Greek Xiphos Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel- 24" Battle Ready

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About Battling Blades

Battling Blades is a family-owned business based in Deerfield, Illinois. We design, sell and customize swords, knives, axes, armor and related historical, fantasy and collectible products.

Our catalog includes longswords, katanas, Viking swords, gladius swords, rapiers, cutlasses, scimitars, axes, knives, armor, shields and custom-made products.

What We Do

Battling Blades focuses on historically inspired, fantasy-inspired and custom collectible blades.

Customers can shop finished products from our catalog or create custom swords, knives, axes and spears through our Create Your Own product line.

Our custom options allow customers to choose materials, dimensions, construction features, engraving, artwork, scabbards and other design details. For more specialized designs, customers can submit reference images, drawings or written descriptions.

Custom Swords and Personalized Products

One of our main specialties is custom sword design.

Customers can use our custom sword builder to choose a sword style, blade steel, length, handle design, guard, pommel, scabbard, engraving and personalization options.

Available custom sword options may include:

  • Longswords
  • Viking swords
  • Katanas
  • Gladius swords
  • Rapiers
  • Greatswords
  • Cutlasses
  • Scimitars
  • Fantasy swords
  • Ceremonial swords
  • Original custom designs

Customers may also upload a picture, drawing or written description when the listed selections do not match the sword they want.

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Materials and Construction

Our products use a range of materials depending on the item and configuration, including high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, stainless steel, wood, leather, bone, micarta and metal fittings.

Product pages include available specifications such as blade material, length, hardness, handle material, construction details, scabbard type and personalization options.

Many custom swords can be configured with 1095 high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, full-tang construction, sharpening, blade engraving and custom scabbards.

Engraving and Custom Artwork

Battling Blades offers personalization options on many products, including blade engraving, scabbard engraving, names, initials, dates, logos, symbols, custom artwork and UV printing where available.

Personalized and made-to-order items are produced according to the selected options and submitted customer details.

Customer Service

Our customer-service team responds to messages within one business day, Monday through Friday.

If a question requires input from a manufacturing or shipping partner, we will explain the next step and provide a realistic timeline.

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Visit or Contact Battling Blades

Battling Blades is located at:

444 Lake Cook Road, Suite 26
Deerfield, IL 60015

For product questions, order support, custom-order help or engraving questions, contact us at:

support@battlingblades.com

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Xiphos Sword: A Glimpse into Ancient Warfare

The Greek Xiphos sword, an emblem of the Iron Age, is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of ancient Greek warriors. This one-handed, double-edged sword, typically measuring between 20 and 25 inches in length, was a pivotal weapon in close combat, wielded with precision and strength after the spear was cast aside. Its distinctive leaf-shaped blade, capable of both slashing and thrusting, showcases a design that has permeated the evolution of swords since their inception. The Xiphos stands out not only for its historical significance but also for its rarity, with very few original specimens surviving to the present day. Its design, echoing through the ages, was not confined to Greece alone but was a common sight across Europe in the late Bronze Age.

Exquisite Blade Craftsmanship

Crafted from the revered Pattern Welded Damascus Steel, the Xiphos sword is a marvel of metallurgical artistry. This steel, known for its formidable combination of toughness and flexibility, is created from eleven pieces of steel folded over five times to produce 352 distinct layers. Such meticulous craftsmanship results in a blade with a Rockwell hardness rating of 55 to 56 HRC, balancing razor-sharp edge retention with remarkable resilience against impact. The core of this magnificent blade is forged from 1095 steel, the pinnacle of high carbon materials, renowned for its strength and durability. The layered construction not only imbues the sword with unmatched strength but also with a striking pattern that is as beautiful as it is deadly.

Elegant Design and Durability

The Xiphos sword is as much a piece of art as it is a weapon of war. Its handle, crafted from finely stained wood, promises both comfort and a secure grip. Complementing the blade is a sheath made from premium leather, ensuring that the sword is protected and ready for display or use. With an overall length of 24 inches and a Rockwell Hardness of 56-58 HRC, the sword strikes the perfect balance between usability and historical authenticity.

  • Handle Material: Elegantly stained wood
  • Overall Length: 24 inches, embodying the classic Xiphos design
  • Rockwell Hardness: A testament to its durability, rated at 56-58 HRC
  • Sheath: High-quality leather for protection and ease of carry
  • Blade Material: High Carbon Damascus Steel, for unmatched beauty and performance

Embrace the Legacy

The Greek Xiphos Sword, with its high carbon Damascus steel blade, is not just a weapon, but a piece of history. Battle-ready yet exquisitely crafted, it invites you to wield a piece of ancient Greek valor and craftsmanship.

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