Replicated from a sword thought to be that of Albrecht II of Austria , the Hand-and-a-Half Sword (SH-2034) represents the pinnacle of beauty and balance in medieval swords. Classically simple in design with a flattened diamond-section blade and cruciform hilt, the original dates from the early part of the 15th century. The “Lion Rampant” emblem of the Habsburg dynasty is engraved in the pommel, while the Passau “Running Wolf” guild mark and a marigold maker’s mark appear on the blade fuller. Both the grip and the scabbard are leather covered over a cord wrap.

PRODUCT LENGTH:  44 1/2inch
BLADE LENGTH:   34 3/4 inch
PRODUCT WEIGHT:   3lbs 4oz

 

The Agincourt (SH-2371), an English-style single-hand sword, commemorates one of the memorable battles of the Hundred Year’s War between England and France.

Overall length:  35 1/4"
Blade length:  27 1/4"
Handle length:   8"
Weight:  2lb 8oz

 

The single-hand Lionheart Sword (SH-2367) is typical of the cruciform-hilt style of the crusading knights of Europe in the 12th and 13th centuries. The wheel pommel and macassar ebony grip balance the carbon steel blade perfectly.

Overall length:  33 1/2"
Blade length:  27"
Handle length:   6 1/2"
Weight:  2lb 8oz

The War Sword (SH-2366) is a hand-and-a-half design from the early 14th century. The hardwood grip and elongated scent-stopper pommel make the 32” blade surprisingly easy to handle.

Overall length:  40 1/2"
Blade length:  32 1/2"
Handle length:   8"
Weight:  2lb 12oz

The Henry V (SH-2369) Sword is modeled after the sword hung over the tomb of one of England’s great warrior kings. The single-handed cut-and-thrust weapon combines a relatively short sturdy blade with elegant down-swept quillons and a wheel pommel.

Overall length:  34 1/2"
Blade length:  27 1/2"
Handle length:   7"
Weight:  2lb 15oz

The River Witham Sword (SH-2372) was dredged from the River Witham near the town of Lincoln during work carried out in 1788. The sword may be a remnant of the Battle of Lincoln in 1141; however, it was most likely constructed between 1250-1300 CE. The inscription on the blade reads +NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+.

Overall length:  38 1/4"
Blade length:  31 1/2"
Handle length:   6 3/4"
Weight:  3lb 8oz

The deeply curved slashing blade of the Scimitar (SH-2354) recalls battles between the Saracen and Crusader. The hardwood grips and hawksbill pommel are typical of the originals.

PRODUCT LENGTH:  37 inch
BLADE LENGTH:   30 1/2 inch
PRODUCT WEIGHT:   3lb 4oz

The strong and fearless Swiss and Germans originally carried these early weapons, although bastard swords soon became popular in other regions such as the British Isles and Europe. The term bastard undoubtedly comes from the fact that the sword, because of its design, has no legitimate claim to being classified as either a single-handed or two-handed weapon. The two-handed sword was a weapon developed for the use of the foot soldier and had became quite common by the early 1500’s. The combat styles developed for the two-handed sword were the particular specialty of the Northern European Cultures, with the Germanic nations being quite active in its development and use.

PRODUCT LENGTH:  50 1/8 inch
BLADE LENGTH:   38 3/4 inch
PRODUCT WEIGHT:   4lb 4oz

The (OL-300) Baldric is worn diagonally across the chest and has an adjustable frog for use with a wide variety of scabbards, from rapier to broadsword. Shown here with the Black Knight (not included). This item is heavily dicounted and does not qualify for free delivery.

Our single-hand Marshall Sword sets (SH2000 – forged & tempered & SH2001 – Damascus steel see below) new standards of quality and authenticity in broadsword construction. The sword is based on an original, now in a British musuem, used by one of England ’s finest knights, Sir William Marshall, who served the crown faithfully under Henry II, Richard the Lionheart and Jack Lackland. The single-hand Marshall Sword is available with either a forged high-carbon steel blade (Model SH2000) or a forged - folded Swedish powder steel blade (Model SH2001). Both blades are identical in handling characteristics and both are tempered to a tough HRC 52. The blade section features a central ridged fuller and full-length distal taper - a tough test for the blade smith but resulting in a superb combination of speed and strength. The grip is leather wrapped and laced and the guard and pommel are elegant in their functional simplicity. The scabbard is leather-covered with steel mounts. Truly a sword for the connoisseur.

PRODUCT LENGTH:  40 inch
BLADE LENGTH:   33 1/4 inch
PRODUCT WEIGHT:   2lbs 2oz

Our single-hand Marshall Sword sets (SH2000 – forged & tempered & SH2001 – Damascus steel) new standards of quality and authenticity in broadsword construction. The sword is based on an original, now in a British musuem, used by one of England ’s finest knights, Sir William Marshall, who served the crown faithfully under Henry II, Richard the Lionheart and Jack Lackland. The single-hand Marshall Sword is available with either a forged high-carbon steel blade (Model SH2000) or a forged - folded Swedish powder steel blade (Model SH2001). Both blades are identical in handling characteristics and both are tempered to a tough HRC 52. The blade section features a central ridged fuller and full-length distal taper - a tough test for the blade smith but resulting in a superb combination of speed and strength. The grip is leather wrapped and laced and the guard and pommel are elegant in their functional simplicity. The scabbard is leather-covered with steel mounts. Truly a sword for the connoisseur.

BLADE LENGTH:   40 inch
BLADE WIDTH:   33 1/4 inch
PRODUCT WEIGHT:   2lbs 2oz