Where to get hold of a sword? (4)

I believe the answer is:
hilt
(Other definitions for hilt that I've seen before include "Sword/dagger handle" , "Handle of bladed weapon" , "Handle of a sword or dagger" , "One may back up to this" .)
I believe the answer is:
hilt
(Other definitions for hilt that I've seen before include "Sword/dagger handle" , "Handle of bladed weapon" , "Handle of a sword or dagger" , "One may back up to this" .)