Weapon Abilities - Basket Hilt*

A basket hilt is an elaborate guard piece that serves to protect the hand holding the sword against attacks. Basket hilts come in many forms, from a nearly solid curved shield of metal to an elaborate woven pattern. Regardless of its appearance, a basket hilt grants a +4 bonus on opposed attack rolls made to resist disarm attempts.
Restriction: May only be applied to swords.
Requirements: Craft Masterwork Weapon, Artisan Craftsman
Price: Additional Cost: +50 gp; +3 to Craft DC of masterwork component.
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