Description
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Circa 1400
Around the dawn of the 15th century, German smiths were shaping steel that would find its way across Europe, trusted by knights and foot soldiers alike. This hand-and-a-half sword, sometimes called a “bastard sword,” carries a blade forged from high carbon steel, heat-treated to strike a balance between toughness and sharpness. The blade’s length and profile make it suitable for both cutting and thrusting. Its wooden grip, bound tightly with leather, offers a secure hold whether you wield it one-handed or brace it with two. The steel fittings, shaped and fitted with care, help to balance the sword and protect the hand, embodying the practical yet skilled workmanship common to German blades of this era. This type of sword was valued on the battlefield for its flexibility,longer than an arming sword but more manageable than a greatsword. Accompanying the sword is a scabbard designed to protect the blade during travel and rest.
- Overall length: 44-1/2″
- Blade length: 36″, width: 2″, thickness: 3/16″
- Weight: 3 lbs 8 oz
Fun fact: The German longsword was often used with a technique called “half-swording,” where the fighter grips the blade midway to deliver precise thrusts and control in armored combat.
