CLOSED Basket Hilt Scottish Sword

[1sogdusm]

I have posted some long shots over the years but this one beats them all! Looking for an original or possibly a good reproduction basket that is American Revolution period or earlier. I have a sword blade that I want to re hilt so looking for those parts. I may also consider complete Scottish Basket hilt swords, original or high quality reproductions. Thanks for taking the time to look.

 

[user 48702]

Might not fit your needs, but Cold Steel makes a Scottish Broad Sword that is a fair representation. The blade is 1055 carbon steel and comes sharpened. From looking at other swords of theirs that I have, all the blades are hammer forged, and on some you can see waves in the blade if you look from tip to hilt. I have been more than satisfied in the ones that I have received. I have two of their USMC NCO Swords, one is a righthand and the other is a lefthand, with sharpened 1055 carbon steel blades. There was never an official lefthand issue version, but I'm a lefty so I bought one. To be honest, their quality is better than anything that the Corps has authorized for sale and use, and at one point in time, I was a Hillborne & Hamburger dealer. The other sword I have is one of their "Small Swords" which has an epee blade, and it is outstanding for the price that I paid. Note: Everyone of their swords that I've seen are made in India, but quality far exceeds the price.

Both Midway and Kult of Athena are out of stock, but you can get on their list as soon as they're back in stock. Here are some links to both sites of the Scottish Broad Sword, and Kult of Athena has very detailed photos.

Midway USA Cold Steel Scottish Broad Sword

Kult of Athena Cold Steel Broad Sword

 

[1sogdusm]

Thank you for the information. I’m afraid that after buying an original at 2lbs 1oz total weight I’m going to have a hard time finding a reproduction that I love! I do agree that Paul Chen and Cold Steel both offer a nice reproduction, just wish they could get the weight down. Thanks again for the information

 

[user 48702]

No problem, I'll more than likely be purchasing one in the near future. As member of the Royal Order of Scotland, I was just asked to join our Valley's Scottish Rite color guard. I've tried to master the pipes, but I've been told to give up the pipes and pick up a sword and guidon since I sound like I'm killing cats.

 

[chorizo]

I've been told to give up the pipes and pick up a sword and guidon since I sound like I'm killing cats.

My question is when doesn't it?

 

[1sogdusm]

I would say if it’s not in your DNA it would have to be an acquired taste!

 

[chorizo]

I would say if it’s not in your DNA it would have to be an acquired taste!

The Basque, of which I am 100%, have their version of bagpipes. Killing cats is the best way to describe it. Like hearing the call to prayers 5 times a day. An assault on the ears.

Inventing bagpipes. Click watch on youtube

 

[1sogdusm]

At least the Basque have good food!

 

[chorizo]

At least the Basque have good food!

Eat, Drink and be Basque

 

[DuncNZ]

I had a Cold Steel Scottish Broad sword , it was the double edged version , they also made a single edged version. I swapped it for my wheel lock , Good trade I'd say .

 

[chorizo]

https://castillearmory.com/product/basket-hilt-guards/
Here you go @1sogdusm

 

[Cvkotvkse]

Thank you for the information. I’m afraid that after buying an original at 2lbs 1oz total weight I’m going to have a hard time finding a reproduction that I love! I do agree that Paul Chen and Cold Steel both offer a nice reproduction, just wish they could get the weight down. Thanks again for the information

Remember: It's a true BROADSWORD, wiith a basket hilt attached. Meant for cleaving the targe of an enemy clansman, or beheading a Redcoat while running past him. Weight was part of the formula for success.

 

[1sogdusm]

Cvkotvkse, I agree. I expected this 17th century original to actually be heavier than it is. Obviously the balance/ counterbalance makes a huge difference but I’m still amazed at how nimble this sword feels. I feel sure heavier basket hilts were made in the period but looking over Neumann’s book, Swords and Blades of the American Revolution, many examples were similar in weight to this sword. Just the fact that these swords still exist for us to study goes to show how much the makes must have gotten right.

 

[chorizo]

Speed (velocity) of the cut and weight make for an effective weapon...but only if you can wield it until the end of combat....hopefully not your own premature end.

Hence the balance between heavy and useable. also some fellars are bigger and stronger than others.

 

[Cvkotvkse]

Cvkotvkse, I agree. I expected this 17th century original to actually be heavier than it is. Obviously the balance/ counterbalance makes a huge difference but I’m still amazed at how nimble this sword feels. I feel sure heavier basket hilts were made in the period but looking over Neumann’s book, Swords and Blades of the American Revolution, many examples were similar in weight to this sword. Just the fact that these swords still exist for us to study goes to show how much the makes must have gotten right.

Have you read the study done on Rob Roy 's sworđ? Will look for link and send it. Most of the privately purchased originals had baskets made from welded round stock.

 

[1sogdusm]

Have not read that, please forward if you find it. Thanks

 

[chorizo]

http://nfs.stvfiles.com/imagebase/181/master/181458-rob-roys-sword.jpg