German Bastard Sword - Oakeshott Type XVIIIc

Product image 1German Bastard Sword #081 large longsword with writhed detail and a guard with two side rings.
Product image 2German Bastard Sword - Oakeshott Type XVIIIc
Product image 3German Bastard Sword - Oakeshott Type XVIIIc
Product image 4German Bastard Sword - Oakeshott Type XVIIIc
Product image 5German Bastard Sword - Oakeshott Type XVIIIc

Regular price $1,400.00

Based on Original: Circa 1500 German, provenance unknown, pictured in Arms and Armour, Blackmore, p.32

Overall Length: 47.75"

Blade Length: 37"

Blade Width: 2.12"

Guard Width: 10.75"

Grip Length: 8"

Balance Point: 3"

Weight: 4.6 lbs

This 16th century sword is almost large enough to be classified as a two-hander. The beautifully designed pommel and guard balance the long blade very well. The roped guard has a ring on each side for additional hand protection. This was needed as the intricate binding moves of the German school of fence for these types of swords could endanger the hands. The stitched black leather grip is molded to the hardwood base with bees wax and heat as was done in the middle ages.

 

For further information, please read myArmoury.com's Hands-on Reviews:
    Review by Patrick Kelly , Review by Bill Grandy

 

Shipping Domestic US 51.00 (multiple sword shipping discounted)

International customers please contact us for a shipping quote. We feel your pain with the steep increases in international shipping over the past few years. We strive to find the most economical and reliable sources to ship to you.

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