German Branch Sword - Bronze hilt - Oakeshott Type XVIII Knife The ring attached to the

The ring attached to the quillon block

Based on Original: Circa 1100-1250 Northern Europe

when the pieces were sold off from the St

while some flex (without sacrifice in rigidity) makes the many thrusts inherent in longsword play considerably safer

Many customers have requested a matching dagger to our Milanese Rapier #162

German Branch Sword - Bronze hilt - Oakeshott Type XVIII Knife The ring attached to theBased on Original: Circa 1450 1475, German, Royal Armouries, Leeds Overall Length: 43. 19" Blade Length: 34. 87" Blade Width: 1. 62" Guard Width: 8. 5" Grip Length: 6" Balance Point: 5. 5" Weight: 2. 7 lbs This is a wonderful replica of a famous 15th century riding sword from Germany. The term "riding sword" designates a sword that was worn as a personal sidearm on a daily basis. The design of twisted branches, called the gothic bough style, was a