Henry V arming sword
Measurements
length: 34"
blade: 27"
blade width: 1 13/16" at 2" from guard
blade width: 3/4" at 2" from tip
grip & pommel: 6 1/2"
guard: 7 3/4"
point of balance: 1 1/4" from guard (!)
weight (sword): 3 lb 0.2 oz
weight (sword & scabbard): 3 lb 11.8 oz
The Henry V arming sword is modeled after the sword hung over the tomb of one of England's great warrior kings. The single-handled cut-and-thrust weapon combines a relatively short but sturdy high carbon steel blade with elegant down-swept quillons and a wheel pommel. This sword is very fast and well-balanced, it just flows in the hand. The blade tapers from wide at the hilt to narrow at the tip - perfect for thrusts into the gaps of gothic armor. This is one of my very favorite short arming swords. Leathercovered wood scabbard included. Made by Paul Chen/Hanwei.
Once more, into the breach! -- Henry V, via William Shakespeare
War without fire is like sausage without mustard. -- Henry V, in his own words.
Price: $150
