12-03-2007, 08:36 PM
In this thread above are some great examples of scabbards for the falcatta/kopis. My question is about the detail of the scabbard. It may only be speculation or strictly a matter of taste so please bear with me.
I notice in several pics the brass mouth of the scabbard seems to have a piece that sticks up about an inch on the handle side(that is, opposite the edge). This looks less so in the pottery pics. Would it be acceptable to make the mouth simpler, like that of a gladius, or is this upward projecting piece really necessary? Also would a brass chape be o.k.
I've made the scabbard and glued the leather covering on. Really, stressing on the details,though.
Thanks.
I notice in several pics the brass mouth of the scabbard seems to have a piece that sticks up about an inch on the handle side(that is, opposite the edge). This looks less so in the pottery pics. Would it be acceptable to make the mouth simpler, like that of a gladius, or is this upward projecting piece really necessary? Also would a brass chape be o.k.
I've made the scabbard and glued the leather covering on. Really, stressing on the details,though.
Thanks.
Andy Booker
Gaivs Antonivs Satvrninvs
Andronikos of Athens
Gaivs Antonivs Satvrninvs
Andronikos of Athens
