Sword of the First Crusade

This item can not be ordered at this time. It has been discontinued and can only be found through external links to our website.

Immediately prior to the First Crusade, the wearing of mail had increased. Although in the Viking Age, mail was known and worn, it was often in raids and even in duels. However, more and more battles were being fought, and more and more mail was becoming available. Although mail can be cut but a shrewd blow, it can also deflect a blow. As a result of this, there was a small increase in the weight of the sword. Although swords might get to 4 lbs. in the future, at this time a heavy sword might weigh 2 lbs. 12 oz. which is what this replica weighs. Blade of this size in the hands of an experienced warrior could shear mail with ease. Steel brazil nut pommel, and straight crossguard with down turned ends. High carbon steel. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts. Leather scabbard. Overall-39". Blade-33" long, 2 1/8" wide, 3/16" thick Wt.-2 lbs. 12 oz. Circa 1190