Legal & Safety Notice

This is a traditionally hand-forged sword, produced using established traditional forging techniques and supplied with a sharpened edge as part of authentic manufacture. This item is intended for display and collection only and is not intended for combat or practical use.

🔞 Sold to adults aged 18+ only, in line with applicable UK legislation regarding traditional hand-crafted swords. Strict age verification applies.

Description

Scotland's Sword of Honour.

Elegant.

Powerful.

Built to protect.

The Hanwei Basket Hilt Backsword is a superb recreation of one of Scotland's most iconic military swords. Carried by Highland warriors, officers and gentlemen throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, the basket-hilt backsword became renowned for its exceptional hand protection, practical battlefield performance and unmistakable Scottish character.

Expertly crafted by Hanwei, this historically inspired sword features the distinctive full basket hilt, designed to shield the hand while allowing precise control during combat. The elegant guard, combined with the sword's clean lines and traditional proportions, faithfully captures the appearance of the originals that have become enduring symbols of Scottish martial history.

The classic single-edged backsword blade offers the robust cutting power that made this weapon a favourite on the battlefield, while the balanced design ensures it remains a stunning display piece for collectors of historical European arms.

Whether showcased in a medieval collection, displayed alongside Highland memorabilia or admired for its outstanding craftsmanship, the Basket Hilt Backsword is a timeless tribute to Scotland's warrior heritage.

A sword carried with pride.

A legacy forged in steel.

✨ Why every Scottish collector needs this backsword

⚔️ Premium Hanwei historical reproduction
🏴 Inspired by authentic 17th- and 18th-century Scottish basket-hilt backswords
🛡️ Traditional full basket hilt for outstanding hand protection
🗡️ Historically inspired single-edged backsword design
✨ Exceptional Hanwei craftsmanship and authentic styling
🏰 Perfect for Scottish collections, historical displays and re-enactment
🎁 A must-have for collectors of European and Highland weaponry

The sword of the Highlands.

Crafted for generations.

🇬🇧 Fast UK shipping — no customs, no clan feuds, no nonsense.

This sword is a traditional, hand-forged blade inspired by authentic 17th- and 18th-century Scottish basket-hilt backswords, created for collectors with an appreciation for sword craftsmanship.

Forged from carbon steel using [forging method, e.g. clay tempering / differential hardening], it combines authentic construction with display-quality presentation.

Key Features

• Traditional hand-forged sword

• Carbon steel blade

• Sharpened edge as part of traditional finishing

• Full-tang construction

• Approximate blade length: [XX cm]
  

• Suitable for collection or display

Age Verification:
This product is sold to adults aged 18 years and over. By purchasing, you confirm that you meet this requirement. Orders may be subject to age verification checks prior to dispatch, and we reserve the right to cancel any order where age cannot be satisfactorily verified.

Important Information

• This sword is supplied as a traditional hand-crafted blade and is not sold for self-defence or unlawful use

• Customers are responsible for safe handling and secure storage

• Ownership and use may be subject to local laws — customers should ensure compliance in their jurisdiction