Cold Steel German Long Sword BR4

Swords from the personal collection of Lynn Thompson, founder of Cold Steel. Hand picked by Lynn Thompson and/or his team to be part of his personal collection. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by Lynn C. Thompson- President of Cold Steel Inc. Photos taken with Cosmoline protectant present on the blade. May be perceived as imperfections in the blade. Cold Steels German Longsword is a high-end, high performance sword for serious users and collectors. A modern interpretation taking its inspiration from historical examples, it has an expertly heat treated and spring tempered 1060 steel blade that is exquisitely balanced, beautifully polished and hand-honed to a keen edge. A large S-guard and protective side ring offer significant hand protection while being capable of performing the binding, trapping, and winding techniques that made the German Sword Masters art so effective! A wrapped leather grip terminates in a heavy steel pommel that not only counter balances the long blade but serves as a potent weapon in its own right. The twisting spiral design on the pommel is more than just a good looking decorative feature; it also provides a comfortable and secure grip even in gloved or gauntleted hands. Finally, the German Longsword is encased in a thick ridged, hand-stitched leather scabbard with an antiqued steel chape and brass buckled leather straps for wearing your sword on a belt or baldric. Specifications: Weight: 54.3oz  Blade Thickness: 7mm  Blade Length: 35-1/2in  Blade Steel: 1060 Carbon  Handle Length/Material: 10-1/2in  Overall Length: 46in  Additional Features: Leather Scabbard with Steel Fittings  Blade Length Range: 30+ in  Steel Family: High Carbon Steels  Sword Style: German