle of your living room, with nice indirect lighting that adapts to the season and some power metal playing in the background, waiting to be filled with Skalls glorious facial hair.

[@WoM]

Mr. Skall, not sure why I haven't asked you this yet and I noticed that they just updated their website. Do you have any experience or opinions of Angelsword swords considering how they boast that they make the worlds most durable swords?

[@logannevins1959]

FM LR never stopped anyone before

[@kylestanley7843]

I remember them, it intrigues me to see what they can make. Skall should definitely try one.

[@link319XX]

Skall you should make a video talking about your top 5 favorite/recommended makers to buy from!

[@doomthekid9666]

Thank you for uploading this I really like the second one.

[@deadoon]

Personally have a Musashi Iaito, the only annoying part is that I had to use a little fishing hook to get the plastic cover on the blade out of the saya because it got stuck to the inside during shipping. The fit is quite good, no moving parts, 2 pegs rather than the usual cheap sword 1, and the lock to the saya is quite reliably tight.

[@LFTDLorax02]

I did buy a Musashi as an entry level and I do love it. It's not the cheap $50 one but it's not the super expensive either. I have a cousin who's a 5 degree black belt and weapons master and he said that he uses $100 Katana. Obviously skill plays very highly into him being able to wield something like that. But I do know that the modern steels are way better than what the original Katana's were made with so you can go cheaper and don't need a $3000 Katana. But I definitely want an every day home defense type sword. Love your channel +Skallagrim!!!!

[@theheretic2494]

Try reviewing the Windlass Darksword. It's a functional fantasy design sword that I think would make a fun video! It's fairly cheap and hardly anyone has reviewed it. Keep up the good work!

[@lbrinson0002]

Appreciate your knowledge it's a big help, thanks!

[@benjaminjohnson6936]

It would be cool if you did a video like this, but for HEMA training weapons instead of sharps. I realize that's pretty difficult, given the number of different weapon types/trainers out there, but maybe something like "Top Steel Longsword blunt simulators" or "Top nylon arming swords" or something. Thanks for the great content as always- cheers!

[@SwitchFeathers]

Skal, serious question: What are your thoughts on Deepeeka? I ask because I've heard a lot of negative things regarding them, but I received a Deepeeka rapier today as an early Christmas gift (my partner blackmailed Santa) and aside from a few rough areas around the handle that I was able to sand down smooth in a matter of minutes, the sword seems to be a really solid piece. Well balanced, strong construction, durable blade, and a nice leather scabbard to boot. Do you have an opinion on the company?

[@shadowdeslaar]

5 years later bro. Tell me about it. I am thinking of getting a Roman Gladius form Deepeka.

[@freyadraginda-burnett9781]

I'm eying up the xiphos and cobra steel, those two in particular are quite beautiful,to me anyway, and you yourself said they are quite well built, especially considering the price, and you are incredibly critical, which means they seem to me to be a good buy. gonna do a bit more research before I buy anything though

[@danielj.paumen5888]

The bush saber, as he said was made by condor. They are a known for machetes. I have a few of their machetes. That's how I started cutting. The Sword-machete hybrid is a good place to start. Cold steel has a few but I don't have personal experience with those.

[@nosrin1988]

I love modern "tactical" swords (I really do like synthetic handle material like G10 and the like.) I have the Honshu Dadao which I haven't put through any rough tests but I'm quite happy with it and I really want the Cobra Steel Lakonia from the Cobra Steel line he mentions in the number one slot. I love the short recurved blade style of it. What I typically thing of when I think of a Gladius, but I hate traditional gladius handles so. The cheap modern tactical version of one is awesome to me.

[@zephyrbiscuit4547]

This was an amazingly helpful video.

[@smeefbeef367]

CURVED. SWORDS.

[@jimping7064]

Tristan Heath wololo

[@iraqigamer2407]

And it has a really good Damage.

[@I0kcguitarassasin]

DARKMOON. BLADE.

[@smeefbeef367]

I0kcguitarassasin what is that from? one of your animes or mangos?

[@jimping7064]

I0kcguitarassasin SMEG. BOY.

[@doratheexploder286]

The Cold Steel 1796 light cav saber can be found online for just around $200 now too, it`s a decent one for backyard cutting.

[@solomonkane408]

Awesome video man and I always learn so much from . My question is do you have a machete video and if not what do you recommend as a more defensive machete or just a good one in general?

[@rayleamon1927]

Do you recommend the Windlass Battlecry collection? Im currently looking at a basket-hilt sword in that collection, but I want to know if its good before I make the purchase

[@Red_Proton]

I’m very interested in an update to this for the "battle ready" swords. Maybe "Top 10 Under $300/600/1000." Maybe have different blade lengths and/or "categories," honorable mentions, really good but more than $300/600/1000.

[@stevenrobertson9583]

Just wanted to say I thank you for sharing knowledge with us. Because there are so many guys on the internet, comes across as if they are the “Authority” on all things with swords! Can’t stand it! Once again thank you for coming across as , “This is what I believe, ...this...”!

[@ArtekGeneral]

6:52 Is that a freakin' Follower Sabre from Dark Souls 3? Farron Followers struggle with money, i see.

[@JohnWick-wi9rs]

Hey small I was wondering if you could recommend some good mid to high level sword makers that produce bastard swords. I've been looking but can't really find mid to high grade companies. Thank you.

[@Kaasbaas045]

Can someone PLEASE tell me; That pirate logo in the back ground, the skull is wearing a scarf over its head with what seems to be a ring at the end of it? What is this called or how can I see more pictures of pirates wearing something similar? Big thanks

[@khandkersabahatrizvee8417]

could you explain how long swords were used with shilds i have always found the to be too long.

[@GraveFiller613]

I think this would make for a good series or yearly video.

[@marcodegiovanni3696]

Good list, I prefer the Condor Dadao to the Cutlass but both arte good and affordable

[@jimmyrustler8983]

First sword I ever bought was an M1898 Dutch Naval Cutlass. The basket hilt and some of the foible were cut off by a Japanese soldier though, and used as a machete.

[@diegocorrales844]

Thank you for the video. Could you do the same or similar video but for strictly katanas? As you said yourself, so many manufacturers are producing them for lower prices. With so many, it's hard to know which are good. Hopefully you can help.

[@wariv7746]

Hi skall great vid ty. one question what do you think about the swords from medievalshoppe? they are used by ThegnThrand (youtubers) and as they are an Australian shop (I'm Australian) they are my cheapest option due to shipping but I don't want to waste my money so any thoughts you have would be much appreciated.

[@docshelley1969]

I was wondering what company would you recommend for a "battle ready" Gladius? Preferably a 'Maintz' version? Thanks and great vid :-)

[@Aiuralion]

Fascinating. I think I might get the Cobra Steel Kopis.

[@Aiuralion]

Oooh, wait - Postage to the UK costs more than the item itself, and it'll probably get confiscated.

[@1letusplay]

Hey Skal. I'm looking to get my first sword and have to go budget (saving up to go back to school). I am considering the devil's edge xiphos or the navel cutlass. I currently have no HEMA experience but will be getting the books you recommended in one of your other videos to get me started and am looking for a sword for cutting practice. Should I get one or the other or are they roughly on par with each other for what I want to use them for.

[@fa-ajn9881]

Love the videos - you gave the devils edge xiphos and kopis very positive reviews, what do you think of their short kopis? The handle is radically different and not sure how to feel about it myself, also it's $60 on cult of athena.

[@tortoiseoverlord8241]

The honshu spartan seems like a good option. The handle has really nice ergonomics and grip texture, the blade itself wasn't ridiculously long but it still has decent reach and it's overall surprisingly high quality for a budget sword

[@mansonandsatanrock]

Yeah, as long as you don't abuse Honshu products, they should be fine. By abuse I mean wood, or anything harder than that. Obviously if you bash it against metal or concreate, things will go wrong fast, but that's the same with super high end swords as well, or any knife.

[@gamefish718]

Hey Skall, is the Hanwei Tinker longsword usable for full-speed steel sparring straight out of the package, or do you have to make some modifications for it to be usable?

[@jaded_dreiko4225]

I am just starting to get into collecting and I was curious..is shinwa a good company to buy a sword from?

[@RoaringEgg]

Can someone explain to me the singing sword in "free the darkness" by kel kade? Supposedly this is based of a actual weapon but I can't find info on it. (Only info I got from the book is that it's a momentum based curved blade that takes a master to make it "sing")

[@tylerpitasi1843]

Hey skal, have you made any videos on general blade maintenance? Like oiling and keeping it in good condition.

[@xarzu]

Good video. Good presentation. Thanks.

[@wtfwhoisthisguy]

avoid the Hanwei tinker, the nut frequently comes loose and rounds easily. Further if you are using it for HEMA, expect chunks to start getting taken out of your blade leaving dangerous sharp kinks.

[@J0HN_3_16]

Hanwei uses soft 1060 or 1045 steel.

[@brianrauch2770]

Has anyone heard of the Smokey Mountain Knife Works. it is a huge store with knives swords camping equipment and a "artifact room" on the lower level. they have regular items that are always available and they have vendor stalls. you have local, and not so local blacksmiths selling knives, swords, axes, and occasionally someone is selling pole arms. I bought a Dao for around $220 from a new vendor. it was pretty good and I have had it for 2 years and I have managed to chop down a Cape Myrtle Tree with it and its still pretty much new however after practicing the forms most mornings for about an hour and occasional test cutting the handle came unwrapped so i had to re wrap it and the blade looks almost brand new there is a little roll from the Cape Myrtle tree through.

[@JohnDoe-qx3zs]

Nice. That's your 3rd top 6 undersold as a top 5.

[@Don_Camillo]

Had you also ever learned the different arts of fencing with saber, florett, rapier ? I would like to buy them all too, but i could only use it as room decoration.

[@SBVCP]

Hey skal, do you know a way to make sheats for sarracen scimitar (like the hybrid gorgeous - not so sarracen - raven armory one) and also if you know, which is your opinion on the best (sorry for the totalitarims-...and the abd english- expresion) one handed sword (light, that can stand more than a few "strikes" but still, good enough for a fairly decent slashing - the better, the, well, better - so i was thinkin on a design, between a gladius, the mentioned raven scimitar and a kukri, but less overwhelming. i dont want it to be more than 70 cm nor less than 50 ( moreless, im not that stric) and with good balanced pommerm a guard that works BUT one that allow me to move freely my hand. also, the "hand rest" sorry for that, at least 14-17 cm so y can use it with both hands too

[@p3l1k44n1]

What sword should i get if i want a sword that's easy to maintain, works like a jack of all trades, just a basic sword that's designed for hard use. I also don't want it to ever bend so it has to be springy steel. How much would it cost? Also the pummel needs to be removable so i can end thy rightly.

[@dartheternal4078]

I've got a question: Can you do heavy dueling with the Condor Cutlass?

[@soberimd831]

You should check out the CS Gladius machete. I know you aren't a huge fan of CS, but the one I got seems rather well-made for the price.

[@ridesimulation3474]

Hey I have a katana but can't find out if it's real or a replica how do you tell?

[@123edwardzpad]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@jculpep3]

I did some research on the Windlass scimitar/shamshir, and apparently Cold Steel's version actually uses the same blade, from the same manufacturer. Theirs has a better scabbard and fittings--the handle is made from whatever their fancy high-impact plastic is. With a little research, the Cold Steel model can be found for only a little more money than the Windlass version, with all the better stuff.

[@geomondiale1768]

Greetings from the US. I am interested in a quality Italian rapier and dagger set. Where would you recommend I look?

[@DarthPulven]

Do you know of eny good viking swords for cheap. ? especialy from europe ? since ordering form usa would cost alot in customs. not only shipping.. hehe for use and decorative.

[@Isheian]

Wonder what an update would look like and where the Baryonyx Kingfisher would place on it. Did we ever get a part two to that blade?

[@Flapjack-vh6yc]

So like you said there are hundreds type of katanas. I'm new to this so I want to buy a katana for a decent price but idk where to buy one and who can I trust to buy from . I'm willing to spend 200 dollars for a great katana something that won't wobble or any loose parts just something really reliable just for display and swing around . I would appreciate any responds thank you

[@iraqifoodcart8447]

8:56 If you've ever played For Honor you might say that sword is *INCREDIBILIS!*

[@PatrisDev]

I recommend checking the other Cobra Steel designs. I have the wakizashi, and it's a nice piece for the price. My only complaints are that the sheath is not really secure and that the blade tends to rust a bit (so oil it up well).

[@adrianmalinowski1073]

That number 5 blunt ver is ideal to start practice with longswords imo.

[@Rokolith]

Skallgrim, can you recommend a rapier that is good price for money? Thank you

[@Ultramasterjedi]

I just got the Hanwei tinker longsword the other day. I love it, and plan on customizing the shit out of it

[@adityawath1229]

Skall make a video about your Favourite sword, that you might have or want to own even if you haven't handled it up until now. Please!!

[@teabreath4703]

A video of realistic, heat of the moment sword drawing into a cut would be really cool

[@NSAJ33]

Can you do a vid on quality Celtic/ Viking sword choice vid for a man looking to buy only one or two good swords? Thanks for your time and patience!

[@BATTLEMAD241]

I have a question for you skallgrim. what do you think about gladius swords?

[@Grimdarklul]

Would you say the Simbad Scimitar from Condor would be well made or decent and practical?

[@ripussr1766]

Could you review the US marine combat sword? I bought one off Amazon for $38 and some change, I'd like to know your opinions on it. I'm kinda upset because it's only a 19 inch blade which anything under two feet I consider machete. Don't like the sheath but I need something to defend myself and get people turning their heads when I walk down the street. I'll get a longer and better sword when I have the money. But I would like to know your thoughts on this sword.

[@tobywillis3408]

Hey Skall, do you intend to get a decent quality sabre in the future? I noticed you don't seem to have one, they just seem like they would be good for cutting.

[@juanpablogonzalezs.v.8319]

loved this kind of video!

[@joshrooney8521]

hey skallagrim, i recently purchased the cold steel gladius machete , it baffles me because for its price it is more functional than a historical gladius, they made the sword or machete..whatever it is mainly for slashing, the grip is awful although its full tang, could you give this a look ? i got it for less than 50 pounds

[@GTA_500]

the fit and finish of the Musashi swords may not be too good but will they keel?

[@Shabanezloth]

Hey Skall are you planning on making a "weapons collection uptade"? Considering your last weapons collection video was in January 2015 (unless I missed one), it might be nice to make an uptade 2 years later.

[@vcxlll]

ahh.. wish they still made the condor bush cutlass. man. i can't find any anymore and the new "naval" variant is double the price.