Product Details
- Shipping Weight: 8.2 pounds
- Origin:India
- Overall Size: 45-1/2″ / Blade Size: 36-1/2″
- Blade width: 1-13/16″ / Blade Thickness: 3/16″
- Blade material: 1065/1095 High Carbon Steel / Blade: Full Tang, Razor Sharp Edge
- Scabbard : Leather (Hand Forged in India)
- Weight W/O Scabbard: 3 lbs 4 oz / Weight W/Scabbard: 4 lbs 5 oz
The 15th century Long Sword, often called a hand-and-half, saw a great deal ofservice as a weapon of war, but was also employed a great deal as a civilianweapon of self- defense. Coupled with a dagger, the Long Sword was anexcellent defense against robbers, thieves, footpads, assassins and even someof the robber bands that might roam the countryside. A good serviceable pointallowed it to be used for thrusting, and a medium weight allowed it to be usedeasily and carried with equal ease. This weight also allowed it to be usedwith one hand with a dagger in the other. But when needed, the Long Swordcould be gripped with both hands for a very powerful cut. Pommel and guard aresteel. Grip is wood wrapped with leather and wire. A beautiful and veryfunctional sword.