Original European 17th Century Partisan Polearm

Original Item: Only One Available. A partisan (also partizan) is a type of polearm that was used in Europe in the 16th, 17th, and 18th century. It consisted of a spearhead mounted on a long shaft, usually wooden, with protrusions on the sides which aided in parrying sword thrusts. Like the halberd, it quickly became obsolete with the arrival of practical firearms, although it stayed in use for many years as a ceremonial weapon. In profile, the head of a partisan may look similar to that of a ranseur, spontoon, ox tongue, or septum; however, unlike a ranseur, the lower parts of the head have a sharpened edge. This lovely example is almost 100 percent original but the retaining screws holding the head onto the shaft are clearly much later additions due to the originals degrading from time. The total length is 74” with a 24” total length for the steel head. The condition is excellent and would make for an incredible display piece! PolearmA polearm or pole weapon is a close combat weapon i