German Executioner's sword Early 17TH century ?

[Roland_M]

Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

I think the most intriguing dilemma has been with regard to the three holes in the tips of the blades.

It was forbidden, to use an executioner's sword in a honest combat, because it was an impure/dishonest weapon.

The three holes are there to prevent a sharpening of the useless point.

This executioner's sword is real and had been fullfilled its purpose.


Roland