SchiavonaThe Schiavona is a complex hilted cut and thrust sword used by Italian mercenaries. In the age where rapiers were the standard for personal defence and duels, this was an equally elegant weapon, but far better suited to warfare. Unlike a Scottish Basket, the Schiavona's basket is built in a way to allow you to hold it completely en pointe. It also has a thumb ring, assisting with false edge and quick redirection of cuts, and the handle shape allows

They also typically were single edged and incorporated a nagle

when well balanced

which is what most people think of

as a backup to use in the event of loss/breakage of the lance

The Ornate option has a fishtail pommel

sharpened on the edges

and the handle shape allows the user to wield it effectively with many different grips and techniques

Great for duelling

This size measure is commonly referred to in manuals from Tyrol and Swiss and German mercenaries in the 15thC

they are extremely fun and fast swords to fight with

beginning mostly straight at the handle and becoming progressively more curved

- Weight: 136g / 4