New Sword from micheal Pikula

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R.D.Metcalf
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New Sword from micheal Pikula

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Overall weight: 2lb. 11oz.
Point of Balance: 4.25" forward of guard
Point of Percussion: 22" forward of guard
Blade Length: 32.5"
Blade Width: 2.5"
Length Overall: 39"


Lords and Ladies, meet Ellenthriste
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Very sweet!

She's purdy!
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Wow...what a pretty blade! Heck, I'd take that table she's laying on!
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She's a beaut!
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Thanks guys. This sword is based on two examples from my armoury


The XIV blade and grip are based on this example: http://www.myarmoury.com/view.html?feat ... txiv03.jpg

The fittings are based on this type X example: http://www.myarmoury.com/view.html?feat ... potx08.jpg

Micheal absolutely nailed my vision of this sword and he was incredible to work with. I cant say enough good things about Micheal Pikula 8)
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Is that the XIV from the royal armories? Funny you should choose that blade. I had Michael draw up a copy of that one. We're planning to do the inlays and everything. I'd say great minds think alike but I"m not so sure my mind is great. Anyhoo she's a lovely sword and Michael is a VERY underrated smith for the moment. He's fantastic to work with and really does stand behind what he makes. I'd urge any of you whom are interested in a custom to seriously consider him.
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Mike, Yes, this sword is based on the one housed in the Royal Armouries Leeds, the inscription on the original was TOTOTOTO apparently signifying loyalty, 8) That was found in a peat bog in Northern Italy.
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Eez a'very Nice!

Seriously, that is a very good looking blade and I am stoked for you
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Thanks Dave, coming from a seasoned swordman like yourself that is high praise for this blade 8) I'm honored, sir!
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http://www.myarmoury.com/talk/viewtopic.php?t=20424

It seems my Ellenthriste is making the rounds 8) Half of her scabbard is hollowed and lined I will post this project in crafts and skills as I have a new take on hollowing scabbard cores alot of home builders might find interesting that puts a historical two peice scabbard in almost anyones reach 8)
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