Tourney Hand and Half Sword Belt dated to late 16th Century

dated to late 16th Century and representative of the early Buccaneer Cutlasses used to great effect against the East India Company on the Caribbean Sea

Handle Length: 5 7/8"

The wood core grip is in a well rounded rectangular cross section and tightly bound with an overwrap of cord to provide a firm grip

Of course he was right and we think you will agree - this is a sweet cutlass

the guard is 15” wide with tapering 12

Tourney Hand and Half Sword Belt dated to late 16th CenturyDurable Hand Forged 9260 Spring Steel Blade 2mm Blunt Edge Stainless Hilt and Wood Core Leather Wrapped Grip Wood Core Scabbard Included Item SM36040 Overall: 41 1 4" Blade Length: 32 3 4" Handle Length: 6" Weight: 3lb 7oz Point of Balance: 4" Point of Harmonics: 21 1 2" A close recreation of the famous Oakeshott Type XVIIIa. 4 sword from Records of the Medieval Sword with some liberties taken to make it safe for reenactment and stage use. This sword