BambooMN Welded Steel Basket Hilt Handguard for SCA Swords - Ring Pattern A welded steel basket hilt style hand guard for rattan swords (guard only, no rattan) This style is slightly assymetric to provide more protection for right handed fighters, but can be used by lefties as well. Galvanized welded steel construction Top hole accepts rattan up to just a hair under 1 3/4". Bottom hole is sized 1 1/4" so rattan stave can be tapered and pounded in for a snug fit. Great for use in DIY projects such as for SCA reenactments