Albion swords are top notch there among the best sword makers on the planet.
I agree. But their swords are a wee bit out of my price range. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
Albion Swords Web Site They have the squire line as well. Great swords made like the old ones but in the $300 price range. They are meant for contact sparring but can also be sharpened. I have seen one and it is beautiful!