The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Medieval Swords
$279.00

Shipping Time

1) Order Processing Time: 1-3 Business Days

For handmade items, we will need 1-3 business days to complete the order. High performance swords, or complex design swords might require extra process time, which we will make clear on the product page.

* Custom Order may take 15-30 days, shipping time should be confirmed prior to order.

2) Shipping time: 5-12 Business Days (USA & Canada)

7-15 Business Days (Rest of the world)

Most orders were delivered within, or even earlier than the timeframe above. We used UPS express for most of our orders to provide a better shopping experience.

30 Days Hassle Free Return

If for some reasons you are not 100% happy with the purchase, or if the item is defective, you may request for return / refund / replacement within 30 calendar days after your tracking number has been marked as "delivered"

Received defective / wrong item

If the items is confirmed defect due to manufacturing problems / send by mistake, We will cover all expenses included product fee and shipping fees, otherwise, the buyer should be responsible for two shipping fees. We may charge you extra $30 as processing and custom clearance fee, and we are not responsible for the return shipping fee.

Cancel Order

If you need to cancel your order, please contact us within 24 hours of placing your order. If we processed and shipped your order within 24 hours and we are not able to cancel your order. If you contact us after it's been shipped, we are not able to recall the order. If we did not process your order, we are able to cancel it per your request.

Description

Sharpness: Sharp 

*The edge of this design is slightly less sharp compare with our katana

Lead Time:  Limited Inventory ready to ship

Blade length: 80.5 cm (31.69 inches)

Handle length (without pommel): 18 cm (7.09 inches)

Handle length (with pommel): 23 cm (9.06 inches)

Total length (unsheathed): 105.5 cm (41.54 inches)

Weight (unsheathed): 1546 g (3.41 lbs)

Point of Balance: 10.5 cm (4.13 inches) from guard

Blade thickness: tapers from 6 mm to 3.5 mm (0.24 in to 0.14 in)

Blade width: tapers from 4.8 cm to 3.7 cm (1.89 in to 1.46 in)

Blade cross-section: Triple fullers (three grooves)

Material: Spring steel

Construction: Peened tang 

Handle: ABS handle with real leather wrapping

Sheath: Solid pine wood, thick and non-deforming

Guard & Pommel: Stainless steel 

Designer: Grown Up Boy

Note: The sheath may bend slightly over time as the wood naturally deforms, but this will not affect its functionality.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 21 reviews.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

The sword looks great. The overall quality is good especially for the cost. I would buy it again even if I knew everything would be exactly the same. If I had to critique something, I would say that the cross guard could be a better fit and the sheath could be a tighter fit.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Purchase was easy, and shipping was fast. Definitely more on the two handed side of bastard swords, but still able to be wielded single handedly.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

This is the first sword I've ever owned, and it's beautiful and exceptionally well-crafted. I'm a proud owner of this sword, and I hope the Dragon Whisperer sword I ordered in June arrives soon.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Very pleased with this sword. The cross guard was just a tiny loose and makes some noise. Other than that it’s incredible.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Blade was not in line with the handle, pommel was slightly off, bladed with tilted fit in the guard. Blade itself was nicely made, very exact fullers. Pretty inferior to my Windlash and Warden overall.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

I am highly impressed with the fit and finish of The Vanguard Sword. It is an amazing product for the price. The balance of the sword makes it really easy to handle and weight is surprising.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Superb quality, excellent service, great shipping time, and very affordable price. 10/10. Will buy from again.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Sword arrived quickly. Rom put my licensing information on the box so it got through customs with ease. The way the blade sits in the cross guard isnt perfect but the sword feels amazing over all. Love it.

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

I LOVE THIS SWORD! I'm not some sort of sword expert so i don't have anything technical to say about it but i really like it. I'm gonna use my own belt though as the one that came with it is a bit small, i can wear it but i have to use the first notch. I will definitely be buying more from you guys in the future!

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

Once again I an impressed. Romance of men has done it again. Providing Quality swords at affordable prices! The Vanguard is a beautiful sword. A great rendition of the bastard sword . Tough, fairly sharp , good weight distribution and feels good in the hands .

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Hand and a half Sword

An excellent sword - completely satisfied with my purchase! No complaints! :)

Customer photo review of The Vanguard Arming Sword

Overall I rate this sword highly for its functional virtues. A few notes: I would not call this an ‘arming sword’ it is bigger than a one hand sword. Strictly speaking, this sword is a hand and a half or ‘bastard sword’. Also, my sword came with the pommel decoration detached. It was fixable using JB Weld epoxy. Otherwise, the sword is great. The blade is straight, sturdy and well finished. Edit: I see the store page title is now calling it a hand and a half sword.

Loved the look and feel of it.

Love this sword

Sword was very nice looking, straight grind lines. Very clean. Handle is good. For the price it is a VERY nice piece. I haven't cut with it yet so my opinion is still forming.

Great sword.

No issues… Cant wait for my next sword I ordered!

Exceeded expectations. Hard to believe at this price!

Haven’t had a chance to actually use it yet, but in terms of craftsmanship and aesthetics, easily a 5/5. Has a good balance and feel to it, arrived sharp and oiled, and has a scabbard and belt to accompany it. Will probably buy another sword from this company at some point in the future.

A very solid blunted trainer for the price. The scabbard is a great bonus, but I have already noted minor warping that has caused the blade to stick slightly when fully sheathed.

Great sword. I fight primarily with a longsword but this single handed with an off hand option works well.

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