Montante – Master

Description

Montante – Inspired by Pacheco de Narváez

This expertly crafted Montante is designed following the proportions set by the historical masters Pacheco de Narváez in his “Nueva Ciencia” and Rodríguez de Canto a century later. The montante, a massive and imposing sword, was traditionally sized to match the height of a man, roughly two Castilian varas. This translates to a height of 167.18 cm (nearly 170 cm or about 5.5 feet), ensuring it is an impressive and historically accurate weapon for both practice and display.

Proportions and Construction:

The proportions between the blade and hilt follow Pacheco’s six-to-two ratio, meaning this montante features a blade length of 125.38 cm and a hilt length of 41.80 cm, providing excellent balance and control for the wielder.

• Blade material: Hand-forged from high-quality 51CrV4 steel (equivalent to AISI 6150), known for its exceptional toughness and flexibility
• Quillion material: Forged from C45 steel (equivalent to AISI 1045), hardened for extra durability and structural integrity
• Blade length: 125.38 cm
• Hilt length: 41.80 cm
• Total height: 167.18 cm (5.5 feet), matching the historical standards of two Castilian varas
• Blade width: 4 cm at the guard with a gradual taper toward the point for optimal weight distribution
• Blade thickness: 8 mm at the guard, tapering down to 3 mm for balanced flexibility and stiffness
• Weight: Approx. 2.5 kg, ensuring a sturdy but manageable feel in both solo drills and partnered practice

Grip and Customization:

• Grip material: Wrapped in sewn leather for a firm and comfortable hold
• Quillion style: Traditional straight or curved quillions, with side rings depending on personal preference
• Cross guard width: 30-35 cm to provide ample hand protection and control