After more than half a decade of waiting I have finally got my first custom sword, and it was worth the wait. It is based on a sword from the river Witham currently in Sheffield museum.

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I have long had an interest in the Anglo-Saxons, and I am a fan of the trewhiddle style of decoration popular in 9th century England, so when I first ran across this sword in The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England I took an immediate liking to it as a fine example of the English type L sword. When I decided I wanted a pattern welded viking age sword, this was an easy choice for me, and I contacted Patrick Bárta about making a replica. I learned more about the sword from this article, and Sheffield museum was kind enough to provide a good photo which I have attached.

Stats for my sword:
Overall length 93.8cm,
Blade length 78.5cm,
Blade width 53mm,
Point of balance 150mm before the guard,
Weight 1200g.

Overall I am very pleased with this sword. There are a few minor differences between the original and the Patrick's reproduction, for example I asked Patrick to alter the middle grip ferrule after the photo I posted was taken, but when I emailed him after receiving it I called it magnificent, and I stand by that. I hope to own more of his swords in the future.

My only problem is deciding where to put it - I tried wearing it everywhere, but it turns out sitting in a chair with armrests while you have a sword strapped to your waist is impractical so I am forced to look for an alternative.

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Yes Mr. Bell, that's an impressive piece,

Is that a Barta sword?

I am waiting for this to arrive from the Czech Republic:

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It is a saber by Lutel (a mix between their 11005 and 11006 models).

I quite like the looks of it and can't wait to see how it performs.

"Crusader" arming sword by Strongblade, modified by swapping out the original pommel for the one that comes on their "Knight Protector" arming sword. This was the tempered, unsharpened model, but I was able to sharpen it with few difficulties:




Blade is flexible - borderline "whippy", but not bad for a primarily cutting sword. Here are the specs:

Weight: 2 pounds, 14 oz.
POB: 6-1/4" from cross
blade length: 33 inches
COP: 11 inches from point

Not a bad sword, for the price, actually, but I'm hard put to put it into any particular Oakeshott typology.

Eric: Sorry I missed your last post about the EBE Hauswehr. Here's the thread: http://www.myArmoury.com/talk/viewtopic.php?t...t=hauswehr

Thank you Nathan, I'm glad you like it. After seeing it in "real life" and handling it, I can recommend it sincerely. I really, really like it, aesthetically and handling-wise.

Jean: Thank you. The one I got is actually the 11006 model but with the handle from the 11005 (the one at KoA). Lutel did the handle swap at my request. The 11006 sports a different -and longer- blade and, of course, a different guard. I always thought that the 11006 would benefit from being fitted with the 11005's handle. I think i was right. After you "recuperate" from the Dresden acquisition, yield to temptation!

I'll try and post my first impressions with pictures on a separate thread.

here are some pics from my diy project. its a german executioner sword late 17 century.
a similar is in the kriminalmuseum in rothenburg ob der tauber, germany.
i worked nearly one month on the sword.all parts are made by hand! the blade is carbon steel c75.

oli

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Wow, Oliver, at first look I thought your sword was an original one! Good work!

I recently received Albion's Prince. I requested a blue leather wrap which provides a nice contrast to the bronze pommel.
The Prince is properly named. It is well built, is an incredible feeling weapon, and a sight to behold as well.
review here:
http://www.myArmoury.com/review_alb_princesquire.html

Jon

http://www.albion-swords.com/swords/albion/ne...ce-xvi.htm
Specifications
Total length: 39.25" (99.7 cm)
Blade length: 32.28" (82 cm)
Blade width: 2.25" (5.7 cm)
CoG: 4.75" (12 cm)
CoP: 20.5" (52.07 cm)
Weight: 2 lbs 6.4 oz (1.09 kilos)

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I'll second that on the Prince. I received mine last week. No chance for pics yet but it may be my favorite single handed sword to date.

I bought this Donnie Shearer-made Beak Nosed Ribbon hilt backsword from a fellow forumite. It is antiqued and looks great. The blade is marked with the running wolf trademark. Very impressive work and looks like a genuine antique. It also feels great in the hand.

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