English or French Single Edged Sword

Acquire English or French Single Edged Sword

English or French single-edged sword



This is a replica of a single-edged sword from the mid-15th century. The original was excavated in France (presumably found at the site of the Battle of Castillon-la-Bataille in 1453). The one-handed sword is one of a group of over eighty swords that were discovered at the same site and has been part of the Royal Armouries collection since 1984, object number ix.2638.



This medieval knight's sword has a single-edged, thin, extraordinarily wide blade with a wedge-shaped cross section and a false edge on the back of the blade.

The crossguard ends with rolled spikes that were designed to catch the opponent's sword in battle. The offset handle is level with the back of the blade and the heeled pommel makes the short handle comfortable to hold. This medieval sword proves pleasantly maneuverable and surprisingly light compared to its massive appearance.



The blade of this replica was handcrafted by a skilled blacksmith. It is made of 1080 carbon steel, hardened and tapered distally for optimal weight distribution.



The wooden-core scabbard is covered with leather. The tip is reinforced with a brass plate, which has artistic recesses and a decorative acorn-shaped tip. At the mouth, leather covers part of the crossguard.



A certificate of authenticity and cleaning cloth are included.



Details:

- Material: 1080 carbon steel

- Total length: approx. 93.9cm.
- Blade length: approx. 78.7 cm

- Weight: approx. 0.9 kg

- Includes leather case

- Manufacturer item number: 501835



Please note:

This item is only sold to persons over 18 years of age. Please enter your date of birth on our order form. We also require a copy of your ID, driving licence or similar by email, scan, fax or post.



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