keihäsmiekka
Keihäsmiekka, a Finnish term, translates to "spear-sword" and refers to a historical weapon that combined features of both a spear and a sword. It was characterized by a relatively short, broad blade, often with a pointed tip suitable for thrusting, attached to a pole or shaft of varying length. This design allowed the weapon to be used effectively in both close-quarters combat, much like a sword, and at a greater distance, similar to a spear.
The exact form and prevalence of keihäsmiekka varied across different time periods and regions. In some instances,