Bastard Sword

New and improved!

• Well balanced functional two-handed sword
• Antiqued Finish
• Leather grip
• Item: SM22501

Overall: 50 1/8"
Blade Length: 38 3/4"
Weight: 2lb 9oz
Point of Balance: 5.5"
Point of Harmonics: 25"
Width at Guard: 1.94"
Width at Tip: .95"
Thickness at Guard: .22"
Thickness at Tip: .16"
Blade Steel: 1566

The ever-popular Bastard Sword returns with all the features that made it a great sword but with some improvements. Keeping with our promise for upgrades and advancement, the crisp and clean new look of the guard and pommel comes from the retooling of this classic design that will remind you of the early originals.

The term Bastard undoubtedly comes from the fact that the sword, because of its design, has no legitimate claim to being classified as either a uniquely single-handed or two-handed weapon.  The Bastard sword was a weapon developed for the use of the foot soldier and had became quite common by the early 1500’s. The Bastard Sword is finished in an antique patina, making for an outstandingly authentic appearance. Its peened pommel and leather grip add to the authentic construction details that collectors of this style and genre desire. The scabbard features a matching patinated steel chape and tip.

This live blade (sharp) version was introduced in the mid-2000s into our medieval European sword selection. Due to its popularity, the original Bastard Sword spawned other versions. HEMA practitioners and reenactors will love the Practical Bastard Sword with its rounded tip and blunt edges.

Produced formerly at the legendary Hanwei forge that closed in 2024, the famed artisans of Dalian at the Dragon King forge take the mantle of this legendary brand. Former protégé of Paul Chen and original engineer of the manufacturing of the Hanwei brand, Frenchie Jin knows these swords better than anyone else as he was a part or their conception at the original Hanwei Metal Factory. 

Item # SM22501

Please note: The current photos are of the original product, which shouldn’t be that different from the new and improved version. We will update the pictures when the product arrives in the first shipment.  Also, the product specifications are of the original, which will be updated if needed.