Practical Hand-and-a-Half Sword

The Practical Broadswords are all based on authentically styled swords in the Paul Chen collection, but they are tailored to meet the needs of re-enactment and stage performance. They are designed to withstand rugged use while providing the level of safety required by many of today's re-enactment societies. The blades are crafted from 1566 high-carbon steel, hardened to 50HRC, which restricts edge-notching to acceptable levels while providing resilience and protection against brittleness. While the blades are substantial, they are fullered to provide balance and good handling characteristics. They feature 1/16” wide edges and rounded tips for safety. The tangs are also substantial, with radiused corners at the blade shoulders and no welds. The end of the tang is riveted over the pommel, which both eliminates any possibility of inadvertent disassembly. The hardwood grips are leather-covered. The scabbards are fabricated in glass-filled resin to eliminate swelling and to minimize blade corrosion problems, with belt rings that adjust to allow vertical or horizontal carry.