I received my new custom sword from Robert Moc today. It's a type XI with some wonderful blade inlay and a fantastic brazil nut pommel and an equally fantastic scabbard... It is inspired by the Esrum Kloster sword from Denmark. I've included a photo of the original. The sword is an absolute beast, measuring 45.5 inches long altogether!!! That's pretty big for a one hander. Robert has done his best with this sword and it is magnificent. I'm very proud to add it to my collection. I've included a (blurry, sorry...) picture of it next to some other swords and in hand to give perspective on it's size...

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The scabbard is beautiful, but the blade and it's inlay really make the piece. Congrats.

Sweet! Now there's a sword I'd be super proud to have in my collection.

That's beautiful. How does it handle? With a blade that long, there must be a lot of blade presence. The original must have been particularly good for mounted combat.

How much does this piece weigh, Tim? And where's the point of balance?

Hi Tim
Congratulations on another fine sword I also like this type of sword with the brazil nut pommel robert has done an fantastic job all over including the inlay fantastic sword once again congratulations to you and robert

What a beautiful sword! That inlay is amazing. Am I seeing it correct as slightly different on each side?

Congratulations Tim with finally holding it in your hand!

I must say that the inlay is extremely beautiful!
So you went with two long inlays (instead of the original's long inlay one side and very short inlay the other side?)

The hilt also seems to fit your hand nicely!
The comparison with your other two swords really highlights how long this 1-handed sword is! Yet it still looks light and slender and aesthetically refined.
It must have been a devastating weapon used from horseback!

Now you only need a "Danish Crusader Warhorse" (they were in fact breed in the area around Esrum and - with the Spanish warhorses - regarded as the best in Europe) and some armour and you are ready to terrify some pagans from horseback in the Baltic, when the King called for "Expeditio" (Dk: Leding)!
The original sword could have been used in the Battle of Arkona (Rügen) in 1168 or Lyndanisse (Tallinn) in 1219 and then put down in Esrum Lake as a offering for giving victory in battle [pagan ways die slowly]

Though the original found scabbard sadly wasn't preserved, Robert Moc has made a beautiful companion to your sword.

Congratulations on another beautiful sword Tim! The whole package truly looks impressive. Robert is definitely an artist when it comes to making swords. Looking at the grip I am trying to figure out if it is bare wood or leather?

That indeed lovely!

RPM

what period is this sword and scabbard/ sword belt dated to?

it's stunning

Craig- It's a shade over 3 pounds and the POB is 8 inches off the guard. Feels very nice for this piece with the long blade.
Milan&Niels- Yes, the inlay is different on either side. Not exactly like the original, but looks damn nice...
Scott- The grip is either snake or lizard skin. Not entirely historical as far as we know, but looks really good. Subtle.
William P- This sword is dated to the second half of the 12th century. The scabbard is typical for that period as well.

With an overall length of 45.5 inches, the blade must be somewhere around 39 inches long, which is kind of scary for a singlehander.

Beautiful sword Tim, I love the inlay and the scabbard. Really fine lines. Great job to Robert Moc and congratulations!

That's a real beauty Tim!

It must be a really interesting sword to wield. It's absolutely huge!

Another great addition to your stunning collection.