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A '''backsword''' is a single-edged [[sword]], typically single-handed. The could, but not always, be fitted with a [[basket hilt]] to protect the hand. |
A '''backsword''' is a single-edged [[sword]], typically single-handed. The could, but not always, be fitted with a [[basket hilt]] to protect the hand. |
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They were favoured by [[George Silver]], an [[England|English]] [[fencing |
They were favoured by [[George Silver]], an [[England|English]] [[fencing master]]. |
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[[category:weapons]] [[category:swords]][[Category:artefact (medieval)]] |
[[category:weapons]] [[category:swords]][[Category:artefact (medieval)]] |
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Revision as of 20:47, 7 September 2006
A backsword is a single-edged sword, typically single-handed. The could, but not always, be fitted with a basket hilt to protect the hand.
They were favoured by George Silver, an English fencing master.
