Shifford Viking Sword - Oakeshott Type X mace We think that these swords

We think that these swords are an indispensable tool for people interested in researching and understanding 16th century fencing treatises

The blade is a type Xa shape with strongly defined fuller

The other form is a toggle that is suspended on a lanyard

These versatile weapons could deliver lethal thrusts

The smallsword

Shifford Viking Sword - Oakeshott Type X mace We think that these swordsCirca 950 Viking, Reading Museum, England Overall Length: 33. 125" Blade Length: 28" Blade Width: 1. 7" Quillon Width: 4. 13" Grip Length: 3. 2" Balance Point: 2. 9" Weight: 1. 8 lbs This sword is based on a 10th century original dredged from the Thames River at Shifford. The shape of the pommel and crossguard are faithfully reproduced, as is the characteristic short grip. Vikings, Anglo Saxons and Danes all would have used swords of this form in the