This hand-forged 12th century sword, named "Keurnbut" (The Millstone-Breaker), is modeled on Oakeshott type XI blades found in the British Isles. A full-length fuller runs down the blade in the traditional early Viking-Age style. It pairs a blunt carbon-steel blade with an ornate hilt and a leather-wrapped wooden scabbard.
Construction & materials: forged from EN45 high-carbon spring steel and heat-treated to 56–58 HRC, the blunt double-edged blade runs nearly the full length of the handle and transitions into a threaded rod at the pommel for secure assembly with the cast grip and pommel nut. Solid and durable for display, costuming and light reenactment.
Strong yet nimble: the spring-steel blade is prized for flexibility and durability, while the lightweight aluminum hilt keeps overall weight to 2.35 lbs (1.07 kg). The one-handed grip is wrapped in brown leather cord for a secure hold.
Scabbard & belt: hand-assembled wooden scabbard wrapped in genuine brown cowhide, with an adjustable leather waist belt.
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Better than I expected! Arrived quick and was exactly as advertised not some cheap wall hanger this is a legit sword and for a great price. I will be buying more from this company.
12th Century British Isles Sword
This is a very well-crafted sword and scabbard combination and a faithful representative of the era. It was quickly shipped by the store and received within a week.
The pommel is tightly peened to the tang and surrounding handle. The handle wrapping very expertly accomplished. The cross guard tightly fitting between blade and handle. The nicely forged blade is gently taped to a strong point and incorporates an evenly applied fuller. It is not fully sharpened which makes it ideal for reenactment use.
The scabbard is covered with nice quality leather that fits tightly over the wooden inner core. It has a few cord decorations applied between the leather over wrap and wooden core. While the blade fits nicely within the scabbard, it does not provide a tight, friction fit. Overall, that’s not a big shortcoming.
Better than I expected! Arrived quick and was exactly as advertised not some cheap wall hanger this is a legit sword and for a great price. I will be buying more from this company.
12th Century British Isles Sword
This is a very well-crafted sword and scabbard combination and a faithful representative of the era. It was quickly shipped by the store and received within a week.
The pommel is tightly peened to the tang and surrounding handle. The handle wrapping very expertly accomplished. The cross guard tightly fitting between blade and handle. The nicely forged blade is gently taped to a strong point and incorporates an evenly applied fuller. It is not fully sharpened which makes it ideal for reenactment use.
The scabbard is covered with nice quality leather that fits tightly over the wooden inner core. It has a few cord decorations applied between the leather over wrap and wooden core. While the blade fits nicely within the scabbard, it does not provide a tight, friction fit. Overall, that’s not a big shortcoming.
Good afternoon! If someone were sharpen the dull edge, would it hold that edge well? Just curious!
Greetings! Yes, our swords are forged from spring steel and they would hold an excellent edge.
Is this weapon tempered for actual metal to metal combat? Whether sharpened or not, push come to shove, i'd love to be able to use this for defensive purposes with no deformation.
Hello Derek, yes, these swords are tempered for metal to metal use and are forged from spring steel, so they should not deform.
What’s the exact point of balance?
About 15-16 cm from the cross-guard
Approx time for restock, and price when available
Two more weeks for restock and the price will be $227.87. We thank you for your interest in our wares!
Good Sirs,
Regarding this New Sword Release of the Keurnbut "The Millstone-Breaker", shown below....
Does this sword have a Full Tang integrated handle that was forged from the same metal billet as the sword? If so, what are the approximate dimensions of the tang under the leather wrap?
How has the decorative lightweight aluminum hilt attached to the tang in the handle? What grade aluminum / hardness is the decorative hilt made from?
Thank You for answers to my questions
Best Regards ~ Steve
Great questions, Steve! Firstly, yes, the sword has full tang forged from the same carbon steel as the blade. The tang is flat with the initial portion next to the blade being 1" wide and 4" long and threaded portion about 2.5".
The hilt is attached to the tang with a nut screwed over the handle and then the pommel, which also has threads and is tightened over the grip.
As for the aluminum, we haven't done a specific hardness test, but we used harder aluminum alloy, which is often used in many automobile parts. This is strong and durable.
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