Records of the Medieval Sword is a remarkable volume, representing a body of work in the subject area with no equal.
Although the information is provided in an extremely authoritative manner, it is written in a very personable way, leaving this reader with a desire to know (have known?) the author.
If I were to attempt to be overly critical of this book, I would mention that there are a few minor, but still rather annoying, typographical errors and mis-numbered illustrations that detract somewhat from the otherwise masterly scholorship presented in the volume.
Also, in my opinion, a reference such as this should be provided in a hard cover edition, with full color plates wherever possible.
I will treasure this addition to my library.