I've been interested in a gunblade build on and off for awhile now and now that I have a bit more time in the evenings and a bit more cash in my pocket I thought the time was right to get it started.
Showing posts with label Gunblade News. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gunblade News. Show all posts
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November 18, 2008
The state of Gunblades for sale
Sadly there aren't a lot of real Gunblades out there for purchase, there was a really nice unofficial one called the x fantasy gun sword, life size and all, but I'm guessing due to the crackdown on pirated goods by Square-Enix, I can no longer seem to find it anywhere, maybe if you're lucky you'll find on ebay.
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There was also another life size wooden Gunblade on offer, but that seems to have gone the way of the dodo as well.
And then there's the ever present official miniature Gunblade replicas, you can get those pretty much anywhere, but it ain't life size.
I guess the only real option if you want a life size Gunblade is to make one yourself.
Check for Gunblades on eBay U.S.A
Also check for Gunblades on eBay U.K
There was also another life size wooden Gunblade on offer, but that seems to have gone the way of the dodo as well.
And then there's the ever present official miniature Gunblade replicas, you can get those pretty much anywhere, but it ain't life size.
I guess the only real option if you want a life size Gunblade is to make one yourself.
March 14, 2008
X Fantasy Gun Sword (Life Size)
*Looks to be no longer available new, though you could probably pick it up second hand.
The X Fantasy Gun Sword is the only full metal life size Gunblade I have found, their are some "Do It Yourself" ones out there, but nothing up for sale.
The blade is 27" of Stainless Steel along with a cast metal handle, revolver. It also comes with a custom made leather sheath.
I mean if your wanting a life size full metal Gunblade this is probably all you'll get, unless you know of another, let me know. I don't think it would be that great for cosplay or events as the blade is metal and could actually do some damage if used that way, but as a display piece and something to show your friends it's great.
The X Fantasy Gun Sword is the only full metal life size Gunblade I have found, their are some "Do It Yourself" ones out there, but nothing up for sale.
The blade is 27" of Stainless Steel along with a cast metal handle, revolver. It also comes with a custom made leather sheath.
I mean if your wanting a life size full metal Gunblade this is probably all you'll get, unless you know of another, let me know. I don't think it would be that great for cosplay or events as the blade is metal and could actually do some damage if used that way, but as a display piece and something to show your friends it's great.
March 8, 2008
Gunblade Revolver
*No longer available, though it was available at kingofswords.com.
This is my favorite of the non-final fantasy gunblades, it's got a wicked cool looking stainless steel blade and a hardwood stock handle, the only two things that I don't like about it are that it's only 18 1/2" long and to me the barrel looks to short.
But other wise I think it's a great contender to the FF gunblades.
This is my favorite of the non-final fantasy gunblades, it's got a wicked cool looking stainless steel blade and a hardwood stock handle, the only two things that I don't like about it are that it's only 18 1/2" long and to me the barrel looks to short.
But other wise I think it's a great contender to the FF gunblades.
March 3, 2008
Squalls Gunblade Revolver
Final Fantasy Master Arms Die-Cast Replica: Squall's Gunblade
This is the only officially licensed Squall Gunblade out there, you can get it from a lot of places, but it's a Japanese import so shipping may take awhile. It's 1/6th scale, made of Die-cast metal and various other materials, it comes with a display stand and comes in a collectors box.
The things a piece of art and if I don't get the entire 4 piece set, I'll probably try and get this one by itself.
This is the only officially licensed Squall Gunblade out there, you can get it from a lot of places, but it's a Japanese import so shipping may take awhile. It's 1/6th scale, made of Die-cast metal and various other materials, it comes with a display stand and comes in a collectors box.
The things a piece of art and if I don't get the entire 4 piece set, I'll probably try and get this one by itself.
March 2, 2008
Seifer's Automatic Gunblade
Final Fantasy Master Arms Die-Cast Replica: Seifer's Gunblade
The other official FF8 gunblade out there is the 1/6 scale Seifer's Automatic Gunblade, Hyperion, certainly looks like a bad boys gunblade.
I still much prefer Squall's Leonheart, just seems to have a more classic medieval feel to it, but having the set would be cool as well.
The other official FF8 gunblade out there is the 1/6 scale Seifer's Automatic Gunblade, Hyperion, certainly looks like a bad boys gunblade.
I still much prefer Squall's Leonheart, just seems to have a more classic medieval feel to it, but having the set would be cool as well.
March 1, 2008
Complete Set of Final Fantasy Weapons
Well if you don't mind a whole set of Final Fantasy weapons, then this is for you, an officially licensed set of 4 weapons from Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts, including Vincent Valentine's Cerberus, Squall's Revolver Gunblade, Seifer's Automatic Gunblade and Sora's Keyblade.
That Cerberus seems like something I would like to have, big and beefy, just a pity they aren't life sized. I don't know about that Keyblade, maybe if I had played the game I would understand what all the hype was about, seems to be a huge following for that game.
Other than that I'm really thinking about buying this set, seems a shame to split them up by getting them individually, I'd better decide because I get the impression that there's not to many around.
That Cerberus seems like something I would like to have, big and beefy, just a pity they aren't life sized. I don't know about that Keyblade, maybe if I had played the game I would understand what all the hype was about, seems to be a huge following for that game.
Other than that I'm really thinking about buying this set, seems a shame to split them up by getting them individually, I'd better decide because I get the impression that there's not to many around.
February 25, 2008
Where to buy a Gunblade
To be honest there isn't a huge selection of Gunblades on the market and with the recent event of Square-Enix cracking down on those who infringe their copyright there may be a whole lot less to choose from.
So if your looking for an official life size Final Fantasy 8 Gunblade, I'm sorry but your out of luck. The two I know of on the market are Squall's Gunblade and Seifer's Gunblade both of which are 1/6th scale but beautifully crafted by Square-Enix.
If you're able to find them anywhere else at a different scale then they're probably not legal, Square-Enix only produces the two above.
But what other options do you have, well if you don't mind imitation then your in luck, they're not exact replicas of those found in FF8, but they are "Gun Blades"
We'll start with what I think is the coolest of the non FF8 Gunblades, the X Fantasy Gun Sword (no longer available), this is a life sized Gunblade with steel blade and cast metal handle and comes with a sheath, the handle looks a little naff though. But if your after a life size steel Gunblade I think this is your best bet.
Then we have this piece (no longer available), it looks pretty cool and at 42" it's rather life size, I think it's made entirely of wood, which would make it perfect for cosplay.
Following the above items there really isn't much else, below are a few pretty unique Gunblades, but really nothing like what's in FF8.
Pirate Flintlock Pistol / Dagger Combination
1800s Flintlock Pistol / Dagger Combination
Flintlock Fantasy dagger
And lastly we have what I think is the coolest of the lot, it's not life size so that's why it's last of the list, but I think it's even cooler the FF8 Gunblades, it's got a stainless steel blade with a hardwood handle and the cast metal barrel and trigger look quality as. Awesome looking Gunblade.
Revolver Gun Blade (no longer available)
So if your looking for an official life size Final Fantasy 8 Gunblade, I'm sorry but your out of luck. The two I know of on the market are Squall's Gunblade and Seifer's Gunblade both of which are 1/6th scale but beautifully crafted by Square-Enix.
If you're able to find them anywhere else at a different scale then they're probably not legal, Square-Enix only produces the two above.
But what other options do you have, well if you don't mind imitation then your in luck, they're not exact replicas of those found in FF8, but they are "Gun Blades"
We'll start with what I think is the coolest of the non FF8 Gunblades, the X Fantasy Gun Sword (no longer available), this is a life sized Gunblade with steel blade and cast metal handle and comes with a sheath, the handle looks a little naff though. But if your after a life size steel Gunblade I think this is your best bet.
Then we have this piece (no longer available), it looks pretty cool and at 42" it's rather life size, I think it's made entirely of wood, which would make it perfect for cosplay.
Following the above items there really isn't much else, below are a few pretty unique Gunblades, but really nothing like what's in FF8.
Pirate Flintlock Pistol / Dagger Combination
1800s Flintlock Pistol / Dagger Combination
Flintlock Fantasy dagger
And lastly we have what I think is the coolest of the lot, it's not life size so that's why it's last of the list, but I think it's even cooler the FF8 Gunblades, it's got a stainless steel blade with a hardwood handle and the cast metal barrel and trigger look quality as. Awesome looking Gunblade.
Revolver Gun Blade (no longer available)
February 22, 2008
Gunblade pickings will now be pretty slim
So with the news that Square-Enix is cracking down on manufacturers of unlicensed replicas of their trademarks, copyrights etc, I think it's going to be pretty hard getting an actual life size Final Fantasy Gunblade.
What Square have on offer are a few Gunblade replicas at a scaled down size, about 10 inches, but boy are they nice looking. But other than that if you want a life size replica your going to have to go some where else, though the pickings are pretty slim and your not going to get something that looks exactly the same as the in game ones.
I'm sure the demand for life size Gunblade replicas is there, so why doesn't Square-Enix supply that demand, maybe they've got plans for something and that's why they're cracking down on pirates.
What Square have on offer are a few Gunblade replicas at a scaled down size, about 10 inches, but boy are they nice looking. But other than that if you want a life size replica your going to have to go some where else, though the pickings are pretty slim and your not going to get something that looks exactly the same as the in game ones.
I'm sure the demand for life size Gunblade replicas is there, so why doesn't Square-Enix supply that demand, maybe they've got plans for something and that's why they're cracking down on pirates.
January 30, 2008
Combination Weapons - Gunblades
Here's a link all about combination weapons, plenty of real Gunblades to be seen here. My favorite is the flintlock pistol book, the last item on the list.
January 28, 2008
Final Fantasy Gunblade Information
If you want to learn more about the Gunblades from Final Fantasy VIII, check out this Gunblade Wiki.
It has a lot of information about the use, the characteristics of the Gunblades and the different types that can be found within the game.
It's a great starting point if you don't know to much about them.
It has a lot of information about the use, the characteristics of the Gunblades and the different types that can be found within the game.
It's a great starting point if you don't know to much about them.
January 27, 2008
What is a Gunblade
What is a Gunblade? well it's a combination blade and gun, usually a sword and revolver combo, the handle of the sword is usually in the shape of a gun handle with the trigger in the guard position.
Gunblade is a term probably originating from the video game final fantasy 8, where the weapon of choice was the gunblade.
Though throughout history gun and blade combinations are seen, though probably not using the term Gunblade.
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