Swiss halberd 1
Halberds such as this late 16th century Swiss example are
two-handed polearm weapons that came into prominent use
between the 14th and 16th centuries. Halberds consist of an axe
blade topped with a long spike and pointed beak at the rear of the
blade. Its versatility in battle made it a popular
choice for arming infantrymen on the field: it has a concave blade
for cutting, spike for thrusting and a beak to be used
for grappling with calvalry.
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RI_DC_0000223
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Dimensions :
Full length: 220cm; Head: 75cm
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East Ayrshire Council