Description

Size: Overall Length-18.5″,Blade Length-12.6″

Refined, balanced, and purpose-built for the late medieval battlefield — this Oakeshott Type XVa.3 Arming embodies the evolution of knightly arms at the end of the Hundred Years’ War.

Discovered and cataloged by Ewart Oakeshott, the XVa.3 represents one of the most elegant thrusting sword forms of the 15th century. Its origins trace back to the Castillon Hoard, unearthed from the Dordogne River near Castillon-la-Bataille, where nearly eighty swords lay preserved since 1453 — relics from the final battle between England and France.
These weapons, now icons of medieval archaeology, mark the transition from broad cutting blades to narrow, armor-piercing profiles suited to plate-armored warfare.

The sword’s defining features are its diamond-section blade with a pronounced mid-ridge, designed for stiffness and precision in the thrust. Its lines are clean and minimal — functional yet noble. The accompanying dagger mirrors the same geometry and stylistic language, forming a true knight’s battlefield pair: sword for combat, dagger for close encounter or finishing stroke.

Beyond its martial significance, this piece is a celebration of medieval craftsmanship. Every curve — from the scent-stopper pommel to the slender straight quillons — reflects the technical mastery of the 15th-century European swordsmith. The proportions strike a harmony between power and grace, making it as suitable for display as it is for study or reenactment.

This reproduction pays homage not only to the Castillon find but also to the enduring fascination with European sword typology and Oakeshott’s lifelong dedication to preserving that legacy.