Longsword: Custom Christian Fletcher design

I wanted an authentic, reproduction long sword, so I decided to commission a period sword and scabbard from one of the leading names in custom arms, Christian Fletcher. I chose the Albion “Baron” sword as a base with a faceted grip, Type 6 guard and etched pommel and decorative insets.

To make it appear more like an heirloom, I also requested antiquing of the metal and leather dyes. It was accompanied by a historical scabbard featuring a poplar wooden core carved to fit the blade, a straight, raised ridge down the center as well as a decorative steel band at the throat and forged metal chape at the tip.

Specifications

Blade manufacturer: Albion "Baron" Limited Ed.
Blade designer: Peter Johnson, Swedish swordsmith
Sword customization: Christian Fletcher
Historical basis: Oakeshott Type XIIa
Overall length: 47.375 inches (120 cm)
Blade length: 37.25 inches (95 cm)
Blade width at base: 2.3125 inches (5.8 cm)
Center of gravity: 5.25 inches (13.2 cm)
Center of percussion: 22.125 inches (56 cm)
Weight: 3 pounds, 11 ounces (1.67 kilos)
Grip: Faceted with fine cord and bands
Guard: Type 6 (straight) with antiquing
Pommel: Type J with decorative copper insets
Scabbard: Carved poplar core, oak tanned leather
Center ridge: Throat locket and steel chape
Sword belt: Three-point longsword suspension
Leather dye: Oxblood

Specifications provided by Christian Fletcher.