History of Bastard Sword / Hand and Half Sword
Fact : Bastard Sword
The medieval bastard sword in later times was known as hand and half sword.
Bastard sword generally had long handle which allowed two handed use.
It is popular due to its extreme reach, cutting and thrusting abilities.
Origin : Bastard Sword
The term bastard sword originates from the French ‘epee batarde’.
This term was used to refer to hand and half sword or long sword.
The versatility of the design prevented the sword from being specifically in any category of one handed or two handed swords.
Description: Bastard Sword
The medieval bastard sword had a two edged blade and a handle long enough to hold it with two hands.
The length of bastard sword ranges from 40-48 inches.
Bastard sword handle is of 10-15 inches.
The bastard sword weighted between 5-8 pounds.
This is used as a close contact weapon with massive strike power.
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