Codified systems of fighting with the longsword existed from the later 14th century, with a variety of styles and teachers each providing a slightly different take on the art. The longsword was a quick, effective, and versatile weapon capable of deadly thrusts, slices, and cuts. The blade was generally used with both hands on the hilt, one resting close to or on the pommel. The weapon may be held with one hand during disarmament or grappling techniques. In a depiction of a duel, individuals may be seen wielding sharply pointed longswords in one hand, leaving the other hand open to manipulate the large dueling shield

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Fire and Steel longswords are 1045 High carbon steel blades with zinc alloy fittings. The item comes sharpened and comes with high quality wooden sheath. Part of our battle-ready line of swords.

Overall Length: 118.5 cm
Overall Length out of Sheath: 106 cm
Blade Length: 80 cm
Guard Width: 20.5 cm
Blade Width: 4 cm at widest tapering to 2 cm tapering to a point