HUNTING FOR HEADS If this sword could speak it would tell gruesome tales of the vast amounts of beheadings it has carried out in the hand of a warmongering Celtic tribal warrior. Heads of fallen foes that often were put on prominent display for all to see. Time and use have taken its toll on this once magnificent sword which is now bruised and aged, but by all means; it is still a trusty and fully functioning weapon, that gets the job done. Epic Armoury’s Battleworn Celtic Leaf Sword is a latex-hybrid long sword inspired by the Celtic tribes of early history. The sword is 85 cm long from tip to pommel, with a double-edged blade designed for chopping thanks to its leaf-like shape. The detailed crossguard and crescent pommel features gold accents and protects a sculpted grip. The handle is cast and painted to look like leather and is ergonomically shaped, allowing for comfort and an impressive appearance without requiring leather maintenance. Featuring unique painted and sculpted detail effects such as rust stains, nicks and scratches. With a tribal appearance and a neat worn-out look, the Battleworn Celtic Leaf Sword is our highest quality gear due to its impressive durability and detail. The blade is made from closed cell foam around a fibreglass core and finished with a strong latex coating, while the handle is a polyurethane foam cast that allows for greater detail and no maintenance. This hybrid model sword will make you confident in the safety and appeal of your weapon on the battlefield whether you are a Celtic warrior queen or a bloodthirsty barbarian. HISTORY Similar in shape to a Scottish thrusting dagger called a dirk Used as a personal sidearm by officers Leaf swords were designed to have more weight in the blade and work well cutting through targets Blade has a strong latex coating with a round fibreglass core Strong Kevlar core tip protection Blade is made from durable closed cell foam that does not shred Handle is a polyurethane foam cast, giving it more detail with no maintenance! Handle is very durable, will last longer than a latex version, and is less slippery than a silicone treated alternative Handle is wrapped in leather for comfort, requiring some maintenance High safety, approved by the top organizations This hybrid weapon’s polyurethane handle does not require any special maintenance. The leather wrapped around the grip does require leather care.Leather Grip CareNatural leather products are very durable, but require regular maintenance with leather care products to stay flexible and to increase life-time. Make sure your leather products are kept dry when stored. Let wet leather dry naturally before treating. If frequently wet and dry, increase frequency of maintenance.CleaningClean by removing dirt with a hard brush, then gently rub on leather soap with a clean, damp cloth until the leather appears clean. Remove soap with a separate damp cloth to wipe away any soap residue and then use a dry cloth to wipe away any remaining water from the leather.ConditioningYou should always condition leather after cleaning, since the soap will have removed some of its natural oils. Treat the leather with mink oil, olive oil, or beeswax polish with a clean cloth, gently rubbing a small amount of oil or polish in circles into the leather. Allow the leather to soak in the oil before wiping the leather with a final clean cloth to remove any excess residue.Latex Blade CareThis LARP weapon’s blade has a latex coating which needs a certain degree of maintenance. For this we recommend using maintenance silicone, which can be purchased separately in the LARP Accessories section. Epic Armoury Maintenance Silicone is an easy, spray-on application, 100% pure and acid-free making it safe to apply. We recommend using Maintenance Silicone on a regular basis, taking care not to apply the spray to the handle by first wrapping it in plastic-wrap. It maintains the latex-coat’s flexibility and prevents it from drying out, keeping the product wear and tear resistant.StorageStore your weapon flat or on its pommel--NEVER on its tip. Use a simple sheet or towel lining to prevent it from touching a plastic or rubber surface to prevent your weapon from adhering to other products. Keep your weapon in a cool, dry environment.
