This compendium contains more than 150 images showcasing the finest recreations of key swords and hilt weapons from top manufacturers. With its riveting history and compelling full colour images this is sure to fascinate enthusiasts if bladed weapons. This book traces the innovations made in blade materials from the earliest stone to the coppers and bronze and iron of the Middle Ages to today's high carbon steel weapons. Also available: Archery, Shotguns, Rifles, Handguns.
Offers a complete, full-color history of swords, knives, daggers, machetes, axes, and other blades.