Ekkehard, classic sword, corca 1250
'Ekkehard', classic medieval one handed sword, circa 1250, inspired by original examples from European museums.
Black grip with 6 risers, straight crossguard, brass pommel.
This is a sword inspired by the sword of Margrave Ekkehard II, visible in sculptures in the cathedral in Naumburg, Germany, around 1250.
However, I was inspired not only by the sculpture and its proportions, which are sometimes dictated by the technical possibilities of the sculptural material, but also by original swords of a similar typological form. In addition, examples from Germany were used, currently located in museums in several European countries.
The sword is light, gives excellent control, simple in form, with a comfortable ergonomic handle. It will also work perfectly in practicing the techniques from the manuscript I:33.
This typological form of the sword, so common in the 13th century, has become synonymous with the classic type of knightly sword of medieval Europe. As you can see, it is a simple, cross-shaped form, devoid of ornaments and decorations, purely functional and characteristic.
Measurements:
total length 950mm
bladse length 795mm
blade width 51mm
grip 97mm
crossguard 190mm
pommel 50x32mm
balance 100mm
weight 1045g
sharp
Available: 1100 EUR plus shipping.
Note: This sword, like any handcrafted sword in the medieval style, can have traces of the manufacturing process, minor irregularities or asymmetries resulting from the specificity of real craftsmanship and medieval understanding of aesthetics, that are completely normal and do not affect the quality of the sword, but give it a unique original character, consistent with medieval objects of the same kind.