BATTLECORE™ BLACK KNIGHTS SWORD
Battlecore™ Black Knight Sword
(13th- 14th Century European Styling)
“At times keeping allegiance to one’s own code of honor is preferable when attempting to right the wrongs of injustice……such is the life of a Black Knight!
Sagas of the Black Knight have been shrouded in mystery for centuries! From tales of dark alliances to prowess in battle, their cunning methods to victory were not always ordained. For he may be nobleman, royalty or rogue and judged unfairly in lore for his deeds there is no denying the legend of the “Black Knight “ is a compelling character with “charismatic charm” unlike all others! You will know him as he is clad in black harness (armor) and brandishes a quick and well manipulated black hilted sword and he will be ready as his weapon is the Battlecore™ Black Knight Single Handed Broadsword!
No this is not the story of your modern day “Caped Crusader” but the tale of the “Medieval Black Knight” and his sword. His actions often align with the virtuous ‘shining knight” values we read about in novels; however he may also rely on unsanctimonious moves to achieve a goal., He moves by stealth and relinquishes glory by anonymity. He moves his own code of honor... He is the Black Knight and this is his sword! Is there a “Black Knight” in you?
Each Black Knight Single Handed Broadsword by Battlecore™ Blades features a hand forged blade of tempered high carbon steel and boasts a full stab tang that seats between fine hardwood grips that pin thru tang. The pommel and guard are blackened as one would expect for the “Black Knight” a “simple crest” design adorns the pommel.
This is a REAL full slab tang functional sword and befitting those who want the challenge of a brandishing a single handed sword as you feel the rush of the Dark Knight in YOU! So make sure to add the epic Black Knight Single Handed Broadsword by Battlecore™ Blades to your collection today!
*Please note due to the hand crafted nature of each sword the sizes and weights are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
FUN NOTE: Historical Knights were dubbed with the name “BLACK KNIGHT” for many reasons, some of which include personal characteristics, clothing and birth decree. Examples of REAL historical “Black Knights”:
1. The chivalric order of the Knights Hospitalier-
recognized for their black mantles worn
2. “Zawisza the Black Knight” Zawisza Czarny (c. 1379 – 12 June 1428)
A virtuous Polish Knight received the nick-name “Zawisza the Black Knight” due to his black hair and the wearing of his custom black armor in tournaments.
3. “The Black Knight” Steward of Lorn (c.1399–c.1451)
Nobelman James Stewart - descendant of “Robert I of Scotland “ was bestowed this title at birth.