Quote (InsaneBobb @ Oct 25 2020 10:17pm)
I know this isn't strictly LS related, but since I have a fascination for swords, figured I'd post it here. I have a sword. I'm trying to identify the exact type, what society influenced it's various factors, etc. It ticks a lot of marks from a lot of time periods and societies (romans, norse, scots). Anyone know more than I do about such things that can analyze it from this picture? No reward for doing so or anything, just thought it'd be an interesting discussion.
Pic:
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/755198864180379659/769851867009253386/unknown.pngDimensions would be 2 foot blade, from crossguard to pommel 7-8 inches, width of blade an inch and a quarter before it narrows.
Anyhow, hf. Pretty sure this is my 270ee, now just need to figure out wtf it is. :P
Edit: Note, this is a one-handed sword. Unless you have tiny hands, this cannot class as any form of claymore or other 2 handed sword.
As stated before by others, it is inspirational to a Gladius (Blade length and width slightly altered), can I ask if the sword Balance is blade heavy? (this is the norm for the Gladius for defense vs heavier / larger weapons).
The hilt / handle seems a mash up of Nordic / Germanic (European), but then it is too plain, I am guessing the original guard / handle was lost and someone adapted the appearance with the materials they had on hand... basically may have been made for a younger person to train with. (speculation here of course)
Outside of the Gladius, it does resemble something of a "Short Sword" used with a buckler or small shield, think late English after the Romans invaded and maybe during the viking raids... again speculation.
Pity there are no real markers that may identify the time period... any type of engraving on guard / hilt etc?
This post was edited by izParagonzi on Oct 25 2020 06:14pm