The Zweihänder (German pronunciation: [t͡svaɪhɛndɐ] ⓘ, literally "two-hander"), also Doppelhänder ("double-hander"), Beidhänder ("both-hander"), [1] Bihänder, or Bidenhänder, is a large two-handed sword that was used primarily during the 16th century.

2023年8月1日 · The Largest swords historically were two-handed greatswords, notably the Scottish Claymore and the German Zweihänder. These colossal weapons wielded primarily in the late medieval and Renaissance eras, boasted blades exceeding 5 feet in length.

The term two-handed sword may refer to any large sword designed to be used primarily with two hands: the European longsword, popular in the Late Middle Ages and Renaissance. the Scottish late medieval claymore (not to be confused with the basket-hilted claymore of the 18th century)

2024年2月24日 · Zweihanders are large German two handed swords with specific features such as the ricasso and parrying hooks. Historical zweihanders are not as heavy as they look, but still weigh much more than most swords.

2024年10月17日 · Greatswords, or large two-handed swords, have captured the imagination of historians, collectors, and fantasy enthusiasts for centuries. Known for their size, power, and versatility on the battlefield, these swords played a significant role in medieval warfare.

2024年2月24日 · The Zweihänder is a large two-handed sword that was used mainly in the 16th century. Recognized for its massive long blade with parrying hooks, the zweihänder was the hallmark weapon of the German Landsknechts. This article delves into the history and origin of these hefty swords.

2024年10月19日 · One-handed swords like the longsword typically measure between 35 and 45 inches, but the larger Zweihander swords surpassed those measurements. The size of the Zweihander made it one of the most formidable weapons. especially in medieval combat where such large swords were customary.

2024年9月26日 · The spadone is a type of two-handed sword that originated in Italy during the Renaissance. It is also known as the zweihander in Germany, the greatsword in England, the claymore in Scotland, and the montante in Spain and Portugal.

2024年6月5日 · Emerging during the sixteenth century, the zweihander sword – translated as ‘two-hander’ and also known as the Doppelhänder or ‘double-hander’ – was a remarkable weapon designed to deliver crushing, sweeping strikes against even the most resolute enemy.

This massive two-handed sword became famous as the signature armament of German Landsknecht mercenaries. With its long blade and unique parrying hooks, the Zweihänder was designed for maximum impact on the battlefield.