Description
We are delighted to offer our Mid Level sword scabbards as part of our new range.
The Scabbard is built with a felt lined wooden core with integral strap slide (Spruce) and covered with Veg tan cow leather which is hand sewn using natural linen thread.
The belt is made from Veg-tan cow leather that has been folded and sewn down both sides with natural linen thread. Please select the length you require and the culture of buckle & strap end from the drop down menu, exact buckle and strap end to be discussed after order.
We make these to order so please allow 4-6 weeks for production and dispatch, if you are on a deadline please contact us before ordering
Suitable for portrayal of a 8th – 11th C ‘European’ persona.
This is accepted for use within:
The Vikings (NFPS)
Regia Anglorum.
Many other Groups and Societies also accept these for use, if in doubt please check with your group/society Authenticity/Provenance Officer or refer to your kit Guides. If you would like to add your Group or Society to the above list please let us know.
Provenance:
Scabbard construction follows examples from the period finds from the 9th – 11th C.
Leather and Leatherworking in Anglo-Scandinavian and Medieval York – Q.Mould, I.Carlisle & E.Cameron, page 3360, find reference 15894-6
Strap construction follows examples from the period finds from the 9th – 11th C.
Leather and Leatherworking in Anglo-Scandinavian and Medieval York – Q.Mould, I.Carlisle & E.Cameron, page 3396, find reference 15697 Type 4 subcategory a1.
Schleswig Assemblage – Schnack 1998, abb.24, no.3
**** Sword not included****
