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Photos from Nathan Robinson's Collection: (Click to enlarge)         This piece has been sold and is no longer in my collection. |
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ArmArt Swiss Saber
Late 15th or early 16th century Switzerland/Germany Hand-forged diamond cross-sectioned blade, single-edged and with exaggerated curvature. Wooden oval grip wrapped with brown leather. Hexagonal scent-stopper iron pommel. Upward-sloping cross-guard with double ring guards. Overall length: 41" Weight: 2.55 pounds Width of guard: 8.875" Blade: 32" long; 1.625" wide at base Blade curvature: 2" at most extreme Grip and pommel: 9" Point of Balance (PoB): 4" from guard Center of Percussion (CoP): ~21" from guard Maker: ArmArt of the Czech Republic |
