Viking Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel Sword- Antique Style- 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.

Customize Your Sword

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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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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Introducing our Viking Sword, a stunning homage to the legendary blades of the Early Middle Ages that once graced the hands of Scandinavian-based Viking warriors. Also known as the Viking Age sword or Carolingian sword, it carries the rich heritage of Western and Northern Europe.

Historical Significance:

The Viking sword, an evolution of the Merovingian sword, emerged in the 8th century and became the quintessential weapon of Viking warriors. Rooted in history, it traces its lineage back to the Roman Gladius sword. This single-handed sword is characterized by a keen edge and finely honed design, ideal for both slashing and thrusting maneuvers. Its legacy extended until the 12th century, where it gradually transitioned into the Norman swords, marking the early stages of the knightly sword.

Blade Mastery:

Crafted with precision, our Viking Sword is forged from the finest 1095 steel, renowned for its exceptional carbon content of 0.95%, one of the highest among sword-making materials. This steel's remarkable ability to maintain a sharp edge is matched only by its extraordinary hardness, typically registering at 56-58 HRC. However, 1095 steel can be rigid, making flexibility a crucial factor in sword construction. To address this, we employ the ancient technique of clay tempering. Thick layers of clay are meticulously applied to the blade, leaving only the edge exposed during quenching. This process ensures that the edge retains its sharpness, while the rest of the blade gains the necessary flexibility. The result is a sword that strikes the perfect balance between strength and sharpness, a testament to both its craftsmanship and heritage.

Sword Details:

  • Overall Length: 29"
  • Rockwell Hardness: 56-58 HRC
  • Sheath: Exquisite Leather Sheath
  • Blade Material: 1095 Steel

Embrace the spirit of the Viking age with our Viking Sword, a high-carbon Damascus steel masterpiece, exuding an antique charm in its 38" frame. Channel the strength and legacy of these ancient warriors with this exceptional piece of history and craftsmanship.

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