Bastard Swords from Medieval Collectables
Bastard Swords were developed in the mid 1400's as a form of long-sword with specially shaped grips for one or two hands. These swords typically had longer handles which allowed use by one or both hands. Bastard swords are also known as Hand-and-a-half swords. The sword's hilt often had side-rings and finger rings to defend the hand, and a more slender, or tapered, narrowly pointed blade. Bastard swords continued to be used by knights and men-at-arms into the 1500's, and for a time, enjoyed the civilian side-arm role that would later be superceded by the sidesword and rapier.
 Bastard Sword Item # 54-020-VA Bastard Sword, also called a hand and a half sword 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. Price: $209.99 |
 Bastard Sword Item # SH2250 Bastard Sword Price: $211.50 |
 German Bastard Sword Item # 500792 German Bastard Sword Price: $210.00 |
 Rhinelander Item # SR082 Rhinelander Price: $171.77 |
 Side-Ring Sword Item # SR091 Side-Ring Sword Price: $159.75 |
 The Sword of Granson Item # 500804 The Sword of Granson Price: $180.00 |
