Originally posted by jonnin:

weapon skills over 50 really neutralizes the so-called 'stamina problem' where people run out in fights due to low skill and heavy draining weaponry. 75 is even better, but now you are talking a lot of time fighting.

The thing is, when you reach level 50 with a weapon, you should be able to manage your stamina in the game. If not, your clearly doing something wrong.

edit: typo