The Zweihänder (German pronunciation: [t͡svaɪhɛndɐ] ⓘ, literally "two-hander"), also Doppelhänder ("double-hander"), Beidhänder ("both-hander"), [1] Bihänder, or Bidenhänder, is …

Sword collector and author Dr. Lee Jones possesses a very fine specimen of a 16th century German two-handed great sword, that this author had the privilege of exercising outdoors with, …

2024年9月7日 · Here are some of the most famous greatswords in history: 1. Zweihander (German) The 16th-century two-handed sword of the State Guard of Julius of Brunswick …

2024年2月24日 · The Zweihänder is a large two-handed sword that was used mainly in the 16th century. Recognized for its massive long blade with parrying hooks, the zweihänder was the …

The two-handed sword, also known as a greatsword or Zweihänder in German, was a formidable medieval weapon that emerged in Europe during the late Middle Ages, primarily during the …

Typical of German swords in use around the 15th century , the DSA Two Handed Gothic Sword is typical of the type of, a large acutely pointed hand and a half sword designed thrusting through …

"The two-handed sword was a specialized and effective infantry weapon, and was recognized as such in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Although large, measuring 60-70 in/150-175 cm …

The Zweihander — A menacing long sword that was wielded by several Swiss and German mercenaries, the Zweihander (A.K.A the Doppelhander 'double-hander' or Bihander 'two …

2024年8月14日 · German two-handed sword belonging to the bodyguard of Duke Julius of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel – Credits: Philadelphia Museum of Art. The zweihander is a true two …

This massive two-handed sword became famous as the signature armament of German Landsknecht mercenaries. With its long blade and unique parrying hooks, the Zweihänder was …