Well. the original image was posted big enough that on 1024x768 i had to scroll a good deal. But he has hence edited in a smaller image.
The other one.. may have been edited. Bt i find both swords very nice. I like the hilt design in your sword JB, along with the handle. I agree on the textures though, could use some work.
My next project is going to be a sword, but i planned on making a samarai sword or taki, or something Japan samarai or ninja style.