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The flamboyantly dressed German Landsknecht mercenary lived a harsh, brutal life and were famous for their giant, two-hand Flamberge sword. After using the Flamberge to break an enemys row of front-line pikemen, a smaller, one-hand sword was employed for the ensuing close-quarters combat the Katzbalger. Not as fancy as its slightly frivolous looking (but nonetheless deadly) big brother, the Katzbalger (roughly translates to cat-gutter) was still highly styled and was designed to be an effective cut and thrust sword.Beginning in the 14th century, Swiss pikemen established themselves as dominant mercenaries. But an equally courageous, stout competitor later appeared from Germany. Landsknecht troops challenged Swiss superiority in a No Quarter rivalry that lasted for years. The flamboyantly dressed German Landsknecht mercenary lived a harsh, brutal life and were famous for their giant, two-hand Flamberge sword. After using the Flamberge to break an enemys row of front-line pikemen, a smaller, one-hand sword was employed for the ensuing close-quarters combat the Katzbalger. Not as fancy as its slightly frivolous looking (but nonetheless deadly) big brother, the Katzbalger (roughly translates to cat-gutter) was still highly styled and was designed to be an effective cut and thrust sword. Carried by all Landsknecht troops, including the pikemen and arquebusiers, this sword had an ornate closed s shaped guard and an extra long, fluted pommel. The Katzbalger was most assuredly respectful of its Renaissance roots.This replica by Windlass Steelcrafts is just as battle ready as the originals. The beautifully rendered grip would do any Landskecht proud. The fluting in the pommel extends seamlessly into the wood grip, and the guard is expertly spiral twisted and terminates in half-spheres. The tempered, high carbon steel blade is adorned with a trio of fullers that slightly lighten the blade. The black leather scabbard is mildly decorated with leather bands that criss-cross and are knotted near the throat and has a unique steel tip. Guard is 4-1/4 wide. The blade is distal tapered (.160 at the guard and .1315 at the tip) which helps keep the swords weight to only 2.4 lbs.Overall Length 35 3/8"Blade Length 28 5/8"Weight 2 lbs 5 ozEdge SharpWidth 43.4 mmThickness 3.7 mm - 2.9 mmPommel PeenedP.O.B. 4 3/4"Grip Length 3 7/8"Blade [1075 High Carbon Steel]Class Battle ReadyCulture GermanManufacturer Windlass SteelcraftsCountry of Origin India
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Edouard de Villiers
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Collapsible Fishing Rod Set, complete with reel,
floaters, weights, swivels and hooks. With plastic bag for everything. R450.
Collect in Fish Hook or extra by courier. Ideal for fly fishing.
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seagull58
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