Tinker Early Medieval Sword SK-A, Blunt, Battle Re-enactment

Michael 'Tinker' Pearce has designed a series of swords made by Hanwei in 5160 steel, which emphasise authenticity, functionality and performance.To satisfy the sparring and cutting needs of Western Martial Artists, each of the 7 styles are made in live (sharp) and sparring (blunt) versions and each sword has outstanding handling characteristics. The carefully controlled heat-treating of 5160 steel (Tinker's blade steel of choice) by the mar quenching process produces an excellent combination of toughness and flexibility at a hardness of HRC 50-52, allowing for superior edge retention on the sharps, anti burr and tip-flexing safety features on the blunts.
The Early Medieval Swords (Oakeshott Type X11) are designed so that the sharp and blunt versions will perform identically. The sharp blade is fullered for about two thirds of its length, with a flattened diamond section out to the tip. The blunt blade features a broad, flat fuller to move mass towards the edges for safety while retaining a lively feel. The cruciform hilt is attractive and functional. A leather-covered scabbard is included. 
Battle Ready Sword Classification

Key Features: 
5160 mar quenched spring steel 
Dismountable 
Tinker approved 
Details: 
Battle Ready Sword Classification 
Length: approx. 97 cm 
Blade length: approx. 80 cm 
Handle length: approx. 17 cm 
Weight: approx. 1134 g 
Rockwell hardness: HRC 50-52 
Manufacturer's product no.: SH2405
Specs may slightly vary from piece to piece. 
Please Note: We do not sell this product to customers under the age of 18. Please provide your birth date when ordering. We'll also need a copy of your ID card or passport by email, scan, fax or mail.