Review of: Hobbit Sting Sword of Bilbo Baggins
I recently watched the Hobbit trilogy, and finally succumbed to my desire to own a Sting replica.
This sword is very satisfying. You'll read a number of reviews online where people are nit-picking various aspects of the construction, and to a certain extent they'll be correct. If you're a sword purist, if you have an opinion about different grinds or tang types, then perhaps you'll be unsatisfied. But if you're a Lord of the Rings fan, if you want a sword that makes you feel like Bilbo heading off into the wilderness, then go for it.
If you forced me to express a more detailed opinion about the sword, I will say that the handle is the least satisfying thing. It's some sort of plastic with a wood and vine pattern painted onto it. If I stop what I'm doing and really pay attention to the handle, then I'm not impressed with it. But when I'm holding it, I don't really care that it's not real wood.
Another drawback is that the blade is stainless steel, which means much easier maintenance (no rust!) but technically the blade is not well suited for actual cutting use because it's more brittle than true blade steel and could break. Here's an easy solution - don't hit anything hard with the sword.
All told, I am very happy with my replica Sting sword. It makes me feel like a kid again.
Reviewed by: Marc, January 16, 2021
Review of: Hobbit Glamdring the Sword of Gandalf
This has always been my favorite sword from the LOTR/Hobbit films. Finally decided to add it to my collection. It seems a lot larger in person, though it is well made. United Cutlery does nice work. Saw various sites selling this particular sword as high as the mid $300's!! Atlanta Cutlery's price was $8 cheaper than any other site's lowest at $188
Reviewed by: Brian, February 01, 2020
Review of: Hobbit Sting Scabbard
A very nice accessory for your "Sting" to keep it clean and sharp while you are questing. You'll be pleased at the feel of it when your weapon "snaps" snug and securely into place. If you don't get it, you'll regret it.
Reviewed by: , October 30, 2019
Review of: Hobbit Sting Sword of Bilbo Baggins
What a fine display weapon this is. I can hardly wait to take it on a quest. Mountains, Gandalf, I want to see mountains! Meanwhile, I've been watching for a blue glow. Nope! No orcs in my neighborhood. You will be pleased with the quality of this item. I got the scabbard, as well.
Reviewed by: , October 30, 2019
Review of: Hobbit Glamdring the Sword of Gandalf
I bought this for my daughter for Christmas and she loved it. She really knows blades and it was everything i had hoped for when i chose it. Beautiful and great quality.
Reviewed by: Karl, August 15, 2018