German Branch Sword - Bronze hilt - Oakeshott Type XVIII Knife while some flex (without sacrifice

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

The blade is tapered to provide a slight flex in the foible but stiffness in the forte for correct action and feel

Based on Original: Circa 1430 probably German

This rapier's place in history is made to coincide with our Saxon Parrying Dagger #070

and battle axes became the weapons of choice

German Branch Sword - Bronze hilt - Oakeshott Type XVIII Knife while some flex (without sacrificeBased 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