mounting a huge sword

[pallenbear]

I am looking for some type of metal brackets to use for mounting a large sword (12" x 58" - approx. 15 pounds). Does anyone know a source for something like this?

 

[Nikodeumus]

Look into learning how to make your own mounts.
Here's a great shadow boxing resource from one of the G members.

Complete Guide to Shadowboxes and Framing Objects | ◄ James Miller, MCPF, GCF - Picture Framer, Author, Educator, Consultant ►

DIGITAL DOWNLOADThis PDF VERSION of the book includes exactly the same content as the printed book, but this PDF VERSION downloadable to your computer.This must-have book will lead you step by step through the entire process of making shadowbox frames, from design to mounting and finishing...

miller-consulting.square.site

 

[wpfay]

Does the client want to be able to remove the sword, or is this a sealed shadowbox?
Is this a vintage piece or a repro?
Is there a scabbard?
Will it be displayed in a controlled environment?

 

[Larry Peterson]

Does the client want to be able to remove the sword, or is this a sealed shadowbox?

Here's a thought.....................Mounting the stone might be an issue though.

 

[pallenbear]

Does the client want to be able to remove the sword, or is this a sealed shadowbox?
Is this a vintage piece or a repro?
Is there a scabbard?
Will it be displayed in a controlled environment?

the sword is a replica from some video game- it's huge with a 6" wide blade. I am trying to find some type of hooks to use to hold the sword

 

[Nikodeumus]

Also look at this post by Eric
Thread 'Civil War Saber' https://www.thegrumble.com/threads/civil-war-saber.92993/ Civil War Saber

 

[Nikodeumus]

There are also a bunch of products that could be modified for framing.
Do a web search for"sword mounts" or "sword holder".

 

[wpfay]

Also look for "bent rod supports". Brass brazing rods can be bent to support such things

 

[Eric A]

I went on amazon and found tons of mounts. You may have to modify them to work but I just used some masonite behind the mat then used through bolting with aluminium straps to distribute the load across the masonite.

 

[Rick Granick]

As Niko suggested, formed rod mounts are the way to go. They are not hard to do, but it takes practice. Jim Miller's book explains how they are done.
Rick

 

[David Waldmann]

For a 15# piece I would be looking at "1/2 inch" a/k/a 12mm Baltic Birch plywood as the backer to attached formed rod mounts. Of course, top with your desired mat.

One other thing to consider is that, if you use 1/2" ply, plus the 15# sword, mat, glazing ets you are probably looking at a total weight of close to 50# with the frame. So you need a rugged frame and explicit hanging instructions (NO WIRE!!!).