Windlass Steelcrafts – Royal Armouries Collection – 15th Century Longsword
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1080 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 46 5/8"
- Weight
- 3 lbs 3.5 oz
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- English
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Windlass Steelcrafts - Royal Armouries Collection - 15th Century Longsword
Royal Armouries Sword #IX.16. This is a reproduction of an early 15th-century longsword, believed to have been found in the River Thames before finding its way into the Tower of London collection. Part of the Royal Armouries Collection by Windlass, the original dates to around 1400-1430. This is a hand-and-a-half sword. The stiff and acutely-tapered blade ends in a robust but slender point. This type of sword was used in one or two hands, depending on circumstance, and in armored combat, the blade could also be gripped in half swording, to better drive the point into the gaps of an armored opponent, and also to use the crossguard and pommel for wrestling and striking. This is the type of sword that English knights would have carried at the Battle of Agincourt. The blade of this sword has three transitions, from a hollow ground blunt ricasso next to the guard to a hexagonal cross-section, and finally to the flattened diamond section point. A relatively nimble sword, but with more blade presence than you might expect.
This replica is crafted with a hand-forged blade by a skilled blacksmith using modern 1080 high-carbon steel that is fully tempered and distally tapered for proper weight distribution.
The sheath is made with a wood body and covered with leather. The tip is reinforced with a brass chape that features a traditional cut-out. At the throat, the leather extends upward and covers part of the guard at the ricasso. Includes a certificate of authenticity on heavy stock, a tin of Windlass Classic Wax, and a polishing cloth. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts, the original can be seen in the Royal Armories Collection, Object Number IX.16.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- English
- Era
- Medieval
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 46 5/8"
- Blade Length
- 36 1/2"
- Blade
- 1080 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 3 lbs 3.5 oz
- Edge
- Unsharpened
- P.O.B.
- 5"
- Thickness
- 7.2 mm - 3.7 mm
- Width
- 43.2 mm
- Grip Length
- 7 5/16"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
Reviews
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is this longsword a replica of? Common Question
A reproduction of Royal Armouries sword IX.16, an early 15th‑century English hand‑and‑a‑half longsword dated circa 1400–1430.
Q What steel is the blade made from and how is it treated? Common Question
Modern 1080 high‑carbon steel, hand forged, fully tempered, and distally tapered for proper weight distribution.
Q How does it handle? Common Question
It’s relatively nimble with noticeable blade presence; the stiff, tapered blade and 5-inch point of balance suit thrust‑oriented, armored fighting techniques.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
It is supplied unsharpened.
Q What are the blade’s cross‑section features? Common Question
Three transitions: a hollow‑ground blunt ricasso near the guard, then a hexagonal section, ending in a flattened diamond point.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 46 5/8 in; blade length 36 1/2 in; grip length 7 5/16 in; width 43.2 mm; thickness 7.2–3.7 mm; weight 3 lb 3.5 oz; point of balance 5 in; peened pommel.
Q What comes with the sword? Common Question
A wood‑cored leather‑covered sheath with brass chape, a certificate of authenticity, a tin of Windlass Classic Wax, and a polishing cloth.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment or cutting? Common Question
Classed as battle ready with an unsharpened edge; suitability depends on event rules. It is built for functional handling and historical techniques such as half‑swording.
Q Who makes it and where? Common Question
Made by Windlass Steelcrafts in India as part of the Royal Armouries Collection.
Q How should I care for it? Common Question
Keep the blade lightly oiled or waxed, wipe after handling, and store dry; maintain the leather‑covered scabbard with appropriate leather care products.
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I do HEMA, and one thing that I immediatly noticed is how this sword is more forward heavy than my steel trainer. This sword definatly feels like it was made with armored combat in mind, as half swording it just makes sence when you grip it in such a way (very carefully, of course). This specific type of Oakshott Type XVII are not very common on the sword market today, with the hexagonal construction. Overall, the sword is gorgious, functional, and has a very interesting construction with the 3 parts.