Norman single-handed sword, Oakeshott type X, blunt (battle-ready)

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Product description

The sword is a reconstruction of a high medieval, single-handed weapon. The Oakeshott type X was employed between 800–1200, from the Norman ages until the Crusades. Nowadays the original is held as part of the collection of the Royal Armouries of Leeds.

The sword has a length of 96 cm with a blade of 79.5 cm and a max. width of 4.5 cm. The point of balance is situated approximately 16 cm below the cross-guard. The pommel and cross-guard are constructed from iron, whilst the blunt battle-ready blade is crafted from carbon steel with a Rockwell hardness of 48–50. The sword is dispatched including a wooden scabbard covered with leather.

Product details
Product details:
Length: 96.0 cm;
Blade length: 79.5 cm;
Grip length: 16.5 cm;
Blade width at guard: 4.5 cm;
Weight: 1200 grams;
Point of balance from crossguard: 16 cm;
Steel type: EN45 spring steel hardness 48-50 HRC.;
Edge: Blunt 3 mm (battle-ready);
Tang construction: Full tang construction;
Pommel: Riveted;
Grip wrapping: Wood, leather;
Based on historical original: Yes;
Shipping weight (in grams): 3000

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