Why Didn't All Medieval Swords Have Two-Handed Or Long Grips?

Name: Why Didn't All Medieval Swords Have Two-Handed Or Long Grips?
Uploaded: 2024-06-25T07:38:46.372Z
Duration: 10 min 12 s
Channel: Ancient Edge 1
Description: There are plenty of reasons why a longer grip is beneficial, including the ability to use the sword in two-handed or one, or even for balance and hooking techniques. So why didn't most medieval swords have longer grips? Why did most have short grips.

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There are plenty of reasons why a longer grip is beneficial, including the ability to use the sword in two-handed or one, or even for balance and hooking techniques. So why didn't most medieval swords have longer grips? Why did most have short grips.