MacGregor argues that the ability of bone and antler to withstand even quite savage blows should not be underestimated. [MACGREGOR 1985, p.165]<br>
'''Finds from Archaeology'''<br>
* Dublin, . 2 possible guards of antler. [HALPIN 2008: p.161-162]
* York, 1 antler cross guard and 1 whale bone pommel [MACGREGOR 1985: p.165]
* Sweden, Sigtuna, 1 elk . Elk antler guard [GRAHAM-CAMPBELL & KIDD 1980: p.168-169][GRAHAM-CAMPBELL 2013:p.108]* Check Republic, Prague Cathedral. Type T sword with ivory guard and pommel decorated in Mammen decoration.[GRAHAM-CAMPBELL 2013:p.109]<gallery>Sword york clifford.jpg|York CrossguardSword york coppergate.jpg|York Pommel</gallery>
=== The Grip ===