Medallion Sword.

[Andy M]

Paul forged out this blade about six years ago when we were first trying to figure out what was a practical Ranger sized blade. I was pretty heavy into ARMA at the time so was used to the giant wasters. This blade seemed compact compared to the wasters.
We conducted a lot of hard testing on this blade. The thinking was, what-ever weapon a Ranger headed out into the wild with would need to be able to handle most engagements. It's had everything from a mat cutting edge to a flat out blunt edge.
O.A.L. 39"
Blade 32"
3 lbs 4 oz
Width at hilt is 1.92" tapering evenly down to about 1" at the tip.
Thickness is almost 1/4" at the hilt tapering to 1/8" close to the hilt.
C.O.B. is 5" from the guard.

This cut was on rivetted maille.

[mcapanelli]

From what I've seen of her she's a Type XV or maybe an XVIII? Looks like she could be hollow ground too. can't tell from the pictures. All in all a sword a beautiful sword. I hope one day I get a chance to hold her.

[Greg]

It's definitely a beautiful sword. If there was ANY bladesmith I would've given a leg to apprentice from, it was Paul.

[Andy M]

Hey Mike, it's not hollowground. I'll take some pics. I tried last night but in the artificial light I couldn't get the blade without excessive reflection. I'll make sure you get some blade time with it.

It is a bit heavy compared to most production blades of it's size but is comfortable to work. I always told Paul he needed a real apprentice.

[Andy M]

Now I have to start on a scabbard for it.