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Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword
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Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword
Add a legendary blade to your collection with the Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword.
The Sword of the Highland Legend.
Forged for Scotland.
Carried with honour.
Remembered through history.
Few swords are as instantly recognisable as the Scottish Basket Hilt Broadsword. Though basket-hilted swords appeared throughout Britain from the mid-16th century, they became forever linked with the fearless Highland warriors of the 17th and 18th centuries, whose courage and martial tradition made these weapons legendary.
The Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword, designed by Paul Chen, is a faithful reproduction of an original preserved in the prestigious Royal Armouries of England. Recreating a classic mid-18th century Glasgow-style hilt, this superb historical sword combines museum-quality authenticity with the exceptional craftsmanship for which Hanwei is renowned.
The 33.5-inch blade is forged from 1566 high carbon steel, offering outstanding durability and authentic proportions. The beautifully crafted stainless steel basket hilt faithfully replicates the original while providing excellent corrosion resistance and reduced maintenance. Completing the sword is a luxurious wire-wrapped genuine ray skin grip, paired with a traditional fabric-covered sueded leather basket liner, creating a level of authenticity rarely found in production swords.
Supplied with a leather-wrapped scabbard, this magnificent broadsword is a centrepiece worthy of any Scottish arms collection.
The pride of the Highlands.
The legacy of Scotland.
The sword of Highland legends.
Crafted to endure.
This sword is a traditional, hand-forged blade inspired by an original held by the Royal Armouries of England, created for collectors with an appreciation for sword craftsmanship.
✨ Why This Deserves a Place in Your Collection:
- ⭐ Fan Favourite: Why every Scottish collector needs this broadsword.
- ✅ Key Feature: Premium Hanwei historical reproduction by Paul Chen.
- 🔍 Fine Detail: Based on an original held by the Royal Armouries of England.
- 🗡️ Handle & Fittings: Authentic mid-18th century Glasgow-style basket hilt.
- ⚔️ Blade & Steel: Forged from 1566 high carbon steel.
- 💎 Collector Appeal: Stainless steel basket hilt for reduced maintenance.
- 🌟 Stand-Out Touch: Genuine wire-wrapped ray skin grip.
- 🧵 Quality Materials: Traditional fabric-covered sueded leather basket liner.
📐 Specifications
| Approximate blade length | 85 cm |
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Whether it takes pride of place on your wall or in a display cabinet, the Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword is a stunning piece for fans of fine blades.
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⚠️ Legal Notice — Traditionally Hand-Forged Katana
This katana is produced using established, traditional hand-forging methods and is supplied with a sharpened edge as part of authentic historical manufacture.
UK Statutory Exemption: This item qualifies for statutory exemption under the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 as a traditionally hand-crafted sword of cultural, historic, and martial arts interest. It is supplied strictly for collection, display, and martial arts demonstration, and is not sold for practical combat or unlawful use.
Age Verification (18+): Under UK law, this item is sold strictly to adults aged 18 and over. Age and identity are verified at checkout via our verification provider (OneID). Orders that fail verification will be cancelled and refunded.
Age-Checked Delivery: This item is dispatched via an age-restricted courier service and photo ID will be checked on delivery. Please make sure someone aged 18 or over is in to receive it. Parcels cannot be left in a safe place, unattended, or with neighbours.
- Customers must exercise extreme care with safe handling, maintenance, and secure domestic storage.
- Carrying a bladed weapon in public without lawful authority is illegal.