Landsknecht's sword " Langes Messer"

This interesting weapon of the Germanic tradition was distributed in the territory of the Holy Roman Empire in the second half of the fifteenth century, up to the 17th. Messer was distributed among fans of street duels, as well as merchants and guild people who were required to own these weapons.. What is remarkable about this weapon? It is noteworthy that this is the first sword where the additional guard (nagel) begins to appear, which significantly expands the range of techniques used for fencing. Many medieval masters published their treatises on fencing by Messer, even the famous Albrecht Durer did not stay away! Messer is the ancestor of the counterguard sword.

The blade is forged from 60c2a steel, has 3 lobes on each side. Forged guard, nagel. The pommel is assembled by forging welding from four parts. Balance point 10cm-from the guard.