The Two handed Norman Sword, known for its crucifix form, is the quintessential medieval sword. Presented in the Bayeux Tapestry: an embroidery that depicts the Norman Conquest, the Norman Sword, classified as type XI with elements of type XIIa, is elegant in its simplicity. The Normans (also called Northmen or Norsemen) were the descendants of the Scandinavian Vikings who raided the European coastal settlements at the outset of the 8th century. Under the leadership of Rollo, a Viking raider, the Norsemen established control over an area of what would one day be known as France. Their control over this area was so absolute that they were granted ownership by Frankish King Charles III, called Charles the Simple, in 911 CE. The Scandinavian Vikings who raided the European coastal settlements at the outset of the 8th century had become not only landed immigrants, but title-holding nobility.
The blade is hand forged from 5160 carbon steel and then tempered. Comes with scabbard which is wood covered with brown leather and has two leather loops to hang. The guard and pommel are steel.
Overall Size: 45"
Blade Size: 35.4"
Blade width: 2"
Blade Thickness: .14"
Blade material: High Carbon Steel
Blade: Full Tang, Razor Sharp Edge
Scabbard : Leather
Weight without Scabbard: 3.53 lbs
Weight with Scabbard: 4.7 lbs