Windlass Steelcrafts – Royal Armouries Collection – 16th Century Italian Cinquedea Short Sword
In stock
$474.95
- Shipping estimated at checkout
- Every blade inspected before shipping
- 30-day returns
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 31 1/2"
- Weight
- 2 lbs
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- Italian
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Windlass Steelcrafts - Royal Armouries Collection - 16th Century Italian Cinquedea Short Sword
This balanced and finely crafted Cinquedea is a close reproduction of Royal Armouries Sword #IX.148. The cinquedea was a characteristic type of Italian broad-bladed short sword or large dagger, with this example in the Royal Armouries having a longer blade to make it a dedicated arming sword which dates to around 1500-1530. Through collaboration with experts at the Royal Armouries, Matt Easton the sword was exhaustively documented and the careful craftsmanship of the skilled bladesmiths at Windlass Steelcrafts were able to closely reproduce the dimensions, weight, construction and handling properties of the museum original.
The blade is crafted from well-tempered 1075 high carbon steel. Its guard is of mild steel and the blade is pinned between two grip scales of finely carved hardwood with a banding of brass to bind the seam of this composite grip. The blade is also pinned with the guard itself and ground and polished flush. The scabbard is wood which is bound in stitched leather and capped with a brass chape. Included with the sword is a Certificate of Authenticity.
While Cinquedeas were often carried as civilian sidearms, and some examples were highly decorated, this example could equally have been carried by a member of the gentry or as a military sidearm - more commonly by an infantryman or gunner. The impressively broad blade of 26 inches has a complex transition from three down to two fullers, with a thin and distally tapered cross-section which make this a very light and fast weapon for its size.
This Windlass replica has faithfully copied all aspects of the form and statistics, the most interesting of which is the unique hilt construction. The ingenious and iconic guard design is fabricated of various components welded together, as in the original. The heel of the blade actually extends completely through the guard and is riveted to it. The blade heel and rivet heads are then ground flush with the guard and the whole assembly is polished. This method provides exceptional strength and durability. The blade also has a full profile tang, with hardwood grip scales and decorative brass filigree inlaid rivets.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- Italian
- Era
- Medieval
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 31 1/2"
- Blade Length
- 25 3/4"
- Blade
- 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs
- Edge
- Unsharpened
- P.O.B.
- 4 1/2"
- Thickness
- 3.7 mm - 1.7 mm
- Width
- 85 mm
- Grip Length
- 4 3/4" (Full length including "pommel")
- 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 Cinquedea and what era does it represent? Common Question
An Italian broad-bladed short sword from the early 16th century (c. 1500–1530), closely based on Royal Armouries sword IX.148.
Q How does it handle and where is the balance point? Common Question
It is described as light and fast with distal taper; point of balance is about 4.5 inches from the guard.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
It ships unsharpened.
Q What materials are used for the blade and fittings? Common Question
Blade is 1075 high carbon steel; guard is mild steel; grip has carved hardwood scales with brass banding and decorative brass-inlaid rivets.
Q What is the tang and hilt construction? Common Question
Full-profile tang with the blade heel passing through and being riveted to the guard; the assembly is ground and polished flush for strength and durability.
Q Does it include a scabbard? Common Question
Yes, a wood-core scabbard covered in stitched leather with a brass chape is included, plus a Certificate of Authenticity.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 31.5 inches; blade length 25.75 inches; width 85 mm; thickness tapers from 3.7 mm to 1.7 mm; weight approx. 2 lbs; grip length about 4.75 inches; pommel is peened.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment or cutting? Common Question
Classed as battle ready with durable construction; it arrives unsharpened, so any cutting use would require local-legal sharpening and user discretion.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Made by Windlass Steelcrafts in India as part of the Royal Armouries Collection.
Q How should I care for the sword and scabbard? Common Question
Keep the steel lightly oiled to prevent rust; avoid prolonged storage in the leather scabbard; wipe the blade after handling; condition leather sparingly; protect the hardwood grip from moisture.
Video
See it in motion
The Renaissance EDC! Cinquedea Short Swords with Royal Armouries Curator Iason Tzouriadis
NEW Royal Armouries / Windlass / Easton SWORDS PREVIEW @RoyalArmouriesMuseum
The Maker
Windlass Steelcrafts
Windlass Steelcrafts not only creates props, clothing, and accessories to customers and popular TV productions, but also military supplies to governments across six continents – a testament to their expertise and quality. Their weapons, armor, shields, clothing and accessories are top notch quality for a price you can’t beat.
Often paired together
No reviews yet. Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.