James Helm is History Channel's 2017 Forged in Fire (Episode 3) Champion for the Katzbalger (Renaissance Arming Sword notable for its sturdy build and a distinctive s-shaped or figure-8 shaped guard).
Specifications:
Specifications:
- Model: Forged Ginunting
- Overall Length: 23.50"
- Blade Length: 16.625"
- Steel: 80CrV2
- Blade Style: Sheepsfoot, Recurve
- Color: Black
- Handles: Wraps of paracord Turk's head knots
- Sheath: Boltaron
- Country of Origin: USA