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Arms & Armor Bohemian Broadsword
Original: Date 1480-1510, Private collection The Bohemian's mild steel furniture is cast in a writhen design, cleanly cast and very attractive. The sword's wooden grip is covered with leather that has been stitched, then shrunk to fit with beeswax. The blade is finished with a very attractive satin finish that is authentic and easily maintained. The pommel is secured by a locking nut through which the tang is peened. See our hands-on review for more information on this sword. Overall length: 44" Weight: 2.4 pounds Width of guard: 8" Blade: 36" long; 1.75" wide tapering to 1.2" Grip: 5" long Point of Balance (PoB): 6.4" from guard Center of Percussion (CoP): ~22" from guard Maker: Arms & Armor of Minnesota 
Inspired by an original located in a private collection.
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