{"product_id":"espada-bastarda-o-de-mano-y-media-s-xiv-royal-armouries-501832","title":"Bastard or hand and a half sword 14th century Royal Armouries 501832","description":"\u003cp\u003e The \u003cem\u003eHoly Roman Empire 14th Century Longsword\u003c\/em\u003e is a faithful replica of a hand-and-a-half sword dating back to the second half of the 14th century, part of the \u003cem\u003eRoyal Armouries Collection\u003c\/em\u003e under the number IX.1106. This historic sword was found in Lake Constance, a place at the crossroads of Austria, Germany and Switzerland, and represents the classic style of swords used by knights and men-at-arms during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSword Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Edged Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The blade of this sword is tapered, rigid and double-edged, designed to provide great cutting and penetrating ability. It has a flat diamond cross-section, with a thick spine running along its entire length, giving it rigidity and stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDeep Point and Large Pommel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sword's deep, sharp point is optimized for piercing armor, while the large wheel-shaped pommel acts as a counterweight, providing balance and making the sword easier to wield with both one and two hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHandle and Knob Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eHand-and-a-Half Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e This sword features a hand-and-a-half handle, allowing it to be used one-handed (on horseback) or two-handed (on foot). This versatile design made it ideal for both knights and men-at-arms in combat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex and Functional Pommel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pommel has a complex shape with subtle slopes at the top, not only improving the balance of the sword, but also being useful as a blunt weapon in close combat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaterials and Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e1080 High Carbon Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand forged from fully tempered 1080 high carbon steel, this sword is exceptionally sturdy and durable. The tempered steel ensures that the blade can withstand the rigors of combat and maintain its shape and sharpness over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDistal Taper for Better Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sword has been designed with a distal taper that ensures proper weight distribution, allowing excellent maneuverability despite its size and weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWood and Leather Sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorically Accurate Scabbard:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sword comes with a leather-covered wooden scabbard with a brass ferrule with ornate cutouts at the tip. The leather extends onto the guard to provide further protection for the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity and Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Certificate of Authenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This replica comes with a certificate guaranteeing its historical accuracy and manufacturing quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eCare Kit Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sword comes with \u003cem\u003eWindlass Classic Wax\u003c\/em\u003e and a polishing cloth, to ensure it stays in perfect condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 111 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88 cm, double edged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eWidth of the guard:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width at Ricasso:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDistal Taper:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 cm thick at the guard, 0.55 cm at the tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.775 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Collectors and Historical Reenactors:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cem\u003eHoly Roman Empire 14th Century Longsword\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential piece for collectors and historical reenactors interested in medieval history and swords used by knights. 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