Description
The NS106 Nickel/Silver Unshaped Pommel. The manufacturer Jantz machines this pommel from solid nickel silver. The measurement is 1″ in x 5/8″ in. Finally, the manufacturer taps it 1/4-20.
The word Pommel comes from the Anglo-Norman pomel meaning “little apple”. Here, it is an enlarged fitting at the top of the handle. The pommel is also a decorative piece. Around the 11th century in Europe they became heavy enough to be a counterweight to the blade.
Furthermore, pommels can appear in a wide variety of shapes: oblate spheroids, crescents, disks, wheels, and animal or bird heads. Additionally, you will often find pommels engraved or inlayed with various designs and sometimes adorned with gilt and jewels.
The NS106 Nickel/Silver Unshaped Pommel provides the sword with a point of balance. Since the pommel is close to the hilt it allows for a more fluid fighting style. As an example, using the pommel to strike the opponent, depends on sword design and swordsmanship style. The Mordhau technique is an example of this style. Translated from German, it means murder strike or murder stroke. As a side note, the expression “I’m going to Pummel you” comes from the swords pommel. In fact, using the pommel on someone would be a less lethal way of making your point then striking them with the pointy end.
Of course, a heavy pommel can tug the forward pull away from the tip of the blade making a sword feel lighter and easier to maneuver. Therefore, a lighter pommel will have an opposites affect shifting the balance point further from the swordsman resulting in a heavier tip and harder hitting blade
And as always, you can purchase the NS106 Nickel/Silver Unshaped Pommel in the store or online. We offer free shipping for online orders over $100.00. Online order with in-store pick up is also available. Call us at 502-897-9552 with any questions you may have regarding this item or you can email us at info@heimerdingercutlery.com. Thanks for your interest in this item.
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