5 Ball Spadroon

Description

c. 18th Century British Spadroon Oakeshott Collection Catalogue Number:OC 035 The name for this form of sword, "Spadroon", is first seen in Donald McBane's book *The Expert Sword-Man's Companion*, published in 1728. With a straight blade and a good point for thrusting, this particular type of spadroon is known as a 5 Ball Spadroon thanks to the graduated balls seen on the side ring and knuckle bow. * Overall Length : 38.39 in | 975mm * Blade Length from front of guard: 31.72 in | 806mm * Blade Width (@ Guard): 1.08 in | 27.4mm * Grip Length : 4.27 in | 108.4mm [Support us on Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/oakeshott) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/oakeshottinstitute)