Steel sword with brass basket hilt

This replica is definitely something for the collectors out there, the steel blade with solid brass basket hilt is a great militaria product. Basket hilt swords have a special status in the history of swords as they represent the most advanced development of a dagger hilt combined with a wide, heavy blade similar to the ones found on medieval swords. This particular replica is a very distinctive example because the hilt is noticeably round which isn't always normal and is traditionally lined with red fabric.