Irish Gallowglass Sword War of the Rohirrim an acorn-pommeled hilt

an acorn-pommeled hilt

simple wooden scales with deep grooves riveted to the wide

Strategically placed padded panels on the front of the upper thighs and a layer of padding over the knees offer a great base layer of protection

8" head diameter

From the famous Talhoffer "Fechtbuch" illustrations

Irish Gallowglass Sword War of the Rohirrim an acorn-pommeled hiltThe iconic sword of the Irish Gallowglass, seen frequently on the field in the hands of these feared Irish mercenaries from the late 15th through mid 16th centuries, this sword is light and fast for its size, thanks to its balance point of 3. 5" past the guard, making it deceivingly deadly. Features a 5160 high carbon spring steel blade with a full tang and iconic ring pommel, and includes a wood core scabbard wrapped in leather with steel bands at