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TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. #1053198 06/22/21 05:58 PM
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Why did we use 1/4" thick steel for the TNT-15 instead of 3/16" thick? Using 1/4" thick steel significantly raises the cost of materials and manufacture.

So, why do it? Many people believe that lighter weight is better because it's faster. But that's not necessarily true.

After quite a bit of research we found that 2-3 inches in front of the hilt was the ideal sweet spot for a sword as far as "point of balance" was concerned.

The point of balance on the new TNT-15 is approximately 2 3/4" from the hilt making it fall into the perfect location.

With 3/16" thick steel the point of balance was closer to the 1 inch mark. Great for a machete but NOT for a sword.

The article below really sums up the importance and location of a sword's point of balance.

You can either read the attached article or click on the link to read it.

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https://www.martialartswords.com/bl...-point-of-balance-and-why-does-it-matter


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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Dumpster Dan] #1053201 06/22/21 07:04 PM
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Good article!

Now take my money!!

I want my swords!!


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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Massive Metal] #1053210 06/22/21 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Massive Metal

Good article!

Now take my money!!

I want my swords!!


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LOL, I'm there for ya buddy

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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Dumpster Dan] #1053214 06/22/21 11:06 PM
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Nice of you to post this up. Good background.


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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Dumpster Dan] #1053216 06/22/21 11:11 PM
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Can't wait. Been wanting a sword.

Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Lokiwartooth1138] #1053231 06/23/21 10:41 AM
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Makes sense to me.

Definitely a must have!


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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Lokiwartooth1138] #1053245 06/23/21 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Lokiwartooth1138
Can't wait. Been wanting a sword.

Nice how that works out smile

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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Dumpster Dan] #1053251 06/23/21 09:40 PM
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Tell me about it.. i was just starting to scour for 1311s and bb13s and BOOM ! BIG STICK OF TNT RIGHT IN MY LAP!!!


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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Dumpster Dan] #1053255 06/23/21 09:54 PM
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Don’t make any sudden moves. I’ve heard that TNT can be unstable. Wouldn’t want to blow up the jewels. wink


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Re: TNT-15 Point of balance....Why We Used 1/4" Steel. [Re: Dumpster Dan] #1053271 06/24/21 01:04 PM
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Or have a "cutting accident" ! wink


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