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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction to the Armoury

Blades ~ Broadswords, Swords & Rapiers
Japanese swords (The 130 series)
Broadswords (The 100 series)
Swords (The 200 series)
Rapiers (The 300 series)
Smallswords (The 400 series)
Theatrical Fencing (The 500 series)
Blades ~ Daggers
Daggers (The 700 series)
Swords by Kolombatovich (The 1000 series)
Daggers by Kolombatovich (The 1000 series)
Costume Weapons (The 600 series)
Polearms (The 800 series)
Close-out Weapons
Gauntlets & Scabbards
Sword Bags
Books
Armoury Parts
Armoury Code Numbers
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page 2
page 3
pages 4~5
pages 6~7
pages 8~13
page 14
page 15
page 16
pages 16~19
pages 20~23
pages 24~25
pages 26
page 26
pages 27
page 28
page 29
page 30
pages 31~32
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The Armoury
General Manager ~ Matthew Porter
Head of the Armoury ~ Aaron Besson
Maestro at Arms ~ Cole Harkness
The Armoury Catalog

All original drawings, design and layout ~ Gene Ching
Text ~ Dexter Fidler, Fred Thorsen, & Gene Ching
Special Assistance: Brian Franzen
Contents are copyright C 1999 by American

Fencers Supply and Gene Ching. Nothing may be
reprinted in whole or in part without the written
permission of the publisher.
THE ARMOURY ~ a division of American Fencers Supply Co. 415-863-7911
INTRODUCTION to the Armoury
he Armoury is a division of American

Company, one of the
Fencers Supply Company
oldest and largest supplier of fencing equipment in the North American continent. Established in 1965, we originally offered historical
reproductions to supplement our fencing inventory, as novelties and awards. With the continual
demand for combat worthy swords from film,
theater and opera, as well as a national growing
interest in revivalist communities and renaissance festivals, we began to apply our sword
making skills to the task of making affordable
pieces that can withstand the rigors of actual
usage. Being part of American Fencers Supply
Co. gives the Armoury a unique advantage of a
real working familiarity with the art and science
of swordsmanship. After arming many of the
worlds top competitors and olympians, our
experience is unequalled as sword makers. Our
staff has included masters and certified instructors from the International Academy of Arms,
United States Fencing Coaches Association and the
Society of American Fight Directors, as well as top
level competitors in fencing and the martial arts.
Whether you are outfitting the Metropolitan Opera
on a shoestring budget, or are interested in
adding a unique, combat ready piece into your
personal collection, it is our business to share our
experience with you to help you find the sword
that best fits your needs. If, after reading this
catalog, you have any further questions, please do
not hesitate to contact us.
Quality of Skilled Craftsmen
lmost all of our pieces are made by hand on

the premises. This process of assembly
may involve metal shaping and welding,
wood carving, hand sanding and polishing, and
many other skilled steps of the craft that is
swordmaking. It takes time. If you have a deadline for your piece, whether it be opening night or
a morning duel, please understand that we can
only accommodate so many requests at a time. It
is always prudent to prepare your orders beforehand.
Choose Your Blade
ne of the unique services that The

Armoury has to offer is that you may
choose between a wide selection of blades
for your sword. As swords became obsolete, most
blade forges closed business, ending generations
of family trades. However, some forges turned
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their skills into manufacturing fencing blades.

Through American Fencers Supply Co., we are in
contact with all Europes finest surviving forges.
It is from them that we acquire some of the
strongest, most flexible, and yet affordable blades
being produced today. You can see our selection
of blades on pages 2 & 16.
The Hilts
hese rest of the sword that is not blade is

called the hilt. In the pages that follow,
each sword hilt is presented from the
outside perspective, or how it would appear
hanging from a sword belt of a conventional righthanded swordsman. This means that your sword
would hang off of your left hip and dagger off of
your right. Each hilt is presented by its code
number without specified blade. Prices depend
greatly one what blade you choose to place into
your hilt so please refer to your price list for
specific prices. The following statistics are provided. Guard or quillon length is determined by a
linear measurement of the maximum distance
across the guard or between quillon ends. Hilt
length is defined as a straight line between the
pommel to where the guard meets the blade (at
the shoulders). Overall length is applicable for the
pieces that are only sold complete. It is the
longest length from end to end. Handle length is
also provided.
Polishing
ur sword fittings are made from manga

nese bronze, steel or brass. Except for
the Kolombatovich pieces, they are all sold
unpolished. Most sword fighters prefer the
reduced cost and low maintenance requirements
of unpolished pieces. We can polish, at a nominal
charge that is dependant on the piece. If you are
interested, please call for a quote. Unpolished
Manganese Bronze is a rough cast yellow metal
that will polish up similar to brass. Unpolished
steel is a dull satin-like finish that will polish up
to a bright silver. We do not polish blades. Polishing blades can spoil the temper of the steel,
and to do this properly would be exorbitantly
expensive.
If youre going to be in
San Francisco, be sure to drop by
and see our shop and display
room!
FAX: 415-431-4931 www.amfence.com Email: [email protected]
BLADES ~ Broadswords, Swords & Rapiers
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ll of these blades are real, high-carbon, tempered steel. You may select your personal favorite
blade for your sword. However, we restrict certain blade and hilt combinations because of struc
tural unfeasiblity or aesthetic reasons. If you are ordering a complete sword, specify your blade
preference by adding the letters of the catalog number (in bold
bold) to the catalog number of your hilt choice.
If you are ordering a spare blade for your sword, add /6 to the catalog number of your complete sword,
so we can fit it appropriately. And finally, if you want an unmodified tang for your own project, use the
900 series catalog numbers shown on this page.
BROADSWORD BLADES
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960CL
Zweihander with parrying hooks
Blade length: 44
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Shortsword
Blade length: 18
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Standard Theatrical Epee
Blade length: 35
960CR
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Double-handed Broadsword
Blade length: 38
965SB
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Sabre (Curved 1/2)
Blade length: 31
962R
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Rapier a.k.a. Schlager (oval)
Blade length: 33
962L
L
Diamond a.k.a. Schlager (lozenge)
Blade length: 33
961CS
CS
Hand-and-a-Half Super Broadsword
Blade length: 35 w/ fullers
961CR
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Hand-and-a-Half Regular Broadsword
Blade length: 35
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964CRH
Single-handed Broadsword
Blade length: 33
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Musqueteer a.k.a. Double-wide Epee
Blade length: 35
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Blade length: 37 w/ offset fullers
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JAPANESE SWORDS (The 130 series)
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hether it be your production of The Mikado or Rashomon, there is a growing need for Asian-style
swords in theater. Known as a Katana, we offer four different styles of guards (or tsuba) for our
Japanese Combat Sword. These swords come standard with blackened brass fittings and a
black leather-wrapped grip.
Japanese Combat Sword ~ 130SB

Fittings are Blackened Brass
Handle is wrapped in Black Leather
Guard:3 Hilt:10 1/2 Overall length:39
Ninja guard ~ 130SBN
Lobed guard ~ 130SBL
Oval guard ~ 130SBO
Tachi guard ~ 130SBT
BROADSWORDS (The 100 series)
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anging from the 10th century into the

1500s, these were the main weapons
of the mounted knight. Designed
primarily as a cutting weapon to shear
through mail or other armor, these weapons
were big but by no means unwieldy. After
all, who would want to go to battle with
something unwieldy? Properly called
arming swords, the Victorians dubbed them
broadswords to distinguish them from
rapiers and small swords.
Spanish Fishtail ~ 110

Fittings are Manganese Bronze
Guard:9 3/4 Hilt:11 Handle:7 1/2
Bastard ~ 112
Guard:8 3/4 Hilt:8 1/2 Handle:6
El Cid ~ 113
Guard:7 Hilt:9 Handle:6
hile the single-handed arming

sword reigned from the 10th century into the sixteenth century,
the two-handed sword made its first appearance in the mid 13th century. It was
used into the 16th century, although it
became more of a processional instrument
to keep order, rather than a wartime
weapon. The hand-and-a-half arming
sword, also known as the bastard broadsword, tried to combine the best of both
worlds. Light enough to wield with one
hand when used with a shield, the grip was
long enough to use with both hands if the
shield was lost or destroyed.
Zweihander with Parrying Hooks ~ 102CL

Fittings are Steel
Guard:16 Hilt:14 1/2 Handle:12
BROADSWORDS (The 100 series)
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wo-handed swords are

approximately 50+ over
all, 9+ across the guard
and weigh about 5 lbs. The
hand-and-a-half arming swords
are approximately 43 to 49
overall, 7 to 10 across the
guard and weigh about 3 lbs.
Single-handed arming swords
are approximately 38 to 43
overall, 6 to 8 across the guard
and weigh about 2 to 3 lbs.
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New
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117
Medieval
Tapered ~ 116
or Blunted ~ 117
Medieval Tapered ~ 118

Fittings are Steel
Fittings are Steel

Claymore ~ 114
Fittings are Steel
Guard:9 3/4 Hilt:10 3/4 Handle:7 1/2
Double Ring ~ 151
Swept Hilt ~ 152
Fittings are Steel

Fittings are Steel

Marquis ~ 146
Fittings are Steel
SWORDS (The 200 series)
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words are simple

hilt weapons.
These swords make
suitable quasi-rapiers, and
are much lighter, faster (and
more economical!) than
broadswords. Versatility and
easy maintenance make
these popular choices for
working weapons. Excellent
for sword fighters on a
budget! Swords are approximately 44 to 41 overall, 5
to 8 across the guard and
weigh about 1 to 2 lbs.
depending greatly upon what
kind of blade is used.
Renaissance ~ 205
Guard:7 3/4 Hilt:6 Handle:4
Heavy Italian ~ 207

German ~ 212
Florentine ~ 221
SWORDS (The 200 series)
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Rennaissance Ring ~ 205S

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Fittings are Steel
Medieval Valencia ~ 253

RAPIERS (The 300 series)
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he rapier was the first civilian weapon,

arising as the use of armor declined. A cut
and thrust weapon, the rapier first appeared
in the late 1400s and had its heyday up to the
1600s. The 1600s saw the start of the transitional rapier as hilt were becoming smaller and
blades were designed more for thrusting and less
for cutting. The cup hilt rapier made its appearance in the early 1650s in Spain, and enjoyed
popularity in there and in Southern Italy until the
early 1700s.
Italian Cup Hilt ~ 306

Cup is cast Aluminum
Quillion:8 Hilt:7 3/4 Handle:4
Cage Hilt ~ 309

Quillon:8 1/4 Hilt:6 1/4 Handle:4
Germanic ~ 310
Quillon:6 Hilt:6 3/4 Handle:4
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he rapier was often used with a second

defensive weapon. Daggers, bucklers (small
shields) and cloaks were the most popular
companions to the rapier. While daggers were
often decorated en suite with their companion
rapier, it was by no means unusual to have a
mismatched set of rapier and dagger. Much
lighter than the broadswords of medieval times,
the rapier brought about a whole new style of
swordplay and a proliferation of fencing schools.
The rapier marked the earliest beginnings of
fencing as a sport.
Capidimonte ~ 326
Quillion:8 Hilt:7 Handle:4
Musqueteer ~ 347
Shell ~ 348
Quillion:8 Hilt:7 Handle:4
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Spanish Cup Hilt ~ 361

Cup is Steel
Quillion:8 Hilt:7 Handle:3 1/2
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Hollywood Cup Hilt ~ 362

Cup is Steel
Italian Cup Hilt ~ 306S

Fittings are Steel
Cup is cast Aluminum
Quillion:8 1/2 Hilt:7 3/4 Handle:4

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Fittings are Steel
Quillion:6 Hilt:6 Handle:3 1/2
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Capidimonte ~ 326S
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Cage Hilt ~ 308S

Fittings are Steel
Guard:6 Hilt:6 Handle:3 1/2
3-Ring Full Hilt ~ 327S

Fittings are Steel
Quillion:9 1/2 Hilt:6 Handle:3 1/2
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Marquis ~ 346S
Fittings are Steel
Spanish Cup Hilt ~ 361S

Fittings are Steel
Quillon:8 1/2 Hilt:7 3/4 Handle:3 1/2
Cadet Swept Hilt ~ 350S

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Double Ring ~ 351S
Fittings are Steel
Hollywood Cup Hilt ~ 362S

Fittings are Steel
Quillon:8 1/2 Hilt:7 3/4 Handle:4
Swept Hilt ~ 352S

Fittings are Steel
SMALLSWORDS (The 400 series)
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opular from the 1660s to the early 1800s, the smallsword is a thrusting weapon. The point is
used to penetrate the skin and puncture vital organs. As rapier hilts became smaller in the mid1600s, the smallsword, or townsword, came into being. Initially using shortened rapier blades,
the lighter grooved triangular blades came into use by the 1670s. Our Musqueteer blade is classic
example of this type of smallsword blade. As the triangular blades continued to be refined, the final
result was identical to our modern epee blade. The style of smallsword play evolved into the todays
modern foil game.
Napoleonic ~ 404
Figure Eight ~ 429
Figure Eight ~ 429S


Leather wrapped handle
Fittings are Steel

Hollywood ~ 435
Guard:4 Hilt:6 1/2 Handle:3 1/2
s the use of the

sword fell out of
fashion, the
smallsword became more
elaborate and less functional, eventually becoming a piece of jewelry to be
worn at court (hence the
term courtswords).
Consequently, the
smallsword was a weapon
to be used, whereas the
courtsword was an elaborate accoutrement.
Weapons in this category
have blades approximately 35 long and are
approximately 40 overall.
They are roughly 3 to 4
across the guard and
weigh about a pound.
Classic ~ 436
THEATRICAL FENCING (The 500 series)
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rom the old school of modern stage fighting, this category of weapon was popular on the stage in
the 1920s and 30s due to the lack of any historical replicas. Due to their ease of maintenance
and affordability they are still popular as working stage weapons. These are the theatrical
version of the modern foil, epee and saber. These weapons have blades that are approximately 35
long and are 40 overall. They are roughly 4 to 6 across the guard and weigh about a pound.
Duelling Sword,
French Foil ~ 581
Duelling Sword,
French Epee ~ 584
Duraluminum Guard
Steel Guard
Saber ~ 589A
Saber ~ 589S
Flat Edge Aluminum Guard

Rolled Edge Aluminum Guard

BLADES ~ Daggers
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ur Dagger blades are of the same real, high-carbon, tempered steel as our sword blades. Please
refer to page 2 for more information. Our first four dagger blades, Standard Theatrical Epee
(963T), Rapier (963R), Diamond (963L) and Musqueteer (963M) are actually the same as our
sword blades, shortened down to a standard 13 1/2. For the Harlequin Dagger (725), these blades
are shortened to 9.
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Standard Theatrical Epee
Blade length:13 1/2
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Rapier a.k.a. Schlager (oval)
Blade length: 13 1/2
963L
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Diamond a.k.a. Schlager (lozenge)
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Musqueteer a.k.a. Double-wide Epee
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Blade length:18
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DAGGERS (The 700 series)
sed both offensively and

defensively, daggers were
often used in conjunction with a rapier or sword. For
a perfect en suite match, our
daggers use the same hilt pieces
as their companion rapier or
sword, with the exception of the
Single Ring (726S), Main
Gauche (741S), Swept Hilt
(750S) and Swept Hilt Single
Ring (751S). The latter two
daggers are smaller, simpler
versions of their companions:
Cage Hilt (308S), Marquis
(346S), Cadet Swept Hilt (350S),
Double Ring (351S) and Swept
Hilt (352S).
Renaissance ~ 705
Heavy Italian ~ 707


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German ~ 712
Florentine ~ 721
Germanic ~ 710


Harlequin ~ 725
963T,R,L,& M blades shortened to 9
Guard:3 1/2 Hilt:6 Handle:3 1/2
Late Dutch ~ 749

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Single Ring ~ 726S
Fittings are Steel
Swept Hilt ~ 750S
Swept Hilt Single Ring ~ 751S
Fittings are Steel

Fittings are Steel

Guard:6 Hilt:5 1/2 Handle:3 1/2
Main Gauche ~ 741S

Fittings are Steel
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he Armoury is proud to present this line of superb quality replica weapons. Except where noted,
the weapon presented in this section are from the armoury of Maestro Oscar Kolombatovich.
Maestro Kolombatovich is the former fencing master to West Point and the Metropolitan Opera.
He is a member of the Historical Fencing Society of America and the Company of Military Historians.
His spectacular weapons have been featured in numerous films, such as The Three Musketeers, Cyrano
De Bergerac, Hook, and The Crow.
Crusaders Sword ~ 1057

Beautiful Knights Sword
Fittings are Steel
En suite with
Quillon Dagger~ 1416
Blade length:31 1/2 Blade width:2 3/4
Quillion length:7 1/2 Overall length:38
Weapon images
in this section are
approximately 1:3 scale
Claymore ~ 1126B
Traditional Scottish
two-handed broadsword
Fittings are Brass
Quillion length:12 1/4 Overall length:53 1/2
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Corsair Rapier ~ 1157

Faithful reproduction of the
Classic steel cage hilt
Fittings are Steel
Wire wrapped handle
En suite with
Anneau Dagger ~ 1454
Blade length:37 Blade width:1
Quillion length:11 Overall length:44 3/4
Freebooter Rapier ~ 1158

Late 16th Century
Swept hilt rapier
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
En suite with
Companion Dagger ~ 1455
Tercio Rapier ~ 1159

Late 16th Century
Elaborate Guard
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
En suite with
Tercio Dagger ~ 1460
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hese weapons are thoroughly reseached replicas of historical arms. Many of the weapons are
copies of actual originals in noted museums or Maestro Kolombatovichs personal collection.
These blades are hand-forged high-carbon steel. In addition, we offer several of these weapons
specifically modified for theatrical use.
Athos Rapier ~ 1172

Superb
Cup hilt rapier
Fittings are Steel
Wire wrapped handle
Also available with
Musqueteer blade ~ 1172M
Blade length:35 3/4 Blade width:3/4
Porthos Rapier ~ 1173M

Remarkably thick
Quillon and Knuckleguard
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
Uses Musqueteer blade (962M)
Blade length:35 Blade width:13/16
Aramis Rapier ~ 1174M

Striking open-swirl-pattern guard
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
Uses Musqueteer blade (962M)
Quillion length:9 Overall length:41
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Patriot Courtsword ~ 1211T

Ornate Guard
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
Uses Epee blade (962T)
Also available with
Musqueteer Blade ~ 1211M
n Presentation ~ Each weapon is

presented from the outside perspective (or
how it would appear hanging from the left
side of a belt). Descriptions contain the item
name, catalog number, blade length, blade width,
quillon length, overall length, hilt composition,
and additional notes on supplementary figures of
unique features. Blade length is defined as the
distance from the tip to the guard. Blade width is
taken at the widest section of the blade, usually
the forte. Quillon length (when applicable) is
determined with a linear measurement of the
maximum distance between quillon ends. Overall
length is defined as a straight line between tip and
pommel nut. To the side of each hilt are blade
cross-sections, taken at the forte and additionally
taken at any radical blade shape change. Since
each weapon is hand-crafted, occasional variations may occur so these weapon depictions and
dimensions should be considered approximations.
All measurements are given in inches. Daggers
and swords that match en suite are duly noted.

Overall length:41 1/4
Suleiman Scimitar ~ 1285
Masiello Sabre ~ 1305

Beautiful symmetrical hilt with cut outs
Excellent duelling weapon
Fittings are Brass
Accurate reproduction with a

deeply curved blade
Fittings are Brass
Blade length:34 Blade width:1 1/8

Overall length:41
Quillon Dagger ~ 1416
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Anneau Dagger ~ 1454
Stunning Medieval Knights Dagger

Fittings are Steel
En Suite with
Crusaders Sword ~ 1057
Left-handed
Single side-ring dagger
Fittings are Steel
Wire wrapped handle
En suite with
Corsair Rapier ~ 1157


Companion Dagger ~ 1455
Tercio Dagger ~ 1460
Left-handed
Single side-ring dagger
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
En suite with
Freebooter Rapier ~ 1158
Left-handed
Single side-ring Dagger
Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
En suite with
Tercio Rapier ~ 1159

Quillion length:6 Overall length:18
Blade length:11 Blade width:1 1/8

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Skull & Bones Dagger ~ 1510

18th Century
Pirates dirk
Flame blade
Fittings are Brass
Black wood handle
Jester Dagger ~ 1540
Cloaked Dagger ~ 1541
Retractable stage dagger

Fittings are Brass
Wire wrapped handle
Also available with epee blade as
Stylet Dagger ~ 1540AT
or small dirk blade ~1540ADS
Retractable stage dagger

Fittings are Steel
Wire wrapped handle
Also available with solid blade as
Blondel Dagger ~ 1541A
Blade length:8 1/4 Blade width:3/4


COSTUME WEAPONS (The 600 series)
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hese weapons are grouped together not for their historical similarities but for their structural
similarities. Unlike the rest of our swords, none of these weapons should be considered combat
worthy. However, they are useful as costume props or wall-hanger decorations, so we continue
to offer them as alternative decorations.
Nickle Broadsword ~ 608WS

Quillon:10 Hilt:11 Overall:48 1/2
Cutlass, Infantry hanger ~ 619WS

Guard:4 Hilt:5 1/2 Overall:32
Scimitar ~ 620WS
Guard:4 1/2 Hilt:7 Overall:34 1/2
Brandenburg Smallsword ~ 637WS

Quillon:4 Hilt:5 1/2 Overall:39
Light Horse Saber ~ 655WS

Guard:4 Hilt:4 3/4 Overall:38
POLEARMS (The 800 series)
he Dark Ages spawned these weapons which were designed to break bones in side chain mail or
other armor. These weapons are costume weapons, like our 600 series. These are not combat
worthy and are offered here only as costume props or wall hangers.
Battle Axe ~ 866W

Handle:16 1/2 Overall:26
CLOSE OUT WEAPONS
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lose Out Weapons are pieces that we have with very limited availabilty. Often these are unique
samples or rare collectable items, many from the armoury of Maestro Oscar Kolombatovich.
For most of these items, only one or two prices remain in stock and it is unlikely that we will be
able to acquire any more. Many of these pieces only make it to our showroom and never appear in our
catalog. Please contact us for availability before ordering from this section.
Colichmarde ~ 1206
Superb smallsword with widened forte
and scabbard
Fittings are Steel
Wire wrapped handle
Blade length:31 Blade width:1 1/8 Quillon:4 Overall:37 3/4
Executioner ~ 1128
Two-handed beheading sword without point
engraved FIAT JUSTICIA
Fittings are Brass
Blade length:37 Blade width:2 Quillon:8 Overall:44
Case of Rapiers ~
1132
Two half-hilted rapiers
fitted into one scabbard
Fittings are Brass
Blade length:32 Blade
width:1 Quillon:6 1/2
Overall:46
GAUNTLETS & SCABBARDS
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e make scabbards for most of our swords, rapiers, and smallswords. We do not make scab
bards for our broadsword blades because they are too long and wide to be properly fitted into
a functional scabbard. Our standard scabbard for the remaining smaller weapons is leather
over brass with a belt or frog hook. When possible, we recommend that you order the weapon and the
scabbard together to insure a good fit. When ordering a scabbard, include the weapon catalog number
followed by the denominator /10. For example, if you would like a scabbard for a swept hilt rapier
with a canelure blade, be sure to order a 352C/10.
Scabbard ~ /10
Sword (Leather over brass)
Scabbard ~ /10
Dagger (Leather over brass)
angers or Frogs are devices used to hold a

sword in place on the hip. Our hangers are
hand made out of fine leather and come in
black. With a hanger, the blade of the weapon is
exposed. Our brass scabbard will also work in
conjunction with our hangers. As always, we will
assume right-handed unless otherwise specified.
Hanger ~ 990
Black leather
ur Gauntlets are patterned from the classical

style used throughout
the ages and come in black or
brown. If you do not specify a
color, we will default to black.
Sold in pairs, please specify size
6 though 11.
Gauntlets ~ 981
Black or Brown
SWORD BAGS
page 29
Single Weapon Case

~ 199A
Deluxe teardrop Bag

~ 200/A1
Cylinder Bag
~ 201/A2
Waterproof nylon
Waterproof nylon
Waterproof nylon
Choreographers Bag
~ 202/A5
Extra large
Double full-length
compartments &
two outside pockets
BOOKS
page 30
Plates from The School of Fencing

by Domenico Angelo
We are proud to offer plates from Dominico Angelos The
School of Fencing, originally published in 1763. These 47
beautiful color plates are from the 1968 reprint, measuring
12 x 18. As these prints are sold on a first come-first
served basis, availability of specific prints is sometimes
limited. You may request a specific print with the understanding that it could be several weeks (or even months)
until that print becomes available again. Contact us for
more details.
Renaissance
Swordsmanship
by John
Clements
Secrets of
the Sword
by Baron
Cesar De
Bazancourt
Actors on
Guard
by Dale
Anthony
Girard
The History
Fencing
of Fencing Terminology
by William
by William
M. Gaugler
M. Gaugler
A Book of
Five Rings
by
Miyamoto
Musashi
The Living
Sword
by Aldo
Nadi
Weapons &
Armor
by Harold
H. Hart
Fight
Directing
for the
Theatre
by J. Allen
Suddeth
Fight
Direction
for Stage
and Screen
by William
Hobbs
Methods
and
Practice of
Elizabethan
Swordplay
by Craig
Turner &
Tony Soper
Also Available
The Blow by Blow Guide to Fighting in the Renaissance Style
Instructional video (VHS-901S) by Michael Loades
ARMOURY PARTS
page 31
heres nothing worse than having your sword break when you really need it. We here at the
Armoury realize in the chaos of combat, swords may receive all manners of injury. This is why
its good to have replacement parts. Furthermore, the balance of a sword is a subjective experience dependant upon you, the sword wielder. While our hilts are composed to achieve the best classical balance and practical aesthetic harmony, your personal preference may deviate from what we have
to offer. You may also be working on creating a personal project using parts from many other sources.
Our selection of Armoury Parts is offered so that you may construct your own personal alternative
piece, or replace parts without having to replace the entire weapon. Please keep in mind that some
combinations of parts will not go together because of structural unfeasiblity. Feel free to contact us
with any questions on weapon structure or price quotes.
Armoury Parts ~ Terms and Codes

Medieval Valencia
w/Canelure Blade
~ 253C
253C/1
253C/2
Italian Cup Hilt Rapier

w/Rapier Blade
~ 306R
Pommel ~ /1
Handle ~ /2
306R/1
306R/2
Quillon ~ /3
Spacer*1 ~ /4
306R/3
306R/4
Guard ~ /5
306R/5
hen ordering
from us, please
use these terms
and codes. This will help
us to be sure that you get
exactly what you want. It
will also expedite the
processing of your order.
Thumbpad
Thumbpad*2
253C/5
Cage Hilt Rapier hilt alone

~ 309
Tang
*1 Spacers are
also known as
false ricassos.
Our standard
thumbpad is of
heavy Felt ~
351
351. We also
have Leather
thumbpads ~
350 available
for a nominal
extra charge.
Shoulders
Knuckle guard or
Knucklebow
Pommel
Handle Grip
Backguard
*2
Forte or strong
Loopguard
Forward
quillon or
cross bar
Rear quillon
Forward
pas dane
or ring
Rear
pas dane
Ringguard
Ricasso
Blade
Foible or weak
253C/6
Blade ~ /6
Escussion or
quillon block
306R/6
lease note: Some conventional sword

terminology is compromised for the
sake of simplicity by our system of
terms and codes.
Tip
ARMOURY PARTS (P
OMMELS
& HANDLES)
page 32
ur selection of pommels is provided for your consideration. Included is their respective weights
and threading. We can easily change to a larger threading by drilling out the pommel and
using a larger tap. To change to a smaller threading, we use a process called helicoiling
which carries a nominal extra charge. For any Theatrical Fencing (500 series) swords, please refer to
our fencing catalog and price list.
Manganese Bronze Pommels
Fishtail ~
110C/1
Disk ~
113C/1
Bedpost ~
207/1
Mushroom ~
205/1
Centurion ~
301/1
15 oz. - 1/4 x 20
13 oz. - 6mm
4 oz. - 6mm
3 oz. - 6mm
4 oz. 6mm
Zweihander
~ 102CL/1
Jaime
~ old 111CR/1
Claymore
~ 114CR/1
Medieval
~ 116CR/1
1 lb. 1 oz. - 1/4 x 20
9 oz. - 1/4 x 20
8 oz. - 6mm
9 oz. - 6mm
Marquis
~ 146CR/1
Large Ball
~ 152CR/1
Figure Eight
~ 429ST/1
Main Gauche
~ 741ST/1
Small Ball
~ 752T/1
4 oz. - 6mm
6 oz. - 1/4 x 20
3 oz. - 6mm
2 oz. - 6mm
4 oz. - 1/4 x 20
Steel
Pommels
ur Standard handles are solid, hand-carved and hand-fitted, birdeye maple. This is strong
American hardwood, with a spectacular slightly-irridescent grain. Available in all sizes. Only
available in 4. Wire handles have a hollow metal core and are wrapped in steel wire. Only
available in 4 and 3 1/2. Leather wrapped handles have a wood core and are wrapped with black
leather. Available in all sizes. Exotic hardwood handles are solid, hand-carved and hand-fitted wood
that is polished. Different wood types are subject to availability. The Armoury does not used any endangered woods for any of our pieces.
Standard
Wire
Leather
Exotic
hardwood
ARMOURY CODE NUMBERS
ur Armoury code numbers

may seem confusing at
first, but once you understand the meaning behind the
codes, they make a lot more
sense. This example should
explain these numbers and will
make it easier for you to order.
A:
page 33
Spanish cup hilt steel quillon

~ 361ST/3
Shown at left
The first digit of the code number designates into which of our series that piece is catagorized.
100: Broadswords
200: Swords
300: Rapiers
400: Smallswords
500: Theatrical Fencing
600: Costume Weapons
700: Daggers
800: Polearms
900: Blades
1000: Pieces by Kolombatovich
B: The second two numbers refer specifically to the hilt piece.
Therefore, since many of our swords and

daggers use the same hilt piece, 253 refers to a Medieval Valencia Sword while 753 refers to a Medieval
Valencia Dagger.
C:
The S that immediately follows the number denotes that the fittings are Steel. This applies to our
swords, rapiers, smallswords and daggers, but not our broadswords. W refers to Costume Weapons
(wall hangers) and A refers to aluminum.
D:
The last letter or letters indicate which blade is mounted into the hilt.
CL: Zweihander blade

CRD: Double-handed broadsword blade
CR: Regular broadsword blade
CS: Super broadsword blade
CRH: Single-handed broadsword blade
SS: Shortsword blade
SB: Saber blade, curved 1
T: Theatrical epee blade
TFL: France Lame epee blade
E:
R: Rapier (oval) blade

M: Musqueteer blade
C: Canelure blade
L: Diamond (lozenge) blade
FP: Flexible dagger blade (Prieur)
FL: Flexible dagger blade (France Lames)
D: Dirk blade
DS: Small dirk blade
G: Main gauche blade
If a number follows a slash, then this is for a specific part instead of the whole weapon.
/1: Pommels
/2: Handles
/3: Quillons
/5: Guards
/6: Blades
/10: Scabbards

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction to the Armoury

The Armoury Catalog

Contents are copyright C 1999 by American

THE ARMOURY ~ a division of American Fencers Supply Co. 415-863-7911

INTRODUCTION to the Armoury

he Armoury is a division of American

Quality of Skilled Craftsmen

lmost all of our pieces are made by hand on

Choose Your Blade

ne of the unique services that The

their skills into manufacturing fencing blades.

hese rest of the sword that is not blade is

ur sword fittings are made from manga

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BLADES ~ Broadswords, Swords & Rapiers

SWORD BLADES & RAPIER BLADES

NOTE: Blade Length is from hilt

SWORD BLADES & RAPIER BLADES

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JAPANESE SWORDS (The 130 series)

Japanese Combat Sword ~ 130SB

Ninja guard ~ 130SBN

Lobed guard ~ 130SBL

Oval guard ~ 130SBO

Tachi guard ~ 130SBT

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BROADSWORDS (The 100 series)

anging from the 10th century into the

Spanish Fishtail ~ 110

hile the single-handed arming

Zweihander with Parrying Hooks ~ 102CL

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BROADSWORDS (The 100 series)

wo-handed swords are

Medieval Tapered ~ 118

Fittings are Steel

Double Ring ~ 151

Swept Hilt ~ 152

Fittings are Steel

Fittings are Steel

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SWORDS (The 200 series)

words are simple

Heavy Italian ~ 207

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SWORDS (The 200 series)

Rennaissance Ring ~ 205S

Medieval Valencia ~ 253

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RAPIERS (The 300 series)

he rapier was the first civilian weapon,

Italian Cup Hilt ~ 306

Cage Hilt ~ 309

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