Castille Armory – Economy Saber – 16 mm
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$395.00
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- Class
- Sport Combat
- Overall Length
- 40 5/8"
- Weight
- 1 lb 6.2 oz
- Brand
- Castille Armory
Overview
Castille Armory - Economy Saber - 16 mm
Please Note: At KOA we currently offer two different version of the Castille Armory Economy Saber: The 20 mm is a wider blade, whilst the 16 mm is thinner. This is the 16 mm version.
The Castille economy sabre is based on the 19th and 20th century light cavalry sabres that boasted the “stirrup” style guards. This inexpensive simulator while being light with a total weight of just 570 grams, provides plenty of blade presence. The superbly well tempered blade is a robust flat ground version of our 16 mm Dueling blade at 34” F3 and has a proper Radaelli curve. The rounded blade edge has a minimum of 3mm thickness and a 3mm thick rounded tip. Made entirely in the USA, the high quality 5160 spring steel for the blade is sourced from USA mills and certified for quality.
The guard is made from high strength 100 grade alloy steel and offers a great deal of space for heavy gloved hands including SPES style gloves. This sabre offers a choice of robust specially contoured black PLA grip or our dueling sabre back strap system with a large and small profile grip insert. It is all held together by a recessed m6 threaded pin. It can be disassembled as needed for replacement of components or modularity as desired.
We have developed this sabre to be the go-to product for new fighters and masters alike. Its the most robust light sabre available anywhere, period. Being heavily tested in the most demanding combat situations, it has truly astonished our testers against longswords and in full contact, full armored combat. It is a truly remarkable value. Finally, it handles like a historical sabre of this variety should with a balance point of 11cm. Its the last sabre you’ll ever need.
Flex (F3)- Medium heavy stiffness, compliant to SCA Rapier and Cut & Thrust calibration. 1″ – 1.5″ drop @ 6 oz. (170 gr.). Recommended flex for SCA Rapier and Cut & Thrust dual duty, WMA and HEMA armored combat.
We offer a limited warranty* on all Castille Armory sword hilts, pommels and some handles for any reason that would cause the product not to pass regulation inspection within the SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism), HEMA, and WMA groups. All Castille Armory combat blades are warrantied* for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase for any reason that would cause the blade to not pass regulation inspection within the SCA (Society of Creative Anachronism), HEMA, and WMA groups.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Castille Armory
- Pommel
- Nut
- Overall Length
- 40 5/8"
- Blade Length
- 34"
- Weight
- 1 lb 6.2 oz
- Edge
- Blunt
- P.O.B.
- 5"
- Thickness
- 3.1 mm - 2.8 mm
- Width
- 16 mm
- Grip Length
- 5 1/8"
- Class
- Sport Combat
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is the blade width and profile on this 16 mm Economy Saber? Common Question
It uses Castille’s 16 mm dueling blade profile, flat-ground with rounded 3 mm edges and a 3 mm rounded tip.
Q How long and how heavy is it? Common Question
Overall length is 40 5/8 in. with a 34 in. blade; weight is about 1 lb 6.2 oz (approx. 570 g).
Q What materials are used? Common Question
Blade is 5160 spring steel; the guard is high‑strength 100-grade alloy steel. Grip options include a robust contoured black PLA grip or a back‑strap system (large/small inserts).
Q Is the edge sharp? Common Question
No. It is a blunt sport‑combat saber with a minimum 3 mm rounded edge and tip for training.
Q How does it handle and where is the balance point? Common Question
Light and lively with clear blade presence; point of balance is about 11 cm (5 in.) from the guard.
Q What historical style is it based on? Common Question
It follows 19th–20th century light cavalry sabers with a stirrup‑style guard and Radaelli curve.
Q Is it suitable for HEMA or SCA use? Common Question
Yes. Flex rating F3 (medium‑heavy) is compliant for SCA Rapier/Cut & Thrust calibration and appropriate for WMA/HEMA armored combat, subject to local rules.
Q Can it be disassembled for maintenance? Common Question
Yes. It is assembled with a recessed M6 threaded pin and can be disassembled to replace components.
Q Where is it made? Common Question
Made in the USA with 5160 spring steel sourced from U.S. mills.
Q Any care tips? Common Question
Keep the blade lightly oiled, check the threaded assembly for tightness, and inspect edges/tip and guard regularly after sparring.
The Maker
Castille Armory
In 2013 Sam Kovic decided to jump in head first and take his love for the art of defense to a higher level. Zenergy Metal Works, LLC was founded and Castille Armory was brought to life.
What started off as a garage-based hobby turned into a full-fledged business in 2013 with the rental of a small shop in Central Point, Oregon. Castille quickly outgrew that 2000 sq ft space and moved to a larger shop in Medford, and then we outgrew that building and started renting the one next door, and a few years later the one next door to that! Finally in 2018 we made the jump to a much larger shop in Phoenix, Oregon where we all live happily under one roof.
Since 2013, Castille Armory has entered the international arena and orders have far surpassed the output of a hobby shop. Sam has had to pass on his knowledge and techniques to his crew, a band of talented individuals who share the deep love for all things swords. This personal passion keeps Castille Armory moving forward. Because quality and attention to detail are everything in a niche market, everyone who works at Castille Armory also fences—mostly because we love to—but it’s that hands-on approach that means we designed your sword as if it were our own. If it’s not good enough for us to use in tournament, it’s not good enough for you.
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