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Medieval Battle Style Swords by Valiant Armoury
Bastard Swords
(Hand and a Half Sword)
Overall Length:
39" Bastard Swords: Also called a hand and a half swords due to its lengthy handle, this style of sword saw great popularity in Europe north of the Alps in the second half of the 15th century. This 27-inch sword blade is quite versatile and capable of being wielded either one handed to allow the footman the use of the second hand for a shield or a second weapon, or two handed for tremendous power with the capacity to rend chain mail with great ease. The solid steel guard gives more than adequate hand protection while parrying swords and axe blows and the wheel pommel gives the whole sword a well balanced feel. Though not as fast as lighter swords like the Crecy Short Swords or the Scottish Swords, what the Bastard Swords lack in speed it makes up for in shear power. (Leather Scabbard Included)
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Battle Ready Swords Valiant Armoury swords and edged collectibles are designed to be real swords. They are not to be used in theatrical-style reenacting except where specifically named for that purpose and designed for that specific use. You should not strike a sword against another sword. Swords are subject to the laws of Physics. No matter how strong the steel is in any sword or edged collectible, it can nick or chip when struck against another sword or something hard. While our practical and functional swords and edged collectibles are designed to be used for soft target cutting only i.e. tamashigiri (the cutting of mats), they should only be used for that purpose by well trained professionals. Never perform cutting exercises without proper training and supervision. While Valiant Armoury swords and edged collectibles certainly could be used to cut many other items or objects, this is not their intended use and it is quite dangerous to do so and any use other than for its intended purpose will void the warranty and endanger the user. |
