Conan hero Cimmerian "Father's Sword" from Conan the Barbarian....

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Conan hero Cimmerian "Father's Sword" from Conan the Barbarian. (Universal, 1982) Designed by production designer Ron Cobb and made by master sword maker Jody Samson, the "Father's Sword" is seen in the opening sequences of the film when Conan's father (William Smith) tells young Conan about the significance of steel to their people, the Cimmerians. Attacked by a band of warriors led by Thulsa Doom (James Earl Jones), Conan's father is killed and Doom uses the sword to decapitate his mother. In the final battle between Conan and Doom's henchmen, Conan encounters his "Father's Sword" that is wielded by Rexor (Ben Davidson) and he breaks the blade in two with his Atlantean Sword (a special breakaway sword was used for that particular sequence). The blade is hand ground from carbon steel that was heat-treated and left unsharpened for safety. The metal hilt and pommel were sculpted and cast by the lost-wax process. The Cimmerian inscriptions were added to the blade by electrical discharge machining. Total length of the sword (including the hilt) is 38.5 inches, and it weighs a substantial 8.6 pounds. Comes with original leather, fur and brass scabbard with snake etchings. This sword has remained in John Milius' collection ever since the film wrapped, and it comes with a signed letter of provenance by Milius, stating in part, "At the end of filming in Spain I was given the best, most detailed version of the Father's Sword... specifically used in close up shots where I wanted the beauty and craftsmanship of the piece to look its best on camera." The leather wrapping around the grip exhibits wear. Overall, in fine condition. An incredibly significant and beautiful screen weapon with unrivaled provenance.

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