Excalibur Sword – King Arthur Sword – 29" 1095 High Carbon Steel

Excalibur is more than a sword — it is the sword: the blade of King Arthur, given by the Lady of the Lake, symbol of rightful kingship, honor, and destiny. This 29-inch interpretation renders the legend in traditional working steel: full-tang 1095 high-carbon, sharpened along both edges, in compact proportions that display anywhere and handle with the smooth balance the legend demands. A fitted leather sheath is included.

The 1095 High Carbon Steel Blade

The blade is forged from 1095 high-carbon steel — 0.95% carbon, the highest-carbon steel commonly used in swords — fully heat-treated to take and hold its razor-sharp, double-edged grind. A strong central ridge runs the blade's long, tapering profile, stiffening it for the thrust the way medieval cutlers intended, and the full-tang construction carries the steel in one piece through the hilt.

Like all high-carbon steel, the blade is not stainless: wipe it clean after handling and keep it lightly oiled, and it will hold its polish and edge indefinitely.

A Hilt Worthy of a King

The crossguard is gold-embellished in a medieval heraldic design, the black-wrapped grip is built over a solid metal core, and the pommel carries ornate crest detailing — the regalia of rightful kingship, balanced for ceremony, re-enactment, or display. At 29 inches overall, this Excalibur sits comfortably on any wall, desk display, or shelf where its larger cousins won't fit — the legend, concentrated.

Want the legend at full scale, in patterned steel? See the 34" Excalibur in 300-layer Damascus. Explore more famous blades in our Legendary & Biblical swords collection, or create your own custom sword.

Sword Specifications

• Overall length: 29 inches
• Blade material: 1095 high-carbon steel (0.95% carbon)
• Edge: Sharpened, double-edged
• Blade profile: Long, tapering, with strong central ridge
• Construction: Full tang
• Guard: Gold-embellished heraldic crossguard
• Grip: Black-wrapped over solid metal core
• Pommel: Ornate crest detailing
• Included: Fitted leather sheath
• Primary classification: Excalibur / King Arthur sword (legendary interpretation)
• Design inspiration: The Excalibur of Arthurian legend — not a reproduction of a surviving original

Sword Care

Remove fingerprints and moisture from the blade after handling, and apply a thin coat of mineral oil or sword oil before storage. Keep the sword in a dry environment, and store the oiled blade outside the leather sheath long-term, as leather retains moisture against carbon steel. Avoid abrasive cleaners on the gold-toned fittings. Because the edge is sharpened, handle the sword with care and store it out of reach of children.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Excalibur a real sword?

No original exists — Excalibur belongs to legend, appearing in Arthurian tales from Geoffrey of Monmouth's 12th-century histories through Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur. That's precisely why every Excalibur is an interpretation, and why we built ours in real, sharpened, heat-treated 1095 steel rather than a costume-shop casting.

What does "Excalibur" mean?

The name descends from the Welsh Caledfwlch and the Latin Caliburnus, and is often interpreted as "cut steel" — a sword named for what it does. By legend, the blade shone so bright it dazzled Arthur's enemies.

Is Excalibur the sword in the stone?

In most tellings, no — they're two different swords. The sword in the stone proved Arthur's right to the throne; Excalibur came later, given by the Lady of the Lake after the first sword broke, and returned to her hand at Arthur's end. Some versions merge them, but the classic legend keeps them separate.

Why is this Excalibur 29 inches?

Compactness is the point of this version: at 29 inches it fits displays, offices, and shelves where a full-size sword can't go, while keeping the full hilt regalia and a genuine sharpened 1095 blade. If you want maximum presence instead, the 34" Damascus version is the same legend at greater scale.

Is this sword sharpened?

Yes — both edges ship sharpened, backed by a full heat treatment of the 1095 high-carbon steel. Handle it with the respect a sharpened blade deserves, and use the included sheath for storage and transport.

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