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The Basket-Hilt Broadsword Although Basket-Hilt swords appeared throughout Britain from the mid-sixteenth century on, their association with the seventeenth and eighteenth century Scottish highlander has become legendary. 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.Click on the picture or name below for details.
The Practical Basket-Hilt Swords are built for the re-enactor. The baskets are identical to #1 & #2 swords respectively, but the grips are leather-covered and the blades are unsharpened with 1/16" safety edges and a rounded tip, complying with the combat rules of many re-enactment societies. Scabbards are finished in matte black, ready for owner customization if desired. The handle is leather covered.
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