Medieval Swords

The 15^th Century Ring Hilt Longsword differs from other longswords of the period in that it features “side rings” on either side of the guard. These rings provided greater protection to the hands without adding much weight to the sword. Over time, the addition of greater hand protection led more complex hit designs such as those seen on swept and basket hilt swords.

This longsword has a hand forged high carbon fullered steel blade (not tempered) with a triple fullered ricasso.  The bottom half of the grip is wrapped in black leather. The top half is wire-bound for a more decorative finish and greater purchase. This sword comes complete with a well-made wooden scabbard wrapped in black leather with steel fittings and belt rings. This item has a blunt blade and is manufactured for display only.    

Overall Length: 118.5cm
Blade Length: 92cm
Grip Length: 18.5cm
Guard Width: 20cm
Blade Width: 4.5cm
Weight: 1694g
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Irish Ring Hilt sword features a high carbon steel blade with central fuller, polished steel hilt fittings and a leather wrapped wood grip. It comes complete with a leather wrapped wooden scabbard with steel fittings.

Total Length: 105cm
Blade Length: 84cm
Blade Width: 5.2cm
Blade Thickness: 0.55cm
Weight: 1686g
Point of Balance: 26.5cm
Material: EN45 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Leather, wood

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The word Gallowglass is an Anglicisation of the Irish word Gallóglaigh meaning “foreign soldiers”. They were mercenary warrior elite among Scottish clans living in the Highlands and Western Isles between the 13^th and 16^th century. During the 13^th century they started to settle in Ireland where military chieftains would frequently use them as bodyguards as they were not subject to local feuds or influences.

A description from 1600, speaks of the Gallowglass as "...pycked and scelected men of great and mightie bodies, crewell without compassion. The greatest force of the battell consisteth in them, chosing rather to dye than to yeelde, so that when yt cometh to handy blowes they are quickly slayne or win the fielde." They were famed for using their broadswords or claymores ("claíomh mór" - Gailic for “Great Sword”) with terrifying effect in battle.

Overall Length: 136cm
Blade Length: 104cm
Blade Width: 6.35cm
Blade Thickness: 0.6cm
Guard Width: 30cm
Guard Depth: 2.9cm
Grip Length: 18.5cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: None

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

History, legends, and films (Conan) remind us of the Slavic, German, and Frank origin tribes that, from the third century to the eighth century, devastated the land of Europe, conquering even Rome. Called the "Barbarians" due to their uncivilized customs, this term happened to reach diabolical connotations for their rude and savage nature.

The Barbarian sword, bronze finished with a blood grooved blade, depicts a winged two-headed dragon. In a world where strength was the law, Barbarian swords were robust and powerful, a symbol of authority and respect. This group of tribes ruled in a fragmented way and lacked a strong political organization in Europe until the beginning of Charlemagne's empire. 

Total Length: 116cm
Weight: 1.8kg
Blade: AISI 440 Stainless Steel
Edge: Blunt

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Crusader Sword is based on a surviving example of a Crusader arming sword from the early part of the 13^th century now on display in the Deutsches Historisches Museum in Berlin.

Total Length: 103cm
Blade Length: 83cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.45cm
Guard Width: 22cm
Point of Balance: 12cm
Weight: 1.4kg
Material: High Carbon Steel Blade, Leather Grip
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Wood, leather, steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Oakeshott XIV Sword is a replica of an original that is currently on display in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.

Oakeshott describes it as being “an absolutely outstanding sword, not only because of its condition but by reason of its splendid proportions and great size. It dates from around the first quarter of the 14^th century and is remarkably similar to sword found on the body of Sancho IV el Bravo of Castile in Toledo Cathedral.

Total Length: 86cm
Blade Length: 68cm
Blade Width: 6.5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.45cm
Guard Width: 22cm
Point of Balance: 6cm
Weight: 1.3kg
Material: High Carbon Steel Blade, Leather Grip
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Wood, leather, steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Medieval Swords in this collection are considered suitable for active cutting and are battle ready.

Total Length: 99cm
Blade length: 77cm
Handle length: 11cm
Width: 4.8 cm
Weight: 1.4kg
Peened Tang
Steel: Hardened 1075 spring steel
Scabard: Leather wrapped wood core sheath

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The medieval swords in this collection are considered suitable for active cutting and are battle ready.

Steel: 1075 spring steel
Blade length: 75cm
Handle length: 12cm
Width: 4.2cm
Thickness: 0.7cm
Weight: 1.2kg
Grip: Stitched leather
Scabard: Leather wrapped wood core sheath

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our 15^th Century Arming Sword features a distinctive Type V pommel, associated with high-quality swords from the period. It features a forged, high carbon steel blade (not tempered), steel hilt fittings and a leather-bound wooden grip.

It comes complete with a wooden scabbard with black leather covering to match the grip. This sword features a blunt blade and is not suitable for combat re-enactment.

Total Length: 95cm
Blade Length: 78cm
Blade Thickness: 4.6mm
Blade Width: 5cm
Grip Length: 9.5cm
Weight: 1332g
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.