Scotia Metalwork


J. Michael McRae, ABS Journeyman Smith
The quintessential Scottish highlander's weapon of choice from the 1600's on was the broadsword. In conjunction with the dirk, the Scots took on the best armies the world had to offer, and won. This one is just a little dressier than most...

Blade:  31.5" of Damascus steel.
One long central fuller with two shorter ones at the ricasso.
Baskethilt: Mild steel with a satin finish. Lined with a double thickness of deer-tanned leather.
Point of balance: 3.25" forward of guard
Center of percussion: At the end of the fuller
Handle:  Wood covered in rayskin and wrapped with a spiral of twisted German Silver wire.
Weight: 2lbs. 10ozs.
Scabbard (although not shown): Wood covered with black leather and finished with German silver throat and tip.

Price:  $2000.00
Baskethilt Broadsword with Damascus Blade