12th Century Sword - Oakeshott Type XIIa Rapier & Dagger The great advantages of this

The great advantages of this medieval pole arm are excellent reach

4 lbs (1545g)

This detail is seen on surviving axe shafts

• Blade Length: 17

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12th Century Sword - Oakeshott Type XIIa Rapier & Dagger The great advantages of thisBased on Original: Circa 1100 1250 Northern Europe, Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow Overall Length: 43. 3" Blade Length: 34. 6" Blade Width: 2" Guard Width: 9" Grip Length: 6. 7" Balance Point: 5. 5" Weight: 3. 3 lbs To assign an exact date to this sword is very difficult. This type of sword was once thought to be from the later Middle Ages. Recent scholarship has shown that a much earlier date should be applied to many of this type of sword. The