Hank Reinhardt Dordogne Sword

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Hank Reinhardt Dordogne Sword Ref: IW-IP701 Dordogne Sword - Oakeshott Type XVa "The original sword was dredged up from the River Dordogne many years ago. Although the blade was badly corroded, both the hilt and guard were in good condition. This sword dates between 1410 and 1450 A.D. The Type XVa was developed to oppose now-common plate armor, which would be impenetrable to a thrust from a hand held weapon. However, there were many junctions and openings in the armor that a sword like this could penetrate. Gripped with two hands, both covered in mail gauntlets, with one hand on the blade and the other on the hilt, a very powerful thrust could be delivered, splitting mail links and forcing its way through the various opening of the armor. Although the primary purpose the Type XVa was in thrusting, many had well-sharpened blades as well, which could deliver a disabling cut to a lightly armored opponent. The drawing from which this sword was made is the last drawing Ewart Oakeshott sent me, and this is the first chance I’ve had to have it properly reproduced. The sword is hand-forged from a high-carbon steel, and the steel guard and pommel are beautifully formed, following the three-dimensional drawings. This sword is sold complete with wood scabbard wrapped in leather with steel accents." - Hank Reinhardt Blade length: 36" ¤ Handle/Hilt length: 7¼" ¤ Overall: 44¼" Balance Point: 4½" below hilt ¤ Weight: 3 lbs., 3.2 oz. Price: $259.00 (Excluding MA Sales Tax at 5%)
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