As it sounds as though you're wanting something for drills or sparring, then you won't want the NextGens or the Museum Line, but rather the Squire or Maesto Lines. I seriously doubt there is any problem with durability with any of their swords, but as many of them are sold sharp, then obviously you won't be using them for drills or sparring.
And, along those lines, as I've said, if you use it, then it will get damaged, but I doubt it will get ruined such as with a bent guard or anything.
I don't mean to hijack the topic or detract from Albion's swords, as they were what you were asking about, but if you're wanting something that's durable, then you cannot go wrong with
Lutel . I've said such many times before, but I've put my Lutel through a lot of abuse, and actually had to try to damage it. And as many others will testify, here and elsewhere, they make awesome blunts. Plus, depending on the exchange rate of Czech vs your own currency, they may be pretty darn cheap as well! My only complaint is their screw-on pommels, which pop loose quite a bit, but never enough to be a danger, IMO.
David Kite
ARMA in IN
