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

The Sword Between Worlds.

Not quite one-handed.

Not fully two-handed.

Perfectly balanced.

The Hanwei Practical Bastard Sword is a faithful recreation of one of history's most versatile medieval weapons. Also known as the hand-and-a-half sword, the bastard sword bridged the gap between traditional arming swords and mighty two-handed longswords, allowing warriors to fight effectively with either one or two hands depending on the demands of battle.

Popular throughout Europe by the early 16th century, this adaptable weapon became a favourite among knights, mercenaries and soldiers alike. The Hanwei Practical Bastard Sword captures that heritage while incorporating thoughtful modern refinements for historical martial arts, training and re-enactment.

Hand forged from 5160 high carbon steel, the 38-inch blade offers exceptional toughness and resistance to burring, making it ideal for controlled training and historical practice. Hanwei has also increased the transverse thickness of the crossguard, creating a safer profile for re-enactment use without compromising the sword's authentic appearance.

Unlike many traditional practical swords, this model is supplied with a full leather scabbard, specifically designed to provide improved safety during training by reducing the risk of injury or damage should the scabbard be impacted. The neutral-coloured leather grip and scabbard also offer the perfect base for collectors wishing to customise their sword.

Now discontinued, this Practical Bastard Sword has become an increasingly sought-after piece among historical European martial arts practitioners and Hanwei collectors alike.

Versatile.

Reliable.

Built for battle.

✨ Why every medieval collector needs the Practical Bastard Sword

⚔️ Premium Hanwei practical hand-and-a-half sword
🛡️ Hand-forged 5160 high carbon steel blade
🏰 Historically inspired early 16th-century design
🖐️ Designed for effective one or two-handed use
🛠️ Enhanced crossguard profile for safer training and re-enactment
🧳 Includes a flexible full leather scabbard for improved safety
🎨 Neutral leather grip and scabbard ideal for customisation
⭐ Discontinued model—increasingly desirable for collectors

One sword.

Two hands.

Endless possibilities.

🇬🇧 Fast UK shipping — no customs, no battlefield confusion, no nonsense.

This sword is a traditional, hand-forged blade inspired by one of history's most versatile medieval weapons, created for collectors with an appreciation for sword craftsmanship.

Forged from 5160 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

• 5160 high carbon steel blade

• Sharpened edge as part of traditional finishing

• Full-tang construction

• Approximate blade length: 96.5 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