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The Mercenary is an imposing sword in the 15th century style. Paul Chen offers this sword with  a triple-fullered blade, steel S-curve guard and scent stopper pommel. Supplied with a leather-covered belt scabbard.

Paul Chen  swords are crafted in much the same way as swords were made centuries ago, except now the blades are forged from high-carbon spring steel. The blade finish is far from being polished agian more closley replicating what the medieval swordsmith was able to achieve. Except as noted the grips are leather covered hardwood. Fittings are either steel or solid brass. These swords will appeal to the re-enactor who wants a sword with the same appearance as the originals. 

Total length: 119.4cm
Blade length: 89.5cm
Grip length: 30.5cm
Weight: 2.04kg
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Wielded with untamed ferocity on many a Gaelic battlefield, the massive Lowlander sword vividly illustrates the might of the Scots of old. Known as "Slaughter-Swords" in the 16th century, these were the swords of choice for Scottish mercenaries of the period, and at close to six feet long the Lowlander (SH2065) faithfully replicates a surviving museum piece. Though by far the largest sword ever offered by The Knight Shop, the Lowlander is beautifully proportioned and balanced. The typically Scottish quatrefoils in the ring guards attest to the heritage of this imposing piece. A wall mount is provided to allow the transplanted Gael to display his sword with pride. 

Total length: 174cm
Blade length: 122cm
Grip length: 45.7cm
Weight: 3.12kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.87cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.43cm
Blade width (base): 5.85cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 22.8cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 76.2cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Not Included

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Mainstay of the Highland warriors of the late 15th and 16th centuries, the Claymore had a uniquely styled hilt that sets it apart from other great swords of the period. Typically of hand-and-a-half length, this versatile weapon could deliver great sweeping slashes or powerful thrusts. Replicated from a surviving museum piece our Claymore (SH2060) is classic in its design, with distinctive sloping quillons terminating in quatrefoils and a high-collared quillon block with langets following the blade fuller. The leather-covered grip is topped by a globate pommel.

Total length: 139.1cm
Blade length: 104.1cm
Grip length: 26.7cm
Weight: 2.21kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.57cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.34cm
Blade width (base):  4.52cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 16.6cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 78.7cm
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Not Included

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Basket-Hilt Backsword, replicated from an original in the collection of the Royal Armouries in England that dates from about 1760, has an unusual basket with twin engraved “horned beastie” plaques and a blade with twin fullers running most of its length. The blade is German in origin, but the hilt and blade are contemporary.The hilt is crafted in stainless steel, to minimize maintenance, while the blade is forged in high-carbon steel. The grip is covered with wire-wrapped genuine ray skin and the basket liner, like the original, is crafted in fabric-covered leather.

Total length: 99.1cm
Blade length: 82.6cm
Grip length: 11.4cm
Weight: 1.16kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.6cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.24cm
Blade width (base): 3.18cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 7.6cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 53.3cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Practical Mortuary Hilt Sword is built for the reenactor. The basket is identical to that of the Hanwei SH2004 (no longer available) but the blade is unsharpened, with 1/16” edged and a rounded tip, complying with the combat rules of many re-enactment societies. The blade is crafted in 1065 high-carbon steel, hardened to 50HRC, which reduces edge-notching to acceptable levels while providing resilience and protection against brittleness.

Total length: 94cm
Blade length: 77cm
Weight: 907g
Blade thickness (base): 0.56cm
Blade width (base): 2.7cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 24cm
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Nut
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The  single-hand Marshall Sword by Paul Chen  epitomizes quality and authenticity in broadsword construction. The sword is based on an original, now in a British museum, used by one of England’s finest knights, Sir William Marshall, who served the crown faithfully under Henry II, Richard the Lionheart and Jack Lackland. The Hanwei  SH2000 version features a forged high-carbon steel blade with excellent handling characteristics. Tempered to a tough HRC 54, the blade section features a central ridged fuller and full-length distal taper - a tough test for the bladesmith but resulting in a superb combination of speed and strength. The grip is leather wrapped and laced and the guard and pommel are elegant in their functional simplicity. The scabbard is leather-covered with steel mounts. See models SH2001 for the forged-folded version and SH2046 for the “Practical” version of the Marshall sword.

Total length: 101.6cm
Blade length: 84.4cm
Grip length: 10.3cm
Weight: 0.96kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.56cm
Blade width (base):  4.65cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The strong and fearless Swiss and Germans originally carried these early weapons, although Bastard swords soon became popular in other parts of continental Europe and the British Isles. The term “Bastard” undoubtedly comes from the fact that the sword, because of its design, has no legitimate claim to being classified as either a uniquely single-handed or two-handed weapon. The Bastard Sword was a weapon developed for the use of the foot soldier and had become quite common by the early 1500’s. The combat styles developed for the Bastard Sword were the particular speciality of the Northern Europe Cultures, with the German nations being at the forefront in its development and use. Our Bastard Sword is finished in an antique patina, making for an outstanding authentic appearance.

Total length: 127.3cm
Blade length: 98.4cm
Grip length: 23.5cm
Weight: 1160g
Blade thickness (base): 0.65cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.39cm
Blade width (base):  5cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 14cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 63.5cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Named for the feared 8th century Viking raider, our Godfred Viking Sword is built around a beautifully patterned folded steel blade to replicate the pre-9th century originals. The interwoven leather grip, complemented by a Damascus guard and pommel, is matched by the leather-covered wood scabbard with bronze detailing and integral belt hooks. Superbly balanced, due to the deeply fullered distal tapered blade profile, the Godfred Viking Sword is a true tribute to the legendary Norse smiths.

Total length: 88.3cm
Blade length: 73.1cm
Grip length: 10.2cm
Weight: 1.1kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.52cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.32cm
Blade width (base): 4.75cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 50.8cm
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.