Type X sword -Short guard version / 850-975 A.D. (850g approx.)

TYPE X SWORD / SHORT GUARD VERSION

Type X sword, for Carolingian, Viking, Slavs & Rus reenactors, or Normans

This type, studyed by Petersen, is no doubt one of the most popular around 9-10 century, and a little bit later! Hundred swords, mainly produced into the Frankish kingdoms, but also by foreigners, were in use during the early middle age.These swords are distinguished by a relatively simple pommel, round shaped.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Full length: 90cm.
• Blade lenght: 75cm.
  
• Handle lenght: 12cm.
• Balance point: 15-17cm from the guard approx (it can slighty vary, from one product to another)
• Weight: 850g approx.
• 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.