Product description
A Celtic Iberian sword used against the Romans by Iberian mercenaries led by Hannibal during the Second Punic War. The falcata is one of the most devastating swords from Antiquity. It was a Celtic sword with a curvature in the blade, which gave heavy blows. The falcata was even able to split shields and helmets. The falcata is thought to be originally a Greek sword or Etruscan sword. The falcata is thought to have spread to eastern Europe and to the Iberian Peninsula (Spain). Every Roman legion feared an opponent with a falcata. This falcata is based on originals from around 200 BC. The grip is made of brass and is decorated with an animal head and abstract geometric motifs in the Iberian art style. The semi-sharp blade is made of tempered 1065 carbon steel with a hardness of 48-52 HRC. This ancient sword is delivered including a leather scabbard. A beautiful decorative sword for lovers of Roman swords, Greek swords and Celtic swords and beautiful with your reenactment outfit. Then you blunten the blade it is a great battle ready sword for sword fighting.
Details:
Material: 1065 tempered carbon steel
Hardness: 48-52 HRC
Pommel: peened
Edge: semi-sharp 1 mm
Length: 63,5 cm
Blade length: 51 cm
Steel thickness: 4,9 mm
Point of balance: 10 cm under cross-guard
Weight: 1,3 kg
Including leather scabbard with rings
Grip length: 12,5 cm
Length fuller: 30 cm
Based on a historical original
Transport weight (gram): 2000 *
We do not sell this product to customers under the age of 18. Click here for more information on the European arms acts.
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your weapons regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper. Remove burrs with a whetstone. Make sure you have removed all burrs before using a battle-ready weapon, as they can cause wounds.
Maintenance & care
Just as with weaponry, you can care for your shoes and leatherware by applying a little Ballistol after cleaning. This prevents the leather from drying out.
Tip: How to adjust the finish of your armour and weaponry
Luxurious (polished)- polish the steel with metal polish or toothpaste. You can even give the item a mirror-like polish. Test on a small surface first!
Handmade (matte)- soak the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours. Check regularly and treat with black sandpaper.
Antique (patinated) leave the steel to rust for some time in a damp environment, preferably outside. Remove the red layer of rust, to reveal the corroded top layer.
Please note. After finishing the product yourself, the warranty and return right expire. Celtic WebMerchant is not responsible for the obtained result."
Packaged with 100% recycled material
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
