Cluny 15th Century Longsword – Deepeeka
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Overview
Cluny 15th Century Longsword - Deepeeka
Please Note: The exacting hue and color of the leather may vary due to industrial dye batch variance
This longsword is based on a fine 15th Century example kept within the collection of the National Museum of Medieval Art in Paris. The blade is forged from tempered C60 high carbon steel (a steel with properties similar to 1060 high carbon steel) and has a diamond cross section to give it a good compromise between the cut and thrust. The robust crossguard and pommel are crafted from blued steel and the wooden grip is carefully bound in tightly-fitted red leather. A leather rainguard chape on the guard completes the hilt and the blade is solidly anchored into the hilt with a peen over the pommel.
The sword is matched with a wood-core scabbard which is wrapped in matched leather with stitched construction. Its locket and chape are made from matched blued steel.
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Questions from the community
Q What is this longsword based on? Common Question
A 15th-century example in the National Museum of Medieval Art in Paris.
Q What steel is the blade made from? Common Question
Tempered C60 high carbon steel (similar to 1060).
Q How is the hilt constructed? Common Question
Blued steel guard and pommel with a wood grip wrapped in red leather; the tang is peened over the pommel and includes a leather rain guard at the cross.
Q Does it include a scabbard? Common Question
Yes. A wood-core scabbard wrapped in matching leather with blued steel locket and chape.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
No, it comes unsharpened from the maker.
Q How does it handle? Common Question
Point of balance is about 3 5/8 inches from the guard; the diamond-section blade offers a cut-and-thrust feel typical of 15th-century longswords.
Q Where is it made? Common Question
India (by Deepeeka).
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 46 in; blade 35 1/4 in; grip 7 3/4 in; width 51 mm; thickness tapers from 4.5 mm to 3.5 mm; weight approx. 3 lb 7 oz.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment or cutting? Common Question
Classed as 'Battle Ready' by the retailer; it ships unsharpened and is best for collection, costume, or light practice within your group's safety rules. Always follow local laws and training standards.
Q How should I care for it? Common Question
Keep the high-carbon blade lightly oiled, dry after handling, and condition the leather grip and scabbard periodically with suitable leather care products.
The Maker
Deepeeka
Deepeeka creates an astonishing variety of replica weapons, armor, and re-enactment accessories that range from Classical Antiquity to the 20th Century. Deepeeka has been crafting replicas since the 1980s and their products are essential gear for many re-enactment groups. Many swords, daggers and other weapons made by Deepeeka are durably crafted and budget-friendly offerings. The steel is good and well-tempered and their leathercraft and woodworking are of excellent quality. Deepeeka’s products are handcrafted and (in the case of blades, hand-hammered) are a good deal for those who want a quality item at a good price.
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I had high hopes for Deepeeka’s “new & improved” line, and for this new version of the Cluny sword. Sadly, this sword was a disappointment. The big issue was the blade. The hardware & scabbard were fine, but the blade was an absolute mess. This thing was wavy as a lake in high winds. And, there as a narrowing in the width in one place on one edge. Looked like someone accidentally set the edge on the wheel end of a belt grinder and ground a depression in the edge. I sharpen my own blades using a belt grinder, and this one was a lot of work, trying to compensate for all the issues with the blade. I finally got a nice edge on it, but the only way I could get that depression out of the one edge would be to re-shape the blade. It looks better after sharpening, but it’s still noticeable.
I guess quality control will never be Deepeeka’s strong suit. I”m not sure I can lay down my money for another of their swords, certainly not as long as they keep churning out this kind of trash.
I ordered one of these Deepeeka Cluny’s because I really liked the aesthetics. I got it and was equally impressed by the actual sword and scabbard. I ordered 2 more to give as gifts and was just as happy with the 2nd and 3rd swords I received. They are a great value for the money. I had no serious quality control issues or any problem with symmetry. They are not CNC blades, so there is the tiniest bit of waviness and variation which I would expect in a hand forged blade at this price point, but nothing that negatively affects the overall appearance or beauty of the sword. With my naked eye, I can detect no profile asymmetry, but placing the edges on a flat surface shows there is maybe a 32nd of an inch of variation between the sides.
Handling is really good, light, maneuverable, and versatile. The scabbard is very pretty and quite fitted for a basic generic scabbard. The antiquing on the fittings was attractive and even. I own hundreds of swords ranging from basic models like this to custom one of a kind pieces costing thousands of dollars. The swords I received from this lot are all high quality and excellent value at this price point.
I ordered one of these Deepeeka Cluny’s because I really liked the aesthetics. I got it and was equally impressed by the actual sword and scabbard. I ordered 2 more to give as gifts and was just as happy with the 2nd and 3rd swords I received. They are a great value for the money. I had no serious quality control issues or any problem with symmetry. They are not CNC blades, so there is the tiniest bit of waviness and variation which I would expect in a hand forged blade at this price point, but nothing that negatively affects the overall appearance or beauty of the sword. With my naked eye, I can detect no profile asymmetry, but placing the edges on a flat surface shows there is maybe a 32nd of an inch of variation between the sides.
Handling is really good, light, maneuverable, and versatile. The scabbard is very pretty and quite fitted for a basic scabbard. The antiquing on the fittings was attractive and even. I own hundreds of swords ranging from basic models like this to custom one of a kind pieces costing thousands of dollars. The swords I received from this lot are all high quality and excellent value at this price point.
It’s awesome and made my birthday 100 times better
This is great for the price point.
I would advise getting it with an edge on it as i can barely get it in the scabbard as is without one.
The blade does seem to have a very minor bend to it and the leather on the hilt is not as pristinely shaped as in the pictures.
I’m pretty ok with it but I can imagine some others would have a hard time enjoying themselves after noticing these things. The pommel also isn’t perfectly aligned.
So 3 out of 5 for overall score but I’d give it a 4/5 for the price. I mean it is a cheap sword, so you get a cheap sword. Great as a costume piece.
A very well-made sword. I’m not quite sure why some people think otherwise, other than they expect a quality that was never existent during the time the originals were made. I don’t understand why they would want an item that is ahistorical. This sword, as it is, would have been prized in its day. Wonderful work from Deepeeka. I especially like the leatherwork, and the grip is perfect. The scabbard is a little over-built, but still beautiful. At least Deepeeka includes a scabbard, and good ones at that. I say good ones, not great ones, but they are very nice with good leather. I don’t have to make a custom one. Something I would never do for a much higher priced sanatized ahistorical sword anyway. A great sword and perfect imperfections!