The Balady scimitar looks like the CAS Iberia. But the Balady is a little shorter, weighs a few ounces less, isn't sharp, and is made from a different type of steel.

The dragon scimitar looks like the scimitar made by Saroyan Mastercrafts. The KoA dragon scimitar costs a lot less, but has balance issues.

Hi

well I've now seen all of these swords up close so feel safe to add my opinion.

The Cas Iberias...I'm 5'9 with long arms and legs, and have been dancing with sword for ages....they are the duck's nuts of swords but not a sword I'd ever put a beginner onto. they are long, heavy (great for control) capable of rusting - high maintenance. Ive not met one yet that I didnt like.

The Baladay's - I just got some for my troupe and they are a cheaper imitation - shinier and shorter. same handle. I dont think they look wrong with cas's in the mix. still feel heavy but they will suit 98% of my girls - for me they look just that bit short. They balance well and are the best bargain sword I know of. well worth getting when you can - we had to wait a year to get ours.

The dragon swords - are not my cup of tea. I find the balance hard to find, worthy of notching, and they tend to lean rather than balance. I also like the curve of the scimitar of the baladays/cas's, these are quite challenging, one of my girls has one and I find i really have to stay very low in my dance and "catch" the movement. much trickier than i'd thought.

I think the baladay is a really GOOD starting sword.

To see what we do with our swords look here youtube.com/watch

hi I just posted a pic to the album if this helps your decision :)