Bastard Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel - 29"

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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.

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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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Battling Blades is located at:

444 Lake Cook Road, Suite 26
Deerfield, IL 60015

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Delve into the rich tapestry of medieval and Renaissance armory with the European Bastard Sword. Characterized by its distinct cruciform hilt, single-handed grip, and unwavering double-edged blade, this weapon encapsulates the bravery and nobility of the warriors of old. Recognized as the "longsword" during its prime, this weapon stands 29" tall, bolstered by a 6" handle that offers perfect equilibrium for those skilled enough to wield it.

Craftsmanship and Composition

  • Blade: The embodiment of sturdiness meets finesse, the blade is wrought from the esteemed pattern welded Damascus steel. The use of high carbon 1095 steel, revered for its unparalleled hardness, ensures the blade's resilience. Subjected to a rigorous heat treatment followed by five dedicated folds, the blade emerges with a staggering 352 layers. Such a procedure ensures the blade retains a razor-sharp edge, whilst simultaneously offering the flexibility to absorb impactful blows. Proudly, the blade wears its Rockwell hardness rating of 55-56 HRC as a badge of honor.

  • Handle: This sword’s handle is carved from solid wood, offering a comfortable yet firm grip. It’s adorned with Damascus steel bolsters, adding to its majestic appearance.

  • Sheath: Crafted from the finest leather, the accompanying sheath guarantees protection for the blade and a convenient means of transportation.

Detailed Specifications

  • Handle: Wood with elegant Damascus Steel Bolsters
  • Length: A commanding 29"
  • Rockwell Hardness: 55-56 HRC
  • Layer Count: 352 distinct layers
  • Sheath: High-quality Leather
  • Blade Composition:
    • 6 fragments of Carbon Steel #43 and #40
    • 5 fragments of top-tier High Carbon Steel 1095
  • Layering Sequence:
    • 1st: 22 Layers
    • 2nd: 44 Layers
    • 3rd: 88 Layers
    • 4th: 176 Layers
    • 5th: 352 Layers

The European Bastard Sword stands as a beacon of the chivalry and martial prowess of the medieval and Renaissance periods. Whether added to a collector's cache or wielded in historical reenactments, this sword resonates with the echoes of historic battles and valiant knights.

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