Our Ersatz Falchion sword is based on illustrations in the Maciejowski (or Morgan) bible. Blade edge is sharp and not designed for re-enactment combat.
Features:
False edge 4.5mm.
Sharp true edge.
1250 CE (13th Century)
Full tang blade
Hardwood riveted handle
Size overall: 810mm (32")
Size Blade: 64mm (25")
Thickness of Blade: 4.5mm (0.2")
Point of balance from guard (PoB): 260 mm (9.75")
Weight Sword: 1.305 kg
Combat Rating: 7 out of 10 (sharp)
The weapon combined the weight and power of an axe with the versatility of a sword. Falchions are found in different forms from around the 11th century up to and including the sixteenth century.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falchion