A 14th-century falchion, broad flaring blade 27 in., with narrow back fullers, cusped point with a

A 14th-century falchion, broad flaring blade 27 in., with narrow back fullers, cusped point with a reinforced and slightly forward curving spike extending the back of the blade for 6 in. beyond the cutting edge; cross-hilt with slightly drooping quillons, wheel pommel, wooden grip, 1350-1400.

This type is shown in various contemporary illuminated manuscripts in combat between knights or men-at-arms on foot. Similar examples are held in the Musée de l'Armée in Paris and the Netherlands Army Museum in Delft.