Windlass – Oakeshott Type XIV
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 32 7/8"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 8 oz
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Windlass - Oakeshott Type XIV
This classic Knightly sword of the 13th and 14th centuries has a tempered and sharpened blade of 1075 high carbon steel which is solidly mounted into the hilt with a robust peen over its steel wheel pommel. This blade type with its widened blade base not only reinforces and improves the durability of the sword at a critical stress point, but also shifts the balance favorable for a more agile and responsive sword, one ideal for quick self defense or when paired with a buckler. The guard is crafted from steel and the wooden grip is tightly bound with stitched leather. The scabbard is constructed from thick and tough leather with steel fittings to match the sword.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Era
- Medieval
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 32 7/8"
- Blade Length
- 26 1/4"
- Blade
- 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 8 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 3 7/8"
- Thickness
- 4.5 mm - 2.8 mm
- Width
- 61 mm
- Grip Length
- 4 1/16"
- 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 Windlass model? Common Question
An Oakeshott Type XIV medieval arming sword with a broad blade and wheel pommel.
Q What steel and edge does the blade have? Common Question
1075 high carbon steel with a sharp cutting edge.
Q How is the hilt constructed? Common Question
Steel crossguard, wood grip wrapped in stitched leather, and a peened steel wheel pommel.
Q Does it include a scabbard? Common Question
Yes, a thick leather scabbard with steel throat and chape is included.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 32 7/8 in, blade 26 1/4 in, width 61 mm, distal taper 4.5–2.8 mm, grip 4 1/16 in, point of balance 3 7/8 in, weight 2 lb 8 oz.
Q How does it handle? Common Question
The widened base and short blade shift balance toward the hand for quick, agile cuts.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment sparring? Common Question
It is a sharp, battle-ready cutter intended for training targets and collection; not for contact sparring unless dulled according to event rules.
Q Where is it made and by whom? Common Question
Manufactured by Windlass Steelcrafts in India.
Q Any care recommendations? Common Question
Keep the carbon steel blade clean and lightly oiled; periodically condition the leather grip and scabbard.
Q What historical era does the design reflect? Common Question
Knightly arming swords of the 13th–14th centuries as categorized by Oakeshott Type XIV.
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.
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I own this sword. Apart from being beautiful and intimidating, it handles wonderfully.
Solid, well made, and fierce looking, like it wants to go to work.
It is sharp, but not really. A litle time on the stone, then a v of fine grain sandpaper, and I am gradually appleseeding it, and it’s starting to cut real well.
And it comes with a sheath! Plenty of pricey swords don’t.
This is a weapon, not a wall hanger. Goes well with a buckler. You would proudly show up for muster with this at your side, your mates would admire it. As I portray an archer, this is beautifully appropriate.
My first sword and I love it; exceeding my expectations. The factory edge is sharp enough to lop off a digit or two. The scabbard is solid hide, very hard, surprisingly so. It was packaged well and the sword was protected with a long term storage substance. I used Ballistol to clean/oil it and it shined up well. Fantastic all around.