Kingston Arms – Bastard Sword with Antiqued Finish – 2026
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$339.99
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- Overall Length
- 50 5/8"
- Weight
- 3 lbs 13 oz
- Brand
- Kingston Arms
- Era
- Renaissance
Overview
Kingston Arms - Bastard Sword with Antiqued Finish - 2026
New and Improved!
Kingston Arms has reissued the classic Hanwei Bastard Sword with all the features that made it a great sword but took the opportunity to bring key improvements. Keeping with their promise for upgrades and advancement, the crisp and clean new look of the guard and pommel comes from the retooling of this classic design that will remind you of the early originals.
The Kingston Arms Bastard Sword is a battle-ready, hand-and-a-half medieval sword forged from resilient 1566 high carbon steel, boasting a 38.75-inch blade and a total weight of 3 lbs 15 oz for agile, versatile handling. Crafted with an antique patina finish and a peened pommel, it closely replicates the appearance of a historical original.
Now produced at the Dragon King Forge by Hanwei’s original artisans under the guidance of Frenchie Jin, this sword features a retooled steel guard and pommel full of sharp detail which is paired with a lacquered wood scabbard fitted with matching patinated steel chape and throat. The full-tang blade, tapering from a 1.94-inch guard base to a 0.95-inch tip, is forged from 1566 steel known for its spring-like resilience and edge retention, secured by a peened pommel to eliminate weak points—making it lighter and more responsive than swords. A leather-wrapped grip ensures a firm, sweat-resistant hold. With a well-balanced 5.5-inch point of balance, this sharp blade excels in cutting and thrusting drills and is perfect for test cutting on tatami or synthetic targets.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Kingston Arms
- Era
- Renaissance
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 50 5/8"
- Blade Length
- 39"
- Weight
- 3 lbs 13 oz
- Edge
- Moderately Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5 5/16"
- Thickness
- 5.8 mm - 3.7 mm
- Width
- 49 mm
- Grip Length
- 9 1/2"
- Country of Origin
- China
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What type of steel is the blade? Common Question
1566 high carbon steel.
Q Is the pommel construction peened or threaded? Common Question
Peened pommel.
Q How sharp is the edge out of the box? Common Question
Moderately sharp from the manufacturer.
Q What are the overall and blade lengths? Common Question
Overall length is 50 5/8 inches; blade length is 39 inches.
Q What is the weight and point of balance? Common Question
Approximately 3 lbs 13 oz with a point of balance around 5 5/16 inches from the guard.
Q Does it include a scabbard? Common Question
Yes, a lacquered wood scabbard with patinated steel throat and chape.
Q Is this suitable for cutting practice? Common Question
Yes; the sharpened 1566 steel blade and peened construction are intended for test cutting on appropriate targets (e.g., tatami or synthetic).
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
China (produced at Dragon King Forge).
Q What is the grip material? Common Question
Leather-wrapped grip.
Q How should I care for the blade finish? Common Question
Keep the blade clean and lightly oiled after handling; wipe dry before sheathing to preserve the antiqued patina and prevent corrosion.
The Maker
Kingston Arms
Travel back in time with Kingston Arm’s expertly crafted authentic and functional swords. They’ve perfected their designs with pristine attention to detail, available at an affordable price point. Crafted in collaboration with Angus Trim, these European swords are innovative, strong and stand the test of time.
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First time purchasing here, cleaner finish than expected and sharp from factory. Won’t be the last item I order from here, and likely won’t be the last Kingston Arms item either.