User blog comment:Thornclaw Braveheart/The Length of Martin's Sword/@comment-1145722-20100723180915

I own every Redwall book too. And like I said, just because the hilt is the same, DOES NOT mean that it's the same weapon. The blade is somewhat wavy too, which the Sword is not.

Now, it is possible that the artist accidentally drew the Sword. I've seen many books with illustrations that didn't match the actual worded descriptions. But, in this case, it's not likely, since BJ had direct connections with the artists.

About the cover of Bellmaker.... Laria is right, that is Joseph in the front with the beard. But I'm sure you knew that..... And now that I look at it, it does seem that the glowing effigy of Martin looks like he has a small beard or something.... but I think that's just his fur color.

I do agree with you about guns. They're cool, but over-rated.