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9) Sword from Toledo

From Damian Corrigan, About.com

Toledo SwordImage: Damian Corrigan
Toledo has been famous for its steel for centuries and its swords and shields was equipping Europe's cavalry right up until firearms rendered them useless. Made now exclusively for tourists, they are still good quality and perfect for if swordfighting is still essential for survival in your home country. If you don't have a real need for a sword, a letter opener made from Toledo steel can be bought for about 10€. Sadly, Toledo steel can do nothing about opening emails.
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