15th century armed sword

15th century armed sword

Also known as the Knight Sword, it was a cross shaped sword used with one hand during the Middle Ages. This type of sword is straight edged and double-edged, with a handle designed for one handed use and a blade length of approximately 70 to 80 centimeters. Widely used between approximately 1000 and 1350 and often depicted in contemporary art works. In the 14th and 15th centuries, with the development of plate armor, the long sword emerged. The long sword is longer and heavier than the armed sword, designed for use with both hands to tackle more advanced armor challenges, and its longer attack range is also more suitable for infantry combat.