Hi!! Regarding the scarcity of type XV in Germany, I think there is an important hint in Meyer's Art of Combat in the 1st chapter of the Rapier's treaty (2.50R-2.51R). (Translated to modern English) [...]For although the trust was permitted by our forefathers[ referring to the Germans] in earnest case against the common enemy, yet not only did they not permit it in sporting practice, but they would also in no way allow it for their sworn-in soldiers or others who had come into conflict with each other, except the common enemy, a custom that should still be observed today by honorable soldiers and German civilians.[...] If that is true and considering that even in present buhurt rules ban the use of thrusts, makes an scenario where it is not difficult to imagine that German people of those ages would not only think of a type XV to be a blade of little use but also a dishonorable weapon. At least that is my guess.

@SterlingArmory

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Thanks! ... but they also had rapiers .... !? kind of odd right?

@joanvilato313

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@@SterlingArmory Definitely odd. I can’t provide an explanation, but maybe it is worth noting that rapiers were civilian weapons while swords remained in the military. Also, Meyer labels rapiers and their skills as brought in by foreigners. Considering this, maybe there was a more conservative approach that still sunned thrusting. And at the same time, a new civilian trend that got comfortable with the rapier. But this is just an educated guess.

Are there any known period names for these sword geometries?

@SterlingArmory

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Not specific to the geometries that we are aware of. Perhaps another viewer may know!

Just a type-o in the video title: typology. 👍

@SterlingArmory

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Oh no!? lol... where?

@SterlingArmory

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Found it! lol... thanks!!