Lutel 10006 Swiss Saber
Original: Circa 1490-1530, Southern Germany or Switzerland
This large Swiss saber has a single-edged slightly curved blade, flared rectangular quillons, writhen pommel, and a large shell guard for added hand protection. Chestnut leather two-handed grip and burnished steel fittings complete the hilt.
Has a leather suspension and matching belt.
Overall length: 46"
Weight: 3.4 pounds
Width of guard: 8"
Blade: 37" long; 1.625" wide tapering to 1"
Blade curvature: .625"
Grip and pommel: 9"
Point of Balance (PoB): 6" from guard
Center of Percussion (CoP): ~23" from guard
Maker:
Lutel of the Czech Republic.
This item has been retired from the collection.