Luka, I don't know for sure, but I think that two-hander was a different sword.

Here is another photo taken by Craig Johnson showing the full length with the extended fuller. I think it gives a better view of the sword in its full glory.

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Actually, I was thinking about Chris Artman's project he mentioned. :)

Magnificent!

I've seen this sword up close many times. A&A definitely has a way with such hilts!

One of a kind really.

Fantastic stuff by A&A as always. Spending a couple of days there recently with Craig and the crew gave me a much better sense of the passion they all bring to their work, as well as their dedication when working with clients.

Roger, do you know if Josh had a hand in this one's creation?

Every time this topic gets bumped to the top I get a tinge of envy. Where's my Christmas present?

That's a very beautiful sword, but is the fuller not as wide as the original? It also seems like the bevel doesn't reach the fuller like the original. I can't tell if that's just the pics or what have you. Regardless, it looks very nice.

Morning Everyone,

I have been meaning to add to this thread for days but have been so busy its the first chance I have had.

The grip does have a leather thong as the riser under the grip covering. This allows us to get the dimension we are after and shape it to get the cross section needed.

This sword turned out really well I think and is particularly handy in the actions of the Lichtenauer style of sword use.

I have attached a picture below comparing the original to Rogers version so people can see where the dimensional differences occured to turn this light side sword/rapier into a bastard sword.

The dimensions we structured the sword to where with in the specs envelope Roger provided and adjusting to the blade needs and structure of a bastard sword.

Best
Craig

SIde by Side of original b/w and the Hooper reproduction.

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Nicely, nicely done Craig! What a fantastic piece!

Here are a few more pictures showing the scabbard. It's a temptation to either pass on one of these or just to get a simple leather sheath, but I always regret it when I don't get a decent, wood core scabbard for a first class sword.

The sword is on its way to me now. When it arrives, I'll let you know how it looks and feels.

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The sworsd was delivered today.

You've heard the old saying, The pictures don't do it justice. That certainly applies here. It is splendid, wonderful, beautiful - all those things.

At 4 lbs., it's no lightweight, but feels about a pound lighter. It is a sweet handling sword, graceful in its movements. It goes where you want and easily stops when and where you want it to. It can be used with just one hand if you wish, but like almost all bastard swords, is much better with two. A lot of this is surely due to the distal taper on the blade. See the dimensions earlier in this thread. It starts at .250 inches, thicker that most blades, and thins out from there in a linear fashion.

I am very happy with how this project turned out. Arms and Armor really know how to make a sword, and are at the top of this world.

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Rub it in, pal, rub it in.

No really, I'm happy for you. A nice Christmas surprise! Timing is everything, right?

i'd love to see some photos of all your customs together! You have a hell of a collection.