Best Scottish Basket Hilt Sword


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Best Scottish Basket Hilt Sword

by Chase Ard
(Walker, Louisiana, USA)

QUESTION: Would anyone recommend a particular Scottish Basket Hilt Sword above all others that fit into the $200.00-$400.00 range? I've been looking at Cold Steel's and it seems to be very nice. Of coarse, it must be a practical, battle ready sword.

Thanks,
Chase, Louisiana, USA

ANSWER: Hi Chase,

I'd tend to cast my vote for the Cold Steel Basket Hilt too. Never heard a bad word about this particular model - just be sure to shop around (Trueswords have the best prices I have found on these swords, and their customer service is outstanding).

Hope this helps.

- Paul

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Best Scottish Basket Hilt Sword

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Mar 30, 2010

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by: Matt

I have the Cold Steel Scottish Baskethilt and there are a few problems with it. Don't get me wrong it's a beautiful example of many different styles but it doesn't stay true to one particular style. My other complaints are first in the blade which is incredibly strong but also a bit too 'whippy' for my taste. The second is that despite rarely handling the sword and keeping it oiled it only took about six months for rust to start appearing on the throat of the scabbard.
I bought it because I wanted a unique Scottish Baskethilt and I fell in love with the bluing on the hilt and scabbard. I'm still quite happy with it but the rusting is very frustrating with all the care I give my swords. My suggestion is to give Hanwei a try. A friend of mine has the Baskethilt Backsword and wow, that thing is a complete beast. The spine of the blade adds for much more controllability and gives it a much more secure feeling during heavy cutting. Their broadsword I feel is also a bit nicer than the Cold Steel sword as well, but I think the etching on the blade looks a bit ridiculous.

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