15th century two-handed sword, Royal Armouries, semi-sharp

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Product description

The replica is based on a mid-15th century two-handed sword. The original piece was excavated in France (possibly found at a fort near the 1453 battlefield of Castillon-la-Bataille). The two-handed sword is one of a group of over eighty swords discovered at the same site. It has been part of the Royal Armouries collection since 1978 (object number IX.1787).

This type of sword is believed to have been in use during the last years of the Hundred Years War. It saw service throughout the Wars of the Roses and into the early Tudor era. It is characterised by a fishtail pommel, straight quillons with swollen ends, and a double-edged blade with a flattened, diamond-shaped cross-section.

The blade is hand-forged by a skilled blacksmith, crafted from modern 1065 high-carbon steel that is fully tempered and distally tapered for proper weight distribution. The scabbard is constructed from a wooden core and covered with leather. The tip is reinforced with a brass chape that features a traditional cut-out. At the throat, the leather extends upward and covers part of the guard at the ricasso. Includes a certificate of authenticity and a polishing cloth.

Product details
Product details:
Material: 1065 carbon steel
Total length: approx. 147.3 cm
Blade length: approx. 114.3 cm
Weight: approx. 1.81 kg
Incl. leather scabbard
Blade width at ricasso: 5.08 cm
Edge: semi-sharp
Width crossguard: 28.83 cm
Based on a historic original
Shipment weight (grams): 3000

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