CAS Hanwei Lowlander Two-Handed Great Sword – 16th Century Scottish Slaughter-Sword

Description:

Before the age of gunpowder, there was the age of steel—and at its peak stood the Scottish Lowlander, a sword so immense it was known in the 16th century as a "Slaughter-Sword". This is not a wall-hanger. This is a functional, battle-ready recreation of a museum-original piece, forged by the legendary bladesmiths at CAS Hanwei under the direction of Paul Chen. At nearly six feet in length, the Lowlander was the weapon of choice for Scottish mercenaries who carved their names into history with untamed ferocity. Its design—with long, gracefully curving quillons, acorn finials, and ring guards filled with quatrefoils—is distinctly Scottish, echoing the heritage of a people who refused to bow. The leather-wrapped grip, bound with an overlaid decorative binding, offers a secure hold on a blade that was built to devastate. The blade is forged from high-carbon 1566 steel and is sharp and ready. It is full-tang construction, meaning this sword is built to be used, not just admired—a point of pride for collectors who remember the early production runs with weaker tangs. This example is in great condition, with the full tang and blade assembly as solid as the day it was forged. Discontinued and increasingly hard to find, this Lowlander represents a disappearing opportunity to own one of the most imposing and historically significant functional swords ever produced. It includes a wall mount for display, but its true place is in the hands of a collector or re-enactor who respects the weight of history.

 

Specifications:

Massive 1566 High-Carbon Steel Blade: Measures 48 inches in length, fully sharpened and ready for use. The full-tang construction ensures durability and confidence in its performance.

Authentic Scottish Lowlander Hilt: Features long, curved quillons with acorn finials and ring guards filled with quatrefoils, a design taken directly from a 16th-century museum piece.

Leather-Wrapped Grip: The wood core is wrapped in quality leather with an overlaid decorative binding, providing a secure and historically accurate grip.

Monumental Size & Balance: Overall length of 69 inches with a blade of 48 inches. Weighing approximately 6 lbs, the sword is balanced with a point of balance at 9 inches from the guard.

Condition & Rarity: In great condition with only very minor surface rust on the blade (easily managed with proper care). This model has been discontinued by the manufacturer, making this an increasingly rare find