Standard bat'leH
The standard bat'leth is a result of the evolution
of the original sword of Kahless to a
form more condusive to combat in tight spaces ie.
onboard starships. Although swords
of this size will vary from warrior to warrior
due to the individual's size and fighting
style, the average dimensions are 39 inches from
primary blade tip to primary blade tip
and 15 to 16 inches from the spine of the sword
to the end of the main blades.
Reference: Numerous TNG and DS9 Episodes
STAR TREK:KLINGON CDROM
A custom version that is in the works by one of the many Forges
of the Guild.
"The betleH' will always have a place in Klingon
Rites and Ceremonies, but out in the fleet she is being phased out steadily
in favor of the meqleH. While the betleH' is a durable weapon, it
is a pain in the ass to sheath it, much less carry it in one hand and a
disruptor in the other."
-Quadrant Commander Hurgh DeS' sutai-Solazarn
This page was researched and assembled by Hurgh DeS' . My
Sources were the Star Trek Ominipedia, KIWG, The
Heart of Kri'stak Forge, and the Star Trek:Klingon CDROM.
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