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Longsword: The
longsword, often
called a hand-and-
half, saw a great
deal of service as a
weapon of war, but
was also employed a
great deal as a
civilian weapon of
self- defense.
Coupled with a
dagger, the longsword
was an excellent
defense against
robbers, thieves,
footpads, assassins
and even some of the
robber bands that
might roam the
countryside. A good
serviceable point
allowed it to be used
for thrusting, and a
medium weight allowed
it to be used easily
and carried with
equal ease. This
weight also allowed
it to be used with
one hand with a
dagger in the other.
But when needed, it
could be gripped with
both hands for a very
powerful cut. Pommel
and guard are steel.
Grip is wood wrapped
with leather and
wire. A beautiful and
very functional
sword. Made by
Windlass Steelcrafts.
Includes scabbard.
Overall-45 1/2";
Blade-36 1/2" long, 1
13/16 " wide, 3/16 "
thick * Wt.-3 lbs. 4
oz.
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