{"product_id":"longsword-bastard-sword-blue-sword-high-carbon-1095-steel-sword-with-clay-temper-44","title":"Blue Longsword - 1095 Steel- 44\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the grandeur of medieval and Renaissance Europe with our intricately crafted longsword. Standing at an impressive 44\", this artifact is a faithful representation of the legendary 'bastard sword', a term used to describe longswords during the late medieval and Renaissance periods. It sports a double-edged straight blade with a cruciform hilt and a two-handed grip, wrapped in a fusion of wood and leather, and accentuated by steel bolsters for an assured grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade, measuring 44\", is not just a piece of artistry, but also a marvel of metallurgical engineering. The blade owes its superior strength and razor-sharp edge to its 1095 steel composition, renowned for its high carbon content of .95%. This makes it harder and more enduring than most high carbon swords, allowing it to maintain its edge for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the pure hardness of 1095 steel can compromise on flexibility, a trait as crucial as strength in a sword to prevent breakage upon impact. To address this, we employ an ancient clay tempering process. This process involves a thick layer of clay painted on the blade, insulating the parts that need to be softened, thus allowing them to cool slower during the quenching process. The result is a blade that pairs the strength of 1095 steel with the flexibility of tempered steel, providing an edge that is as sharp as it is durable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the package, our longsword comes with a custom handmade leather sheath, adding both protection and an additional touch of elegance to this historical masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSword Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: Wood with Steel Bolsters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 44\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockwell Hardness: 56-58 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheath: Handmade Leather Sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Material: Clay Tempered 1095 Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Battlingbladess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16032967360546,"sku":"1000003003","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2234\/4067\/products\/The_Big_Six_Final_For_Printing-47.jpg?v=1550834724","url":"https:\/\/battlingbladess.shop\/products\/longsword-bastard-sword-blue-sword-high-carbon-1095-steel-sword-with-clay-temper-44","provider":"Battlingbladess","version":"1.0","type":"link"}