Bidspirit auction | Very Large 16th-17th C. German

Very Large 16th-17th C. German or Italian BASTARD Hand - Very Large 16th-17th C. German or Italian BASTARD Hand and a Half Sword. Of very substantial length and size, with strong steel hilt mounts having an 11” cross-guard engraved with foliage. Leather covered wood grip topped with a large crowned pommel. Mounted with a powerful sturdy double edged blade of diamond section. A serious piece of weapon, built for most efficient two-handed battle action.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) - 52”, Blade Length - 42 1/2”.