Quote Originally Posted by Mike n NC
and BTW dave 2.5-3 pounds is quite heavy for a one handed sword.
Mike
Hi Mike,

Well alot depends on blade type.

I was talking about baskethilted broadswords in the historically accurate range. And 2 1/2 pounds in right on target as average. some western swords ie., Side swords are much lighter of course. Some such as hand and halfs are within the 2 1/2 range plus. Two handed are heavier. Rapiers can be heavier than a baskethilted back/broad sword.

The point I was trying to make is that "western" style swords are not
heavy clubs as Hollywood and most folks think. Most are very light and
can cut just as well as the fabled katana. Just different targets.

I'm not taking any offense Mike. Just giving some facts.

yours,

dave