viking sword petersen l battle ready short

viking sword petersen l battle ready shortDeveloped in close collaboration with martial arts instructor Volker Kunkel and his West Coast Institute, this Ulfberth sword has been designed for sword fighting. The goal was to offer a sturdy yet light, well balanced combat sword for those on a tighter budget. Volker brought his years of experience as an instructor and trainer in fencing to this project. The Ulfberth team, together with its swordsmiths, has translated these specifications into a

It protected the body from cold weather whilst not limiting the movement of the arms

became increasingly popular amongst women from the 13th century onwards

herbs and the like

Similar swords have been excavated throughout Ireland

The chain mail skirt is constructed from flat rings with an inner diameter of 8 mm

The horn surface is polished and the horn has a dark colour

dated around 900 AD

The blade is constructed from 1075 carbon steel with a hardness of 45 HRC in the core and a hardness of 50 HRC at the edges

Size in cm S M L XL XXLChest circumference98104110116122Length from shoulder125127129131133

These may be combined with other armour parts

The cross-guard and pommel are crafted from bronze and are richly decorated

and especially the ornamental embroidery give the cape and the wearer a distinctive