Windlass Steelcrafts – Royal Armouries Collection – 15th Century Falchion
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$494.95
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1080 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 32 1/8"
- Weight
- 1 lbs 11 oz
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- English
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Windlass Steelcrafts - Royal Armouries Collection - 15th Century Falchion
Royal Armouries sword #IX.144. This late 15th-century English infantry hanger, or falchion is part of the Royal Armouries Collection by Windlass. The original sword has resided in the Royal Armouries collection since before 1916 and its exact origin before that is unknown. These types of short swords were popular sidearms for billmen and archers during the Wars of the Roses and into the early Tudor period. Thousands of swords similar to this would have seen action in battles like Towton, Barnet, Tewkesbury, and Bosworth.
This example features a single-edge blade, with subtle transitions of cross-section and clever hollow grinding, and a fuller to make it lighter. It has a graceful hollow ground front edge and a slender but strong point with a thick spine able to deal with the rigors of fighting armoured opponents in jacks, mail, and plate.
This replica is crafted with a hand-forged blade by a skilled blacksmith using modern 1080 high-carbon steel that is fully tempered and is distally tapered for proper weight distribution. The sheath is made with a wood body and covered with leather. The tip is reinforced with a brass chape. At the throat, the leather extends upward and covers part of the guard at the ricasso. Includes a certificate of authenticity on heavy stock, a tin of Windlass Classic Wax, and a polishing cloth. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts, the original can be seen in the Royal Armories Collection, Object Number IX.144.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- English
- Era
- Medieval
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 32 1/8"
- Blade Length
- 27 1/4"
- Blade
- 1080 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 1 lbs 11 oz
- Edge
- Unsharpened
- P.O.B.
- 4 1/2"
- Thickness
- 5.8 mm - 2.2 mm
- Width
- 37 mm
- Grip Length
- 2 7/8"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What type of sword is this? Common Question
A late 15th-century English infantry hanger (falchion) based on Royal Armouries object IX.144.
Q What materials are used in the blade and fittings? Common Question
The blade is hand-forged 1080 high-carbon steel, fully tempered with distal taper. The scabbard is wood with leather covering and a brass chape.
Q How does it handle? Common Question
It has a reported lively feel with a point of balance around 4.5 inches from the guard, aided by distal taper and a fuller to reduce weight.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
It is supplied unsharpened. Sharpening may be requested separately where legal and appropriate.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment or cutting practice? Common Question
Classed as battle ready with a peened pommel and tempered blade; suitable for responsible training and collection. Verify local event and legal requirements before use.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 32 1/8 in; blade length 27 1/4 in; weight 1 lb 11 oz; blade width about 37 mm; thickness tapers from 5.8 mm to 2.2 mm; grip length 2 7/8 in; POB 4 1/2 in.
Q How should I maintain it? Common Question
Keep the high-carbon blade lightly oiled/waxed to prevent corrosion, and periodically condition the leather scabbard; a tin of Windlass Classic Wax and polishing cloth are included.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Made by Windlass Steelcrafts in India.
Q Does it include documentation? Common Question
Yes, it includes a certificate of authenticity from the Royal Armouries.
Video
See it in motion
Royal Armouries Collection from Windlass: 15thC English 'Wakefield' Hanger / Falchion IX.144
Royal Armouries Collection (Matt Easton/Windlass) English Longsword & Wakefield Hanger Review
The Maker
Windlass Steelcrafts
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Such a great representation of a Wakefield hanger, and a huge step up for Windlass in quality. Well worth the higher price. I really enjoy owning this sword.
I did a full video review on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S2FYcVtWUv0
Extremely clean lines, very lively in hand. What a sword! Got sharpening service to put on initial edge, can be made even sharper with a bit of effort. Big step up from prior windlass offerings.