LAYAWAY DEPOSIT ONLY - Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword

Allow yourself to make it Legendary.

Some pieces you talk yourself out of. Too much, not right now, maybe one day. But the grails don't wait — and "maybe one day" is how they become the ones that got away.

So don't talk yourself out of this one. Claim Hanwei Basket Hilt Broadsword now, and pay for it at your own pace. No lenders, no credit checks, no interest — just you, quietly building the collection you actually want.

How it works:

• Pay your deposit here to open your reservation — that's it claimed, and it's yours in waiting.
• Cinders sees it safely onto The Hoard, where Mafoo the Box Goblin frets over it until the day it's fully yours.
• Pay off the rest however suits you — any amount, whenever. We'll nudge you gently so you always know where you stand.
• The last pound lands, and it ships. We never dispatch until it's completely yours.

Worth knowing before you commit:

• Your price is locked in today. Whatever happens to it later, you pay what you agreed.
• Changed your mind? Full refund within 14 days; after that, whatever you've paid becomes Forge credit that never expires. Nowt's ever lost.
• The full rules live in our Layaway — The Hoard terms: Layaway Scheme T&Cs.

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

Description

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.

✨ Why every Scottish collector needs this broadsword

• ⚔️ Premium Hanwei historical reproduction by Paul Chen
• 🏴 Based on an original held by the Royal Armouries of England
• 🛡️ Authentic mid-18th century Glasgow-style basket hilt
• ⚙️ Forged from 1566 high carbon steel
• ✨ Stainless steel basket hilt for reduced maintenance
• 🖐️ Genuine wire-wrapped ray skin grip
• 🛡️ Traditional fabric-covered sueded leather basket liner
• 🧳 Includes leather-wrapped scabbard
• 🎁 A museum-inspired masterpiece for collectors of Scottish weaponry

The sword of Highland legends.

Crafted to endure.

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

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.

Forged from 1566 high 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

• 1566 high carbon steel  blade

• Sharpened edge as part of traditional finishing

• Full-tang construction

• Approximate blade length: 85 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