Medieval Arming Swords

The best metalsmiths from Windlass Steelcrafts have spent hours on each blade, hand forging the high carbon steel for optimal balance, quickness and durability. The pommel features a highly detailed Templar coin on each side with Latin inscription and the symbols that have grown synonymous with the Templar Order, while the grip is hand-wrapped with a rich genuine red leather with a wire over-wrap.

The sword includes a custom, matching wooden scabbard covered in top grain, heavy-duty leather and a period belt with solid metal fittings.

Total Length: 101.5cm
Blade Length: 82.5cm
Blade Width: 6.5cm
Blade Thickness: 4.3mm
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Weight: 1.6kg
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

This medieval Acre Crusader Broadsword from Windlass Steelcrafts Battlecry collection is a formidable weapon of proven worth. This classic knightly sword was an idea for sword and shield or sword and buckler combat whether on foot or horseback. The Acre crusader sword is a stout and fearsome blade that takes advantage of its heft, width, and centre and gravity to deliver deadly slashing cuts and hacking blows as well as thrusts.

With a wide cross-guard of over 8" it's no sword for the soft hearted or weak-spirited. Its practical cruciform hilt with single-hand grip and disc pommel was to be the functional model for countless other sword styles to follow.

Total Length: 100cm
Blade Length: 83cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Weight: 1530g
Grip Length: 16.5cm
Point of Balance: 15cm 
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Knights Templar Sword is the most popular sword in our collection. If you do not have the space for a full-size sword why not consider purchasing the matching Knights Templar Dagger instead.

The sword features a forged steel blade with solid brass pommel and guard - both adorned with the Templar Cross in red enamel. Comes complete with leather scabbard with and baldric shoulder belt. This item has a blunt blade and is manufactured for display only.

Total Length: 92.5cm
Blade Length: 74.5cm
Grip Length: 12.5cm
Blade Thickness (base): 0.49cm
Blade Width (base): 4.5cm
Weight: 1046g
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Robert the Bruce Sword features a forged steel blade with solid brass pommel and guard. The pommel features the rampant lion of the Bruce coat of arms whilst the guard is decorated with crusader crosses, both in red enamel. The leather and wood scabbard is decorated with a “Z” pattern and has brass scabbard loops.

This sword is blunt and designed for display only.

Total Length: 97cm
Blade Length: 78.5cm
Grip Length: 12.5cm
Weight: 1140g
Blade Thickness (base): 0.44cm
Blade Width (base):  4.5cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 13.5cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Knightly Sword is the perfect accompaniment for any costume, whether it be for film, theatre or fancy dress. The non-sharp steel blade is polished and lightly oiled for protection. The guard and pommel are crafted from steel and are separated by a leather covered wood grip. The well-made scabbard is hand crafted from wood and leather.

Although this sword is constructed from high carbon steel and has a full tang, we would not recommend it for use as the blade has not been heat-treated.

Total Length: 95cm
Blade Length: 78cm
Grip Length: 11cm
Weight: 1200g
Blade Thickness (base): 0.5cm
Blade Width (base):  4.4cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 14cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Knights Templar Arming Sword features an unsharpened carbon steel blade with central fuller. The grip is wood wrapped in brown leather and flanked with a steel guard and pommel. The pommel is emblazoned with an enamelled Templar red cross.

Comes complete with wooded scabbard wrapped in brown leather with polished steel fittings. This sword has a blunt blade and is manufactured for display only.

Total Length: 94.5cm
Blade Length: 77.5cm
Grip Length: 11cm
Weight: 1046g
Blade Thickness (base): 0.44cm
Blade Width (base):  4.6cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

This Blackfriars Sword is inspired by a sword that was found in the mudbanks of the River Thames near Bull Wharf, Blackfriars. It is dated to around 1340-50 and is a typical knight's sword of the period. It is now held in the Royal Armouries collection.

Our Blackfriars Sword has solid brass hilt fittings and a polished (camel) bone grip. The blade is hand forged from steel and is housed in a scabbard of leather covered wood with brass fittings. This item has a blunt blade and is manufactured for display only.

Matching dagger available in our Daggers section.

Total Length: 100cm
Blade Length: 83.5cm
Grip Length: 8.5cm
Weight: 1054g
Blade Thickness (base): 0.37cm
Blade Width (base):  4.2cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 23.5cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Practical broadswords are all based on authentically styled swords in our collection but they are tailored to meet the needs of re-enactment and stage combat. These very popular and affordable weapons feature authentic hilt styling, with fully tempered un-edged and un-pointed blades. They are designed to withstand rugged use while providing the level of safety required by many of today’s re-enactment societies.

The blades are crafted from 1065 high-carbon steel, hardened to 50HRC, which restricts edge-notching to acceptable levels while providing resilience and protection against brittleness. While the blades are substantial, they are fullered to provide balance and good handling characteristics. They feature 1/16” wide edges and rounded tips for safety. The tangs are also substantial, with radiused corners at the blade shoulders and no welds.

Total Length: 92.7cm
Blade Length: 76.2cm
Grip Length: 16.5cm
Weight: 1.105kg
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Plastic, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Paul Chen swords are crafted in much the same way as swords were made centuries ago, except now the blades are forged from high-carbon spring steel. The blade finish is far from being polished agian more closley replicating what the medieval swordsmith was able to achieve. Except as noted the grips are leather covered hardwood. Fittings are either steel or solid brass. These swords will appeal to the re-enactor who wants a sword with the same appearance as the originals.

The River Witham Sword was dredged from the River Witham near the town of Lincoln during work carried out in 1788. The sword may be a remnant of the Battle of Lincoln in 1141, but it is more likely that it was made between 1250-1300 CE. The inscription on the blade reads: +NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+.

Total Length: 97.2cm
Blade Length: 80.1cm
Grip Length: 9cm
Weight: 1.58kg
Blade Width (base): 4.9cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 17cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.