The original Henry V Sword dates before 1422 in Westminster Abbey, England. Type XVIII, Pommel-type: J.1 Cross-style: 9 This sword probably hung above the chantry of King Henry V until it either fell, or was taken down and stowed away in an old chest in a room in the S. Triforium. Henry V, British monarch of the early 15th century, was not just a ruler but an accomplished warrior who began fighting as early as age fourteen, when he fought the Welsh forces of Owain Glyndwr. Throughout his life, Henry V fought in many battles, including against the French in the 100 Years War. It is no wonder then that he would have chosen such a practical, no-nonsense weapon. Ewart Oakeshott described this sword as "one of the most beautiful medieval swords to handle I have ever known." He also stated " In 1951 I spent a good deal of time with it."
We at Generation 2 have replicated this sword as close to the original which is in West Minster Abbey. In Ewart's book "Records of the Medieval Sword" Page 172 Ewart states the sword weighs 2lbs. 03oz. and that the pommel is massive, but in fact is not so heavy as its size would suggest, and he goes on to say the pommel is hollow. Ours came in at 2 lbs. 13 oz., a little heavier. But here is where it is heavier. We are not capable of casting a hollow pommel, which certainly would have been lighter than our hollow pommel. I do not mind explaining how we made our pommel, so that you can judge for yourself the time we put into replicating this sword. We started with 1/8 inch plate steel and made the circular band. Then we took two more 1/8 inch thick plate and made the front and back of the pommel, welded them together, ground and polished it smooth. I do believe this is where our extra weight comes from. This sword does exemplify attributes of a knightly sword of the highest quality. It has superb balance making it an exceptional fighting sword and excellent control of point for thrusting.
Key Features: Includes Wooden Scabbard Wrapped In Leather Functional Sword Made Of High Carbon Steel Solid Steel Cross Guard And Pommel Measurements: Blade Length: 27.5 Inches Handle/Hilt Length: 6.25 Inches Grip Length: 3.75 Inches Overall: 34.5 Inches Quillion Length (Across): 8 Inches Point of Balance: 3.5 Inches Below Hilt Weight: 2 lb. 13 oz.