I love this sword cane and will be putting more of the original buffer inside the shaft to keep the blade from battering against the inside of the shaft/scabbard. Keep the O-ring greased and it lasts longer. For one, it's not for short people, and they really should find a way for customers to customize the height of this thing. The engraving is meticulously done.I am a very satisfied customer. Not the most durable material for a sword. Worth the investment as a everyday walking cane! Perfect function as a cane too!! The cane has enough mass and strength to defend yourself without even using the sword. But when I say heavy duty, I mean heavy period. The suction truly keeps the blade hidden until you decide to pull it out. Its appearance looks like a regular cane, so you can take it anywhere without looking suspicious.If I were ever in need of the blade, its a sturdy and long blade, I would use as a foil more than a broad sword. I use a cane to walk. My question is if I can buy replacement O-rings for it because the ones that came with it need to be replaced. 1. Almost every blade on my throwing board is a BudK blade. You can feel this when you remove or insert the blade. I had to cut it a bit to get the right height and that was easily done. But when I say heavy duty, I mean heavy period. The only problem I've found with mine is just in the rubber o-rings used to seal it in place, but I just went out got some 30 cent ones from a local hardware store, trimmed off a bit and it hasn't come loose with daily use yet. This brings me to my last point. I am going to purchase another for my brother on his birthday. You can always count on the Night Watchman Heavy Duty Sword Cane, whether it's to assist you in walking or as an extra measure of self defense. I personally did not like sword canes until my wife got this. The tip is a quite sharp point. Shorten it with scissors by the same amount you shortened the aluminum Shaft. 1) It needs to be sharpened.The tip is fine. My tube cutter was not up to the task for something this thick. Be advised if it falls, it will ding, dent, get gouged and react like anything else softer than what it hits. At first I was sceptical. Good handle shape. Very sturdy cane. As it comes from the factory the sword is very hard to draw from the cane. I like the idea of having two weapons in one. Also, I've discovered that you have to be careful and not let the sword fall out. That sword is lightning fast, and is much tougher than it looks. Need to find a way to relieve some of the pressure to draw easier. I have a pretty good feeling about that blade. I personally did not like sword canes until my wife got this. (PS. For the money they should have sharpened it. I'd recommend this to anyone. Other than that I have no complaints about this product either as a sword or a cane. What a self defense weapon also a beautiful cane God help the Villan that tries to mug me with this cane I have he will never know what hit him. Slight molding line on the handle that needed a very light filing down for comfort. In my experiance those products do not even work well as canes let alone swords. Solid construction. This is a nice sword cane, the only problem I have is it did not come with an edge. But this was the perfect height for me, as most canes leave me stooping over a little bit, hurting my back even more. Perfect function as a cane too!! great quality steel. The handle is made of grivory which is a reinforced polymer that is really durable. Then the blade is kind of wiggles a bit, not much, but it's a screw issue. I must say that the design and feel are much more than I thought a sword cane could offer. I had to get a PIPE cutter to do the job. Once honed it holds an edge until you repeatedly drag it across the inside of an aircraft aluminum shaft. Tearing me apart. The "rubber" stopper on the bottom is not rubber, if you know what rubber is. In doing this, I've dropped it on concrete well over 100 times.
They really have blown my mind with the products they have put out this year. as far as the o rings they are tight and i think they are metric.
I didn't have any problem getting the blade out fast. I wish the cane hand grip was a softer rubber like the ones you'd find on a normal Walmart cane, just because it would make walking with it and putting all your weight down more comfortable. Love this cane. It did get a rattle, but a few pieces of packing foam pushed down in the bottom has stopped the rattle; easy fix. Got the Night Watchman I'm disabled due to falling through a building and suffering multiple life altering permanant injuries in 1986 and now I need a Good Dependable cane for assistance. I have recommended it to others. BudK customer service said it cannot be shortened but they are not correct. Sturdy- nice blade- Heavy cane. Very heavy duty and just this fact it makes for great self-defense within itself. Mahalo and Aloha Robert.
Ok, now the other side: the blade is loose in the handle. I had my eye on this sword cane for a while, and finally got around to buying one. Do not be worried if there is a little bit of clicking when you wave it. I am going to purchase another for my brother on his birthday. Only retains by sliding into shaft. And since alot of times in this day & age Elderly and Handicapped people are the targets of attackers it's a Bonus to know you have a little something Extra to Help Defend Yourself. For once that is cut off you will find a Styrofoam/rubber type of piece that keeps the sword from rattling. Stopped the rattling. I have beat the crap out of this cane. I need a heavy and durable blade. I own one of the Cold Steel canes. The blade is slow to deploy - period. On the back side I has an edge that runs from the tip to a point about half way up the blade. This inconspicuous cane conceals a razor sharp 25" 1060 high carbon steel blade that is poised and ready to defend you at a moment's notice. I had to get the blade professionally sharpened by a local smith because obviously china or budk doesn't understand the meaning of razor sharp. Being a big guy, normal canes wear out quickly. Great for every day use, easy to draw, rarely makes a sound so it's nice and concealed. The overall item is very nice, just wish I didn't have to put an actual edge on it. That sword is lightning fast, and is much tougher than it looks. Many sword canes are more just toys with a loose joint. That state is Arizona. One surprise - the shaft is larger in diameter than I thought it would be. Far better than expected though. Sword canes are not legal to carry in public in all but one state. The long edge is sharpened, though to to a high degree. (Seriously, why would you put that plastic cap on it when for a dollar, it can be usable???) Overall it's a great cane and sword, I just wish the dual edged blades were sharper. The cane is sturdy and the blade is for real, (I'm not a blade expert). I have this cane and the Cold Steel sword cane and this is definitely of higher quality. The suction truly keeps the blade hidden until you decide to pull it out. I had to replace the "rubber" stopper on the bottom with actual rubber. For once that is cut off you will find a Styrofoam/rubber type of piece that keeps the sword from rattling. (Seriously, why would you put that plastic cap on it when for a dollar, it can be usable???) The blade is held to the handle with star fasteners. I've had mine for a few years, great cane, really has been a help for me since I've been recovering from surgery and just can't do what I used to.
I like the blade very much , I also like the balance, and the handle is perfect for a woman's hand. While it holds pretty well holding it upright and shaking it I can't say the same if it's held upside down. For everyone who says about the rattling. I replaced the plastic foot with a smaller but grippier rubber crutch foot and it's perfect now. And finally I had to tighten the bolts because it was very loose when it arrived. The handle won't break and unlike Cold Steel's cane, this uses torx screws and bolts to hold the blade to the handle. The blade and shaft are a good deal heavier with the Cold Steel sword cane but the Night Watchman is made of a better grade of steel. So unless you want to spend MUCH more on a slightly higher quality cane sword I would recommend that you get this one. Cane is fantastic, only problem is, it is very hard to draw. For everyone who says about the rattling. They really have blown my mind with the products they have put out this year. I felt vulnerable after breaking my ankle, using a can or crutches. I own one of the Cold Steel canes. If you are in the market for a sword cane that is a real self defense tool this will serve you well, I found the sword cane to live up to its very high 5 star ranking. For some of us, replacing the tip is going to be a "first thing to do" action, and a glued on tip is irritating. One surprise - the shaft is larger in diameter than I thought it would be. I had to get the blade professionally sharpened by a local smith because obviously china or budk doesn't understand the meaning of razor sharp. Good price. Blade is outstanding. There is one note I would make that others have also comment on. The United version has extra O rings to give lock better support. Incredibly pleased with this sword cane. At 49" it sets a little more up for the taller person, but at least 2 inches could be cut off the bottom for a custom fit. Enough said. I really like this feature as should the blade loosen over time it can easily be tightened. At 34 1/2 overall length, the cane now fits me perfectly and there is no rattling. Likewise approaching seventy years of age I actually need a cane sometime and living in Chicago there is always a possibility that they will have to be deployed for self defense. Berry well done. It slips and slides like nobody's business. I use this as my daily cane, and its solid support. Mahalo and Aloha Robert. The cane is heavy duty; the handle feels better than it looks. Love this cane. I wish the cane hand grip was a softer rubber like the ones you'd find on a normal Walmart cane, just because it would make walking with it and putting all your weight down more comfortable. You can feel this when you remove or insert the blade. For one, it's not for short people, and they really should find a way for customers to customize the height of this thing. The blade itself is top notch carbon steel and reasonably sharp. Clearly it can be sharpened as it is hardened, but in my view it is not sharp from the factory. This blade blew right through the box it came in as if it weren't even there. This is the Cane to have without a doubt. It is well worth the money. I coated it with epoxy, then coiled it with paracord. Shove them down the shaft. Perhaps too effectively, as older users of diminished strength will certainly have difficulty drawing the sword when they need it. Its appearance looks like a regular cane, so you can take it anywhere without looking suspicious.If I were ever in need of the blade, its a sturdy and long blade, I would use as a foil more than a broad sword. Many sword canes are more just toys with a loose joint. This is easily solved by cutting some sponge rubber into 1"x1" squares. Still this is a beautiful and beautiful defense tool. 1. In many other states like California and New York sword canes are illegal to possess at all. I received the Night Watchman this morning and took it to a commercial mandrel bending company. I just recieved it today, and just got done test cutting with it. Received mine today. Very sturdy cane. The handle is molded from sturdy fiber filled nylon for a secure grip, and a rubber toe keeps the cane from slipping. Very well made, sharp, and a formidable weapon. (The blade only rattles when your weight presses side to side.) I did need to make adjustments to fit my 5 91/2 frame better however. I weigh about 285lbs and the Night Watchman handles it without any issues. It hasn't. I have other sword canes, that rattle when I walk,my more expensive cane sword cannot compare to this night watchman. I'm giving it 5 STARS. Cut my thumb. The sword does not go all the way down to the bottom so here's about 5 inches to work with (measure before you cut!) I'm a martial art master with sixty years in the arts. I am very happy with it. BudK customer service said it cannot be shortened but they are not correct. Perfect for walking stability and self defense, Concealed 25" 1060 high carbon steel blade. The blade was fairly sharp. Even then it'll probably hurt you back, it's mean. I'm disabled due to falling through a building and suffering multiple life altering permanant injuries in 1986 and now I need a Good Dependable cane for assistance. What a self defense weapon also a beautiful cane God help the Villan that tries to mug me with this cane I have he will never know what hit him. Needs effort to pull the blade out because the o rings really grab. I was surprised by the thickness of the aluminum tube. I don't really need a cane, but I do have a bad knee and am gonna need surgery sooner or later. We won't be able to ship this item until we receive more stock. I fixed it by putting in a cardboard tube to about half of the shaft from the bottom, which keeps it from making that metal on metal sound.
Makes it a lot easier to draw, and doesn't make it any easier to fall out accidently. and it's the Sturdiest cane i've ever handled. overall i love it blade is straight,solid and very usable right out of the box. very happy, The nightwatchman sk5 cane is awesome! All that said, there is ONE thing I would like to see different. for this price i'd give it 6 stars. I wanted to give this product 5 stars and i would have if not for two false advertising elements. I have held off writing a review until I was sure. Even then it'll probably hurt you back, it's mean. It does notclick while using. It makes some funny noises every once in a while. I am very happy that I found True Swords after a bad experience I had with another company,that tried to rob me when I placed an order for 2 night watchman sword canes.I waited almost 2 weeks for my order and I never received my order., I finally got my money back from that other company, it took almost 3 weeks.True Swords will be the only ones to get my business, honest, reliable, fast shipping.True Swords you folks are the best,ahead of all the rest. It slips and slides like nobody's business. One of my early Christmas gifts. The tip is a quite sharp point. First the blade is made of hardened high carbon steel. For the money they should have sharpened it. 3) A bit of blade-rattle. Great buy. THOUGHT IT WAS A GOOD PIECE OF EQUIPMENT, DON'T LIKE THE RUBBER ON THE BOTTOM, SLIDES ON HARD WOOD FLOOR, WILL BE CUTTING 2 INCHES OFF OF THE BOTTOM TO GET CORRECT HEIGHT. If you're a sword collector, or just need some additional peace of mind, this is the sword cane for you! Also I was concerned that the blade would clang around inside the shaft but unless you're trying to get it to make noise it stays quiet. Bought it for that but the additional benefits are welcome. NOT CHEAPLY MADE, WELL THOUGHT OUT. I am extremely impressed. It does rattle some, but there are many ways to fix that, or just simply always walking with the came parallel to your body stops it. The cane itself is a hollow aluminum tube nominally 1 across the top with a wall thickness of nominally 1/8. At 34 1/2 overall length, the cane now fits me perfectly and there is no rattling. Ok, now the other side: the blade is loose in the handle. I got this because most other canes don't support weights over 250lbs. THOUGHT THE BLADE WAS WELL MADE AND HAS 3 SCREWS HOLDING IT ON, WHICH IS GOOD. Also gives me confidence to still walk where I want despite not being at my physical best. First, run hot water over the rubber/plastic tip for about 5 mins and pop it off, Remove the hard foam strip inside the cane that the sword tip sits in. I don't like spending money on myself, but I've needed a cane for few years. ), This sword cane is the best in my collection as far as actual weapons.many sword canes are nothing more than glorified letter openers..not the case with this one..it has an extremely sharp edge and is excellent for hacking as well as thrusting..sharp on both sides about ten inches from the tip.the blade continues on one side and is solid on the other after that.this solid part can be used stabilize thrustingthe only problem I can foresee is the o-ring that holds the sword part in the cane wearing out..easily replaced howeverif I were going for a walk and really expected shenanigans to occur, this would be the cane I'd reach for..ES. Very very strong, very well-built.Very strong. But you don't get that popping sound, nor need to fight against air pressure to draw the blade. It feels really sturdy, quite hefty. One other thing, if you live in an area with cold fall/winter temperatures like I do, wrapping the top 3 of the cane with electrician tape keeps your finger(s) off the cold metal. The blade itself is top notch carbon steel and reasonably sharp. But it's not without a few flaws, but fixable. My wife bought this cane for me, I have bad knee and she thought the blade would suit my personality well. The blade is nice and long without being too long. Well done. My wife bought this cane for me, I have bad knee and she thought the blade would suit my personality well. United Cutlery really must of paid attention to the reviews of the Cold Steel heavy duty sword cane because they perfected the suction lock with extra O rings. I carry it all the time now. I mean not cut at all dull, with a severe angle grind. The false edge on the top of the blade is not sharp. I mean not cut at all dull, with a severe angle grind. Ok, I've had my cane sword now for about two weeks and I can't say that I have anything bad to say about it. One question - why is the rubber tip glued on?
I definitely would encourage others to buy this if cane functionality is needed as it certainly works as intended. As it comes from the factory the sword is very hard to draw from the cane. The night watchman sword cane is very different. I'm 5' 9" tall and weigh 220 lbs. I've dropped it down metal grate style stairs. Don't feel that I need them, but pleased with the thoughtfulness. I require the use of a cane to help me walk. great to have incase of emergency epically if your in a gun free zone. Good looking blade with an edge (not razor sharp, but not a butter knife edge like some have said). I purchased the Night Watchman sword cane.
Not the most durable material for a sword. I'm only 5'9" tall, 300 pounds. These rings do hold the sword in place very effectively. I tested it out on some watermelons and WOW. Excellent Company and very excellent customer service at True Swords . I'm very Happy with the Night Watchman Cane Sword the quality and sharpness of the Sword is exactly what I expected from such a Fine Company as yours Thank you. THOUGHT IT WAS A GOOD PIECE OF EQUIPMENT, DON'T LIKE THE RUBBER ON THE BOTTOM, SLIDES ON HARD WOOD FLOOR, WILL BE CUTTING 2 INCHES OFF OF THE BOTTOM TO GET CORRECT HEIGHT. I'm very Happy with the Night Watchman Cane Sword the quality and sharpness of the Sword is exactly what I expected from such a Fine Company as yours Thank you. but that is what silicone is for, not oil. Lol. I have 14 canes, and the Night Watchmen SK5 is arguably the best Sword cane I own. very sharp also. Been a while since I've checked on the blade, but even if mine's got some rust issues so long as you stay up to date on your maintenance I have no doubt the sword will out last the cane. In other words, it's got some reach but it's not like swinging a telephone pole. All rights reserved. Even though there are some things that could be better (Come with a spare set of o-rings and a real walking tip maybe?) Because the handle is hard plastic, when you lean it against a counter, or hook it on something, it slides off way to easily. The hidden blade is easy to deploy and is pretty darn sharp and durable. may as well have the best. not sharp at all). I bought the sword cane thinking it would suffice as a mediocre defense against attackers. The formidable blade is housed inside a black, hard-coated aluminum shaft that can even be used as a striking weapon during a surprise attack. Now that I've beat the holy crap out of this one, I'm saving up for another one that I can use daily. Enough said. Still this is a beautiful and beautiful defense tool. No blade rattle. I will use it as a cane its very solid. It certainly can cut, but it can be improved with more work on that edge. I fixed it by putting in a cardboard tube to about half of the shaft from the bottom, which keeps it from making that metal on metal sound. It's really balanced, and once I sharpen the blade, I'm sure it'll cut pretty well. Very heavy duty and just this fact it makes for great self-defense within itself.
But you don't get that popping sound, nor need to fight against air pressure to draw the blade. Cane is fantastic, only problem is, it is very hard to draw. While it holds pretty well holding it upright and shaking it I can't say the same if it's held upside down. I found this out while coating the blade. It not sharp but are swords should be After telling them of the sword cane's construction, they bobbed the cane and it was 5/8" longer than the sword inside. It's sturdy as a walking aid and the SK5 blade is devastating! I just purchased that Combat Commander Spartan sword. I found this out while coating the blade. I got what I paid for. Feels really solid, and it's not obvious to anyone that it might have a blade unless they already know what this particular cane is and what it looks like. I got this because most other canes don't support weights over 250lbs. I bought the sword cane thinking it would suffice as a mediocre defense against attackers. All that said, there is ONE thing I would like to see different. I bought this cane a few years ago without the option of it being engraved, which is not a problem.
It does feel solid. I need a heavy and durable blade. As others have stated I am also gonna' have to alter the Length by 2 3/4" to fit my gate. I am very happy with it. It does notclick while using.
While I'm not in the habit of abusing my toys for the fun of it I don't think there is much that can damage this thing unless you're really trying hard to do it. The blade is nice and long without being too long. great quality steel. Also, In the tube, it's still a substantial defensive club. Tearing me apart. This blade blew right through the box it came in as if it weren't even there. The shaft is pretty hefty as well, you could probably beat a horse to death with it though if you tried it on a gorilla it would just really piss him off. Even though there are some things that could be better (Come with a spare set of o-rings and a real walking tip maybe?) Makes it a lot easier to draw, and doesn't make it any easier to fall out accidently. . I've learned to swing the cane around, pull the blade, and slice through a pumpkin. I carry it all the time now. If the handle just hooked down even just a half an inch further, it would change the center of gravity when resting it on things and make it stay in place better. My though on this would be to remove the two lower rubber rings leaving only the one at the very top of the sword in place. Up til a day ago I was using a fold up cane that's supposed to stand on its own and wasn't exactly cheap. gave one to my disabled uncle and one to my handicap friend. I love this sword cane and will be putting more of the original buffer inside the shaft to keep the blade from battering against the inside of the shaft/scabbard. For the sake of convenience. even the bad guy will have a hard time pulling it out. There is nothing that reveals that it holds a sword hidden inside. Decided to try something not traditional. It really is a much nicer looking product up close than it is on line. the blade was not as sharp as i was hoping for but that is easy to fix. Great buy. I had some good quality 1 rubber cane tips (from Amazon)for another cane I have and replaced the tip that came with the cane. I was really surprised at how functional it was as a cane. One question - why is the rubber tip glued on? So if you buy one of these for street carry(and I am not recommending anyone one do that) be aware of your local laws. The blade is not razor sharp, it is factory edge (i.e. The cane is heavy duty; the handle feels better than it looks. I am very happy that I found True Swords after a bad experience I had with another company,that tried to rob me when I placed an order for 2 night watchman sword canes.I waited almost 2 weeks for my order and I never received my order., I finally got my money back from that other company, it took almost 3 weeks.True Swords will be the only ones to get my business, honest, reliable, fast shipping.True Swords you folks are the best,ahead of all the rest.
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