German Hunting swords , thoughts and facts

[awdaniec666]

Very interesting information Akanthus!
I always wondered if there is any specific reason for hunting swords to have defensive elements (guards) on them with obviously more function than preventing a slipping of the hand towards the blade. Do you know something in this direction?

I also have a hunting sword or hanger in my collection which seems to be later (late 18th century ?). Feel free to comment on this because I´m unable to determine its age and origin!

[Akanthus]

Originally Posted by awdaniec666

Very interesting information Akanthus!
I always wondered if there is any specific reason for hunting swords to have defensive elements (guards) on them with obviously more function than preventing a slipping of the hand towards the blade. Do you know something in this direction?

I also have a hunting sword or hanger in my collection which seems to be later (late 18th century ?). Feel free to comment on this because I´m unable to determine its age and origin!

I think that the guard plate has primarily the function of a hand protection from blows
by the game but also from hostile blades during a fight.On the other hand it protects the tools in the scabbard from getting lost .
I would agree that your very nice weapon has to be dated to the second half of the 18.th century .I would say England or France, not Germany . Possibly it is used as a hanger and had a naval history.