Late Medieval Knightly Broadsword, 2nd Half 15th C
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About this item
Fine example of a medieval knightly broadsword from the period of the English Wars of the
Roses. Featuring broad 30" double-edged blade with wide 10" central fuller, stamped on
both sides with a maker’s mark; 1 7/8" wide where it meets the cross guard. Blade shows
lamination and signs of repeated sharpening, still retaining a fairly sharp edge; tip slightly
rounded. Hilt featuring bow tie shaped cross guard (Oakeshott Syle 5) with simple
geometric chiseling at the center. Pommel a fancier version of the Oakeshott Type V1, but
instead of the edges becoming thinner the pommel is flat with a chiseled cross on the front
face, a tapering central groove on the rear face, and the rounded top and sides featuring a
raised spiral reed flanked by double line borders; integral pyramid-shaped button. Wood
grip which appears to have its original leather wrap (worn with some losses); the sword
never having been apart. With the exception of some slight play in the cross guard, the
sword is still tight. Metal with patches of scattered pitting; having been cleaned at some
point but retaining a nice gunmetal patina. Very well balanced sword which undoubtedly
was much prized and saw lots of action. Overall length 36 1/2".
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MZ-32070
Tuckasegee, United States
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