Type XVI Sword / 1250-400 A.D. (1000g approx.)

TYPE XVI SWORD

Who has never dreamed of a massive, but light sword? We defied the laws of physics for you!
This sword combines lightness and power, with good balance, thanks to its massive pommel.
Type XVI swords appears in the late 13th century, and spreads all along 14 and 15th century in western Europe.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Full length: 89cm.
  
• Blade lenght: 70cm.
• Blade with near the crossguard: 50mm / tip diameter 20mm
• Handle lenght: 13cm.
• Balance point: 11cm from the guard approx (it can slighty vary, from one product to another)
• Weight: 1000g approx. (with wide fuller)
• Blunted for reenactment fights
• Forged in Europe by skilled craftmens, on order within 4-5 weeks ! Shipped from France, worldwide!
• Suitable for historical fencing, like western-eastern fight! The blade is 51crv4 steel hardened in factory heat threatment to 50 HRC.
  
• Supples & strong blades.
• 6 months warranty!
  
  * As this is a handcrafted product, very slight variations may occur.
  
  

OPTIONS:

• Handle: Leather wrapped handle (I) / Leather covered handle, decorated with 2 cords (II) / Dark brown wood handle - walnut (III) / Leather covered handle, decorated with 3 cords (IV) / Medium brown wood handle - Oak (V) / Light brown wood handle - Ash (VI)
  * The leather may be medium, or dark brown coloured according to current stocks.
• Half-finished scabbard: Plywood, linen inner lining, mouthpiece made of solid wood. You just have to cover it yourself with leather. And the price is very competitive!
• Fuller: Classical fuller / Wide fuller. The wide fuller option lightens the blade by around 10%, and generally gives it a little more flexibility. The durability of the blade remains unchanged.