How much did a Zweihander cost?

Two-handed Greatsword (Zweihander) Part No. OM-GS1 Price: $595.00	Two-handed Greatsword (Zweihander) Part No. OM-GS2 Price: $595.00
Two-handed Greatsword (Zweihander) Part No. OM-GS4 Price: $595.00	Two-handed Greatsword (Zweihander) Part No. OM-GS5 Price: $595.00

What were Flamberges used for?

The term flamberge was misapplied to refer to two-handed swords and was used later to refer to cup hilt rapiers with a straight blade. The flamberge’s undulating blade is no more effective at cutting than a straight one.

What were Zweihanders made of?

Zwiehanders were built like any other sword: lots of hammering on a steel bar until it’s roughly swordlike. Then it’s off to the grinding wheel to true up the shape, and finally the fittings are attached. How were zweihander swords made?

How much did a Zweihander weigh?

Zweihänder
Specifications
Mass	2–4 kilograms (4.4–8.8 pounds)
Length	up to 213 centimetres (84 inches)
Blade type	Double-edged, straight bladed

What were Greatswords used for?

These weapons were used primarily for fighting among pike-squares where they would hack paths through knocking aside poles, possibly even lobbing the ends off opposing halberds and pikes then slashing and stabbing among the ranks.

Who used Flamberges?

The flamberge sword was certainly used on the battlefield, but because of the size and weight of these two-handed swords, they were used almost exclusively by the largest soldiers, generally mercenary ‘Landsknechts.

Why is the Kris wavy?

In contrast to the older straight type, most kris today have a wavy blade which is supposed to increase the severity of wounds inflicted upon a victim.

How much does a greatsword cost?

Greatsword

Name	Cost	Damage
Greatsword	50 gp	2d6 slashing

How much is a true samurai sword?

An authentic Samurai sword, hand made in Japan (called a Shinken 真剣), can easily cost US$12,000 to $25,000 and up. Chinese made production level approximations are typically at least $1,000-$2,500 for something reasonably ‘traditional’.