Bohemian Broadsword - Oakeshott Type XIIa 14th Century Overall Length: 43"

Overall Length: 43"

The cross is straight with sharp down turns at the tip

Edge length: 7

hexagonal shaft

Quillon Width: 9

Bohemian Broadsword - Oakeshott Type XIIa 14th Century Overall Length: 43"Based on Original: Circa 1480 1510, Private Collection Overall Length: 44" Blade Length: 36. 5" Blade Width: 1. 75" Quillon Width: 8" Grip Length: 5" Balance Point: 6. 38" Weight: 2. 6 lbs This broadsword exhibits a hexagonal cross sectioned blade with a narrow fuller down the forte. The thickness of the blade dramatically tapers to the point to give an excellent balance for the cut; a detail often missed by many modern manufacturers. This style of