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A halberd is a two-handed pole weapon that was widely used in the 14th and 15th centuries. It features an axe-shaped blade with a point on top, mounted on a long wooden shaft. The back of the axe typically has a hook or thorn, employed to catch opponents, especially mounted fighters.
The halberd was the primary weapon of the early Swiss armies in the 14th and early 15th centuries. Later, the Swiss added a spike to improve defence against knights and cavalry attacks.
During the 16th century, halberds became increasingly ornate. This halberd features engravings. By the late 16th century, these weapons were carried mainly by non-commissioned officers as a special addition to the pike block. Halberds continued to serve a ceremonial role in European armies into the 17th century. The halberd has a long point, permitting it to function as a pike as well. The claw-shaped hook on the back of the weapon has been designed to pull cavalrymen from their horses. The tassels on this halberd originally served to channel blood away from the shaft, ensuring a good grip even in the heat of battle. By the 16th century, they had also acquired a decorative function.
When ordering this halberd, it is dispatched in parts with a wooden shaft of approximately 198 cm (78 inches). The parts will need to be assembled by the customer. All components, including rivets, are included. All necessary pins to connect the parts, including the metal strips running along the shaft and the leather tassels, are supplied.
