This bastard sword is hand-forged by Swordier and is inspired by historical late 14th and 15th century originals. Economically priced but with no compromise to cutting ability, the sword has a sharp blade of 65 Mn spring steel which is mounted into a stainless steel hilt with a durable peened construction. Its grip is wood which is wrapped in stitched leather. This battle-ready bastard sword is ready for cutting for both HEMA practitioners, sword collectors and medieval enthusiasts with its high carbon steel blade for cutting practice.
Practical, but elegant in its lines a sword such as this would have been the ready companion of knights, professional men-at-arms and mercenaries alike. The 33 inch blade possesses a diamond cross section blade for rigidity coupled with a sharply tapered blade tip make it excellent for thrusting into and puncturing the improved armor defenses of the late 14th to 15th century. Whilst optimized for dealing with the reality of contemporary armor becoming both more commonplace and produced to a larger scale, the blade still retains plenty of cutting potential that allow it to cut with capable authority and slice through tatami repeatedly. At a bit over 3 lbs in weight and a point of balance close to 4 inches the sword strikes a balance between agility and an authoritative heft that gives it the mass needed for strong strikes. The leather wrapped section of the grip measures 6 inches in length and coupled with the extended length of the scent stopper pommel the grip gives plenty of leverage and accommodation for a second hand.
Included with the sword is a durable wood-core scabbard which overlaid in stitched leather and finished with a stainless steel chape. Knotted anchoring points of leather banding with brass D rings allow for the sword to be attached to your own sword hangers or sword frog, allowing it to be slung and worn from your own sword belt.
Scott Gregg –
I did a review of this sword a while ago. I think it is quite a handsome item for the price, seemingly well made, has stood up to normal use (cutting not in actual battle). The balance is great, the fit and finish is quite nice. I personally think this is a Type XVa sword not a XVIIIc. The blade is EXACTLY the same specs as their XVa sword they are selling. That XVa came out a few months after this item. But all that is beside the point, this is a very nice sword for the money. Also Alex at Swordier seems to take advice and will respond to direct questions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EyCOjcFlL0