SW595 Scottish Highland officer Broadsword, "Pinch of Snuff"

Description

The “Pinch of Snuff” broadsword gained its unique nickname from the famous duel of 1822 between the Earl of Eglinton and Captain Thomas, where a disagreement over a pinch of snuff led to one of the last documented duels fought with swords.

This replica features an authentic basket hilt design, adorned with intricate scrollwork and pierced designs, as were the broadsword used by the scottish officers at the beginning of the 19th century. The blade is forged from high-quality, tempered carbon steel, ensuring both durability and an impressive historical appearance. The scabbard is made of leather, with white metal brackets.

Weight 1310g, length 98cm, blade length 84cm.

× These swords and sabers are high quality copies. Blades are made of forged and tempered steel. They might not be used for fencing, though.

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