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Historic Falcata Sword
History of the Falcata:
A second Greek innovation was more than just a simple cut-and-thrust sword. Besides well balanced, the Falcata could split an enemy’s shield and helmet with one tremendous blow making it a devastating effective chopping weapon. The single edge forward-curving blade of the falcata has a hook-shaped handle (resembling a horse head). This handle design wrapped around the hand which allowed the Roman infantrymen to quickly swing in multiple directions with less likelihood of the sword being knocked out of their grip.
A second Greek innovation was more than just a simple cut-and-thrust sword. Besides well balanced, the Falcata could split an enemy’s shield and helmet with one tremendous blow making it a devastating effective chopping weapon. The single edge forward-curving blade of the falcata has a hook-shaped handle (resembling a horse head). This handle design wrapped around the hand which allowed the Roman infantrymen to quickly swing in multiple directions with less likelihood of the sword being knocked out of their grip.
Price $249 plus $39 for Hand Stitched Black Leather Sheath
Total Length = 26 “
Blade Length = 19 ½ “
Blade Width = 2 3/8” widest
Blade Thickness = 3/16 “ Handle Length = 6 ½ ” Handle Width = 1 ¼ ”
Handle: White Oak. Scales attached with hidden pins and glued. Weight: 2 ½ lbs
Blade Thickness = 3/16 “ Handle Length = 6 ½ ” Handle Width = 1 ¼ ”
Handle: White Oak. Scales attached with hidden pins and glued. Weight: 2 ½ lbs
