Blackfriars Sword

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

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