The flamboyantly dressed German Landsknecht mercenary lived a harsh, brutal life and was famous for their giant, two-hand Flamberge sword. After using the Flamberge to break an enemy's row of front-line pikemen, a smaller, one-hand sword was employed for the ensuing close-quarters combat - the Katzbalger.
Carried by all Landsknecht troops, including the pikemen and arquebusiers, this sword had an ornate "closed s" shaped guard and an extra long, fluted pommel. The Katzbalger was most assuredly respectful of its Renaissance roots.
Our replica is just as battle ready as the originals. The beautifully rendered grip would do any Landskecht proud. The fluting in the pommel extends seamlessly into the wood grip, and the guard is expertly spiral-twisted and terminates in half-spheres. The tempered, high-carbon steel blade is adorned with a trio of fullers that slightly lighten the blade.
The black leather scabbard is mildly decorated with leather bands that criss-cross and are knotted near the throat and has a unique steel tip.
Total length: 90 cm
Blade length: 74 cm
Grip length: 9 cm
Weight: 1.2 kg
Blade width: 3.3 cm
Blade: 1075 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Scabbard: Leather & Steel Tip
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
