English Falchion, 15th century.

Delight in the English Falchion, 15th Century.

English hunting, 15th century

The original of this late 15th-century English infantry sword or scimitar has been in the Royal Armoury collection since 1916 (item number ix.144). Its exact origins before this period are unknown.

This type of short sword was a popular weapon among henchmen and archers during the Wars of the Roses and the early Tudor period. Thousands of this type were used in battles such as Towton, Barnet, Tewkesbury, and Bosworth.

This model has a single-edged blade with smooth transitions in the cross-section, an ingenious hollow grind, and a groove. The elegant blade features a thin yet strong point and spine that could withstand the rigors of combat against armored opponents in gambesons, chain mail, and plate.

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 scabbard with a wooden core is covered with leather. The tip is reinforced with a brass plate. At the muzzle, the leather covers part of the crossguard.

A certificate of authenticity and a cleaning cloth are included.

Details:

- Material: 1080 carbon steel

- Total length: approx. 81.2cm

- Blade length: approx. 68.5 cm

- Weight: approx. 0.45 kg

- Includes leather case

- Manufacturer's item number: 501830

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