The Highland Broadsword is characterized by two-edged cut and thrust sword with a complete nickel-plated steel basket guard. This 1831 pattern Sword is also referred to as the Highland Officer's Sword. The Highland Officer's Sword was initially instigated in the traditional weaponry of Highland Officers.
The two major exceptional characteristics of it's hilt are its lining and fringe. The lining is characterized by white buckskin enclosed on the outside with red superfine and its edges crossed with blue silk ribbon. On the other hand, the fringe is comprised of red silk embedded with red ribbon and ties around the pommel and drapes across the front of the basket.
This fabulous piece of work is available with a Sam Browne leather scabbard with plated steel mouthpiece or in a beautifully nickel-plated steel scabbard.
Regiments
- The Royal Regiment of Scotland
- The London Scottish
Specifications
- Blade length: 825 mm
- Blade width at hilt: 28 mm
NATO STOCK NO :
Highland Broadsword ; 8465-99973-6879
Brown Leather Scabbard : 8465-99-127-9994
Nickel-Plated Scabbard : 8465-99-973-6855