Tod Cutler – Grosses Messer 1480-1540

The Grosses Messer by Tod Cutler recreates the regionally distinct clip-point Messer common to Central Europe of the late Medieval to Mid-Renaissance. Like some historical examples, this reproduction features the fuller hand protection of a steel nagel and a knucklebow. The blade is forged from EN45 high carbon steel and like originals it has the solid, robust and practical hilt construction of a thick blade tang which has wood grip scales rived to it to create a grip and further reinforcement provided by a peened pommel. The sword comes with a wood core scabbard that is bound in leather and completed with a knotted sword belt and finely cast copper alloy fittings. The swords by Tod Cutler have historical dimensions, proportions and handcrafted aesthetics foremost in mind. The swords show tool marks and minor cosmetic imperfections as part of their handcrafted nature and each has a unique character that is unlike the finish of common modern mass manufactured items. These tool marks and signs of hand finishing do not affect the usability, durability or build quality of the sword but instead form a part of its handcrafted character