Never has there been a sword so strongly identified with a people as the Claymore with the Scots. From the early years of the 17th Century until today, the basket-hilted Claymore has been the symbol of the warrior race of Scotland. We are proud to offer you the finest basket-hilt we have ever encountered. Based on the patterns of the 1730's, the brass basket is adorned with heart shaped cut-outs and expertly executed grooving. Hand-forged and hand-polished blade is double-edged and fullered, with a distal grind that provides superb balance. This functional sword is crafted by Windlass Steelcrafts; they are highly tempered and worthy of bearing to the Battles of Preston Pans or Culloden. Sword comes complete with scabbard. An important addition to any sword collection.