I actually like the weight and balance of the font, but would like something a little more creative and modern, and would like to incorporate the image of the saber (sword), especially the handle/blade. Here are a few links to images of sabers to help.
FYI... I tend to like the cross-handle type swords better than the traditional sabers with the rounded handles (see directly below). although, technically not really a saber...this type of cross handled sword is what I like. http://www.militarysabers.com/air-force-sword.html
I do like that this font is a little stronger. I would like to maybe land somewhere in between really strong and a bit of stylized.
Here is another option I came across that I really like. It is a logo for Saber Industries in Oklahoma that uses a subtle "crossed saber" design on a shield. I think something like that would work well. Any ideas along those lines? http://loudthought.biz/main-landing-pages/logos/saber-industries.html
I am really liking the direction but would love to see some more variations on the mark... i.e. different swords, handles down, handles up, single sword, dagger-like sword, etc. I also put together some images that might help with some ideas. Here is the link.
Thanks for your ever creative designs and variations. I appreciate you taking the time to work on these.
I would like to try one thing, if you don't mind... and that is making the swords and shield mark a little less detailed and a little more simple--so that it could be used more as a simple standalone mark, if desired. I have found a logo (that is a "Saber" company interestingly enough) that uses a very simple mark. Could you take a look at it and see if you can come up with some designs that use a more simplified mark?
Hi Saxas, Here are: #85 and #86 As i did for #73 and #74, i erased the shield because its too much like an insurance logo! I try to avoid using a saber that is too close to the pirates or arabic one... i'm closer to the King Arthur's one! ps: sorry for my very poor english :)