👉 A ruled weapon, also known as a marked or engraved sword, is a type of historical weapon that features a set of guidelines or lines etched into its blade or hilt. These markings serve as a guide for the swordsmith during the manufacturing process, ensuring the weapon maintains its intended shape and balance. The lines typically indicate the direction of the blade's edge, the guard's position, and the placement of the pommel and crossguard. This precision helps create a weapon that is both functional for combat and historically accurate, allowing historians and collectors to better understand and replicate these ancient tools of war.
