Albion Sempach Hand And A Half Sword And Scabbard
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:24481912 | Handedness: Hand-and-a-Half |
| Type: Bastard Sword, Longsword | Theme: High Middle ages |
| Tang: Full | Blade Material: Carbon Steel |
Albion Sempach hand and a half sword and scabbard. Condition is Used. Shipped with FedEx Ground or FedEx Home Delivery.
Up for auction is a replica medieval sword manufactured by Albion Swords out of Wisconsin. This is an Oakeshott type XVII. It is late 14th century to early 15th century style of sword geometry, hilt and pommel. The blade is notable for having a very rigid hexagonal blade profile which excelled for thrusting through the overlapping plate armor that was ubiquitous o...f the nobility during this period.This particular sword has a black leather grip, and comes complete with a custom made matching black scabbard. The scabbard is made of yellow poplar and covered in hand stitched 2 oz. top grain leather. The scabbard features a bit of stylized tooling for a bit of extra character and a unique cast chape. Similar scabbards will run over $400.
This has never been cut with. But I'm listing it as used as it has been displayed and handled over the years that I've owned it. It is a beautiful live-steel replica, and is VERY VERY SHARP. It is NOT a toy or wall-hanger. I have cut my finger on this very sword while cleaning it years ago.
This sword will ship in it's original box. And I will only ship via FedEx (home delivery and ground are fine) due to the value and rarity of this item. (1 of 1000)
The retail price of this sword is over $1200, and with the scabbard you would be paying more than $1600 if purchasing new. (Possibly more like $1, 800, as the most basic wooden cored scabbards run $400). And the last time I ordered a sword from them, they had a one year waiting list. This is your opportunity to own a spectacular collectible, not only for a great price but also without the wait!
Albion specs from web site:
The Sempach(Oakeshott Type XVII)
This style of type XVII sword is named after the battle of Sempach in 1386. Two such weapons were found in the graves of two Austrian knights that fell in that battle. A characteristic feature of this type of sword is its very stiff blade of hexagonal section. They are always of hand and a half proportions, sometimes almost two hand size but often smaller. There is often a fuller along the first third of the blade. This was a period when armor was at its heaviest and most massive, thus swords had to be made that were both robust and powerful. The thrust might have been the most effective attack when using a sword against a heavily armored foe and so the point is always strong on these weapons. Although being oriented for the thrust, these swords can show surprisingly good performance as cutters as well. The more agile members of this family of swords have very attractive handling characteristics, being responsive while having a strong authority in the cut and precise point control. This is what we have aimed for in the making of this sword: An agile weapon that shows the same functional beauty as its predecessors. Strangely, it is rare to see this prominent type among modern replicas. This classic late 14th C. sword offers a unique opportunity for any collector interested in the European medieval sword. The Sempach style has a very typical pommel shape: a substantial wedge of hexagonal or octagonal section. There are usually decorative shallow grooves on the top face, adding elegance to the massive shape. Oakeshott names this type T2 and dates it to the period 1360-1420.
Specifications
Overall length: 45.875" (116.21 cm)
Blade length: 36" (92 cm)
Blade width: 1.9" (4.8 cm)
CoG: 4.5" (11.43 cm)
CoP: 22" (55.9 cm)
Weight: 3 lbs (1.36 kilos)
This sword is a limited edition of 1000 swords worldwide.
Check photos for condition.All of my items are from my non-pet-owning, non-smoking home. Check out my other items coming up soon as I try to thin out my duplicates and collectible toys to thin out the collection.Buyer pays actual shipping via U.S. Postal or FedEx to U.S. and all it's APO/FPO locations. I do NOT ship internationally, so don't bother asking if I'll make the exception this one time. I won't do it. I may consider local delivery if it's not an hour's drive or if you want to pick up.Make sure to notify me if you want items insured. If it doesn't state it is being mailed with insurance, it isn't.Feel free to ask questions. If you decide to bid, good luck!
Up for auction is a replica medieval sword manufactured by Albion Swords out of Wisconsin. This is an Oakeshott type XVII. It is late 14th century to early 15th century style of sword geometry, hilt and pommel. The blade is notable for having a very rigid hexagonal blade profile which excelled for thrusting through the overlapping plate armor that was ubiquitous o...f the nobility during this period.This particular sword has a black leather grip, and comes complete with a custom made matching black scabbard. The scabbard is made of yellow poplar and covered in hand stitched 2 oz. top grain leather. The scabbard features a bit of stylized tooling for a bit of extra character and a unique cast chape. Similar scabbards will run over $400.
This has never been cut with. But I'm listing it as used as it has been displayed and handled over the years that I've owned it. It is a beautiful live-steel replica, and is VERY VERY SHARP. It is NOT a toy or wall-hanger. I have cut my finger on this very sword while cleaning it years ago.
This sword will ship in it's original box. And I will only ship via FedEx (home delivery and ground are fine) due to the value and rarity of this item. (1 of 1000)
The retail price of this sword is over $1200, and with the scabbard you would be paying more than $1600 if purchasing new. (Possibly more like $1, 800, as the most basic wooden cored scabbards run $400). And the last time I ordered a sword from them, they had a one year waiting list. This is your opportunity to own a spectacular collectible, not only for a great price but also without the wait!
Albion specs from web site:
The Sempach(Oakeshott Type XVII)
This style of type XVII sword is named after the battle of Sempach in 1386. Two such weapons were found in the graves of two Austrian knights that fell in that battle. A characteristic feature of this type of sword is its very stiff blade of hexagonal section. They are always of hand and a half proportions, sometimes almost two hand size but often smaller. There is often a fuller along the first third of the blade. This was a period when armor was at its heaviest and most massive, thus swords had to be made that were both robust and powerful. The thrust might have been the most effective attack when using a sword against a heavily armored foe and so the point is always strong on these weapons. Although being oriented for the thrust, these swords can show surprisingly good performance as cutters as well. The more agile members of this family of swords have very attractive handling characteristics, being responsive while having a strong authority in the cut and precise point control. This is what we have aimed for in the making of this sword: An agile weapon that shows the same functional beauty as its predecessors. Strangely, it is rare to see this prominent type among modern replicas. This classic late 14th C. sword offers a unique opportunity for any collector interested in the European medieval sword. The Sempach style has a very typical pommel shape: a substantial wedge of hexagonal or octagonal section. There are usually decorative shallow grooves on the top face, adding elegance to the massive shape. Oakeshott names this type T2 and dates it to the period 1360-1420.
Specifications
Overall length: 45.875" (116.21 cm)
Blade length: 36" (92 cm)
Blade width: 1.9" (4.8 cm)
CoG: 4.5" (11.43 cm)
CoP: 22" (55.9 cm)
Weight: 3 lbs (1.36 kilos)
This sword is a limited edition of 1000 swords worldwide.
Check photos for condition.All of my items are from my non-pet-owning, non-smoking home. Check out my other items coming up soon as I try to thin out my duplicates and collectible toys to thin out the collection.Buyer pays actual shipping via U.S. Postal or FedEx to U.S. and all it's APO/FPO locations. I do NOT ship internationally, so don't bother asking if I'll make the exception this one time. I won't do it. I may consider local delivery if it's not an hour's drive or if you want to pick up.Make sure to notify me if you want items insured. If it doesn't state it is being mailed with insurance, it isn't.Feel free to ask questions. If you decide to bid, good luck!
