Viking Sword from the River Witham - circa 10th century A.D.

This historic Viking Sword is a great example of late 10th century historic swords. The original Viking Sword used for this design was dredged up from the river Witham and provided the inspiration for this masterpiece.

Best Value & Quality

Our Viking swords feature a hand forged, 5160 carbon steel blade that has been hand tempered. The strong tang is peened over top the pommel for added strength. The pommel and cross guard are also solid carbon steel with copper diamond inlays, then highly polished. The hardwood handle is wrapped in suede for a comfortable grip. These Viking swords are surprisingly light feeling and balanced. (Sword also includes a wood scabbard wrapped in leather with steel accents at throat and tip.)

Functional Swords / Battle Ready Swords

Made of high-carbon steel and quality craftsmanship, these Viking swords are of SCA-LARP quality.

Overall: 37 1/4 inches (sharp blade)
Handle/Hilt length: 6 3/4 inches
Blade length: 30 1/2 inches
Balance Point: 5.5 inches below hilt

Each battle ready sword blade is hand forged from 5160 or 10/60 carbon steel for strength and beautiful lines, and individually finished to endure tight fitting handles and a fabulous finish. (Look closely to see the hammer marks from hand forging.)

Sword Cleaning Instructions Regular use of sword cleaning kits to maintain high carbon steel swords helps prevent deterioration. (Initial cleaning of this sword is needed to remove protective coating.)

Manufacturers Note: Blades made of 3/16-inch tempered steel are designed to be slightly more ridged than thin spring steel blades (whippy blades) from other manufacturers. This is not a defect, but by design to allow for a difference in blade control during swordplay, etc. Never flex stress test 3/16-inch tempered steel blades beyond 5 or 6 inches. (All testing is a buyer liability.)