Paul Chen Viking Thrusting Spear Head Knife. This involved using an alloy of several metals (notably silver) mixed with sulfur which was rubbed into an incised pattern and then fired. Where the alloy is rubbed into the engraving it remains black while the rest of the surface is polished to a bright finish. Hanwei's decorating process uses a little less alchemy but still provides a lustrous permanent Niello-like effect. Each spearhead has a shaft diameter of 1. Spearheads only are supplied. The Viking Thrusting Spear was more commonly used than swords being much less expensive to produce. The wings or lugs of Frankish origin both limited the penetration of the weapon and provided an effective parrying guard. Total head length is 16". Specifications for Paul Chen Viking Thrusting Spear Head: Overall: 16" Blade Length: 9 3/4 Weight: 1lb 6oz Thickness at Guard: .695 Features of Paul Chen Viking Thrusting Spear Head: Beautiful Niello like finish 1 inch diameter shaft Spearhead only is supplied Frankish inspired wings Package Contents: Paul Chen Viking Thrusting Spear Head Specifications for Paul Chen Viking Thrusting Spear Head: Manufacturer: Paul Chen Blade Material: Steel Overall Length: 16 in Paul Chen PC2038: Viking Thrusting Spear Head Knife