Great Sword by Kingston Arms

If you're looking for a real sword that lives up to the legacy of historical great swords, the Great Sword by Kingston Arms is your answer. Designed by CAS founder Barry Ross, this two-handed masterpiece blends period authenticity with modern functionality. At 56 1/4" long and weighing in at 5 lbs, it's built to deliver sweeping cuts and deadly thrusts while remaining impressively balanced for its size. The flattened ricasso, fitted with 1 5/8" parrying hooks, offers extra hand control for close-quarters combat, while the 14 1/4" blade fuller reduces overall weight without sacrificing strength. This sword is made for warriors — reenactors, collectors, or anyone ready to feel the power of the past in their grip.

The great sword, often known as the "zweihänder" or "montante," was a powerful battlefield weapon during the late Medieval and Renaissance periods. Wielded with both hands, these swords were used to disrupt pike formations and create space during melee combat. Parrying hooks and extended ricassos were developed to give fighters more control and hand protection when gripping closer to the blade in tight quarters. The Kingston Arms version pays homage to these giants of war with faithful design and durable construction.

Features:

• Historically inspired two-handed great sword
• 39 1/2" blade made from tough 1566 steel
• Double-grooved 5 1/2" ricasso with 1 5/8" parrying hooks
• 14 1/4" fuller for weight reduction and style
• Stainless steel guard and pommel with matte finish
• 12 3/4" leather-wrapped grip for secure handling
• Perfectly balanced with a 3" point of balance from the guard
• Ships disassembled to reduce shipping cost – simple assembly required

Specifications:

The Kingston Arms Great Sword is more than a collector's piece – it's a battlefield tool worthy of any warrior of old. Designed for function, balance, and historical accuracy, this sword is ideal for serious sword enthusiasts, historical reenactors, or anyone who wants to wield the might of the Middle Ages. Whether on the wall or in your hands, it's a blade that commands respect.