I'm focusing on swords that are dual edged and symmetrical for the purposes of this discussion, so katanas, machetes, etc. are not on topic.
What advantages would you say a leaf bladed sword has over a straight blade and vice versa?
Leaf Blade
http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr331/palmerproperties/100_5764.jpg
Straight Blade
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b115/crfields/swords/IMGP3655.jpg
Assume both swords are of equal length and sharpness. If I am not using appropriate sword vernacular I apologize, as I'm not all that familiar with specific weapon terminology.
What advantages would you say a leaf bladed sword has over a straight blade and vice versa?
Leaf Blade
http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr331/palmerproperties/100_5764.jpg
Straight Blade
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b115/crfields/swords/IMGP3655.jpg
Assume both swords are of equal length and sharpness. If I am not using appropriate sword vernacular I apologize, as I'm not all that familiar with specific weapon terminology.