Practice Arms
Suitable for sustained, rigorous training

These Practical broadswords (SH2106, SH2046, SH2047) are all based on authentically styled swords in our collection but they are tailored to meet the needs of re-enactment and stage combat. These very popular and affordable weapons feature authentic hilt styling, with fully tempered un-edged and un-pointed blades. They are designed to withstand rugged use while providing the level of safety required by many of today’s re-enactment societies. The blades are crafted from 1065 high-carbon steel, hardened to 50HRC, which restricts edge-notching to acceptable levels while providing resilience and protection against brittleness. While the blades are substantial, they are fullered to provide balance and good handling characteristics. They feature 1/16” wide edges and rounded tips for safety. The tangs are also substantial, with radiused corners at the blade shoulders and no welds. The end of the tang is riveted over the pommel, which both eliminates any possibility of inadvertent disassembly and provides a traditional means of tightening a loose hilt. The hardwood grips are leather-covered. The scabbards are fabricated in glass-filled resin, to provide great impact resistance, to eliminate swelling and to minimize blade corrosion problems. The scabbards now feature belt rings that adjust to allow vertical or horizontal carry. The wood-grain finish is attractive, but most re-enactors will decorate the scabbard to match their persona.

These swords are worthy of the most diligent knights, squires, and rogues. 

     Squire:  "Lord, how can real swords be so inexpensive?"
     Wise Knight:  "My young lad, much of the cost of a sword is not spent on the functional aspects.  It is spent on the aesthetics, such as the handle design, the finishing and the decorating.  Take the nonsense away and you have an inexpensive but fully functional sword, worthy of any knight.  Now hurry along and slay some dragons for me."

Practice Norman Sword:     An important addition to our European practical line is the Practical Norman sword, based on a classic 11th century pattern popular during the Norman Invasion of Britain. The high-carbon deeply-fullered blade is light and well-balanced, with the wide edges required by the re-enactment community. The guard is wider than that of the earlier Viking designs that preceded this pattern and the pommel is of the “tea-cosy” type The grip is grooved and leather-wrapped and the scabbard is left plain for owner decoration. Scabbard has two loops as shown for attachment to baldric or sword belt.   Blade length 30", overall lenth 36"  Weighs 2lbs 5oz    Item #SH-2326                                                   Norman Practice Sword   Retail $139.00  Our Price $119.00

Practice Side Sword:  The Practice Side Sword uses the same hilt as the sharp version, but carries a sparring blade designed for safety. Side sword sparring, in both sword & buckler and sword & dagger modes is becoming increasingly popular with many proponents among the ranks of the various Renaissance societies.    Overall length 42 1/2"  Weighs 2 lbs 11 oz  Item #SH-2279    In Stock!  Very popular!                                   A very unique fencing sword!   Practice Side Sword   Retail $189.00    Our price $160.65

Hand-and-a-Half Practice Sword:     Based on the sword carried by Albrecht II of Austria, this hand-and-a-half sword represents the pinnacle of beauty and balance in medieval swords.  This type of sword was also known as a "Bastard Sword", perhaps because it was suitable for single hand use but also had a large enough handle to accomodate two handed fighting.  Frequently, a knight would use this sword with one hand until his shield was lost or destroyed.   Then he would lock into two handed action.   The "Lion Rampant" of the Hapsburg dynasty adorns the pommel, just as on the original, which dates to the early 15th century.  The deeply fullered blade lends exceptional balance to this sword.  An incredible value.  Blade length 34", overall lenth 44"  Weighs 3lbs 3 oz, Thickness .250" Item #SH-2106                                               In Stock!   Hand-and-a-Half Practice Sword    Retail $159.00    Our Price $135.00

	Single Hand Practice Sword:   Redesigned for 2007 with a ridged handle and hanging loops on the scabbard.  This sword design is true to the sword carried by England's most distinguished knight, Sir William Marshall.  William Marshall served three kings, including Richard the Lionheart, and lived a highly disciplined life.  He conducted warfare with integrity and was able to stay above the political strife of his time.   The Weapons Emporium salutes all brave warriors who strive to emulate the honor which William Marshall carried within his heart.  This style sword was very popular during the period of the Third Crusade, and is often referred to as the Knightly Sword because of its popularity among the noble class.   Blade length 30", overall lenth 36.5", Weighs 2lbs 7 oz, Thickness .230  Item #SH-2046                           In Stock!   Single Hand Practice Sword     Retail $139.00  Our Price $119.00
	Viking Practice Sword:  Utilizing the popular tri-lobed pommel design, this Viking styled practice sword is sure to bring the berserker out in you.  The deep fuller imparts a blalance that makes this blade feel like it was forged in dragon fire by the magical dwarves, deep in the mountains of the Scandinavian homeland.  This is one of the most popular of our practice series.   The unfinished wooden scabbard is ready for stain, leather straps or bindings, fur, iron tacks/studs, or any other embellishment you can dream of.  A fine blade, indeed.    Blade length 30", Overall length 35.5"  Weighs 2 lbs 2 oz, Thickness .20 Item #SH-2047                                     In Stock!   Viking Practice Sword    Retail $129.00  Our price $110.00