Early highland swords almost invariably carried the double-edged
“broadsword” blade but by the time of the Battle of Culloden (1746) the
single-edged “backsword” was at least equal in popularity.
Both the Basket-Hilt backsword and broadsword are replicated from period
pieces in the collection of the Royal Armouries in England.
The Basket-Hilt Broadsword (SH2002) carries a typical Glasgow-style hilt
from the mid-18th century.
It is likely that the blade of the original sword was made in Germany a
century earlier and re-hilted as basket designs were refined.
Wire-wrapped ray skin handles and cloth-covered leather basket liner.
FEATURES:
Historically accurate
Wire-wrapped ray skin handles
Perfect for re-enactors
Blade Length: 33.5”
Blade Steel: 1055 High Carbon.
Overall Length: 39.75”
Weight: 3lb 2oz
Thickness: .150
You can always feel good about ordering a Hanwei sword.
They are the standard bearer in quality replicas around the world.
High demand creates shortages of many styles, so order your favourite
Hanwei sword whenever you find it in stock.
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