Functional Swords
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Italian Cinquedea
Original price was: $292.39.$233.91Current price is: $233.91. Add to BagA popular Italian short sword during the Renaissance, the cinquedea name translates to Five Fingers, referencing the width of the blade near the guard. The Italian Cinquedea is made from expertly heat-treated high carbon steel.
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Warrior Wakizashi
Original price was: $458.89.$367.11Current price is: $367.11. Add to BagWearing a wakizashi and katana together was once the official mark of a samurai. Now you can enjoy the elegance of the traditional Japanese weapon alongside high performance innovation when you wield the Warrior Wakizashi.
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Warrior Katana
Original price was: $530.89.$424.71Current price is: $424.71. Add to BagMade of high performance steel, the Warrior Katana is a high quality weapon inspired and based on the iconic swords of ancient Japan. Heat treated and sharp, the handsome blade is perfect for training and perfecting cutting techniques.
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Warrior Chisa Katana
Original price was: $521.89.$417.51Current price is: $417.51. Add to BagThe Warrior Chisa Katana, made of heat treated, high performance carbon steel, is a weapon fit for Samurai. Ideal for perfecting cutting techniques, this katana is inspired by and styled like the iconic blades of ancient Japan.
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Butterfly Swords
Original price was: $436.39.$349.11Current price is: $349.11. Add to BagPrior to World War II, the Butterfly Sword was virtually unknown outside of southern China. This changed at the close of the 1940s, when the Communists took control of China, forcing many Kung Fu masters to flee the oppressive regime.
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Man at Arms Arming Sword
Original price was: $341.89.$273.51Current price is: $273.51. Add to BagInspired by the side arm of choice for many foot soldiers and journeyman warriors throughout history, the Man at Arms Arming Sword has a smaller and more agile design than many of the heavier swords on the medieval battlefield.
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Gold Lion Wakizashi
Original price was: $665.89.$532.71Current price is: $532.71. Add to BagMirroring the craftsmanship and materials of the Gold Lion Katana, our Gold Lion Wakizashi is an equally beautiful oriental blade. The functional wakizashi serves as an exquisite companion sword or stand-alone weapon in its own right.
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Gold Lion Katana
Original price was: $899.89.$719.91Current price is: $719.91. Add to BagA beautiful reproduction of the everyday sword of the samurai, the Gold Lion Katana comes in a significantly lighter design that makes it faster in the hand and more comfortable to wear all day when tucked into an Obi.
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Caledfwlch Sword
$350.00 Add to BagAccording to Arthurian legend, the sword Excalibur is lost forever, returned to the Lady of the Lake upon the death of the king. Unless, of course, another worthy of the weapon comes along. Test your mettle with the Caledfwlch Sword.
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The Ashdown Viking Sword
$350.00 Add to BagAlfred the Great, King of the Anglo-Saxons, fought many battles against the Vikings. The Ashdown Viking Sword is inspired by his greatest victory in the Battle of Edington. This medieval sword makes a wonderful reenactment weapon.
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Bastard Sword
$325.00 Add to BagBrought back by popular demand, the Bastard Sword is a Windlass Classic blade. This massive broad sword could have easily been used at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, cutting and slashing its way through the Tudor ranks.
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Acre Broadsword
$330.00 Add to BagThe Acre Broadsword has been hand-forged by expert smiths with decades of experience, ensuring that it will make a fantastic weapon for your home armory. The functional sword is crafted from tough 1065 high carbon steel.
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Maldon Viking Sword
$350.00 Add to BagVikings raided the coast of England looking for loot throughout the 8th and 9th centuries with a variety of unique weapons, including Norse blades like the Maldon Viking Sword, which makes an excellent addition to any collection.
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Agincourt War Sword
$330.00 Add to BagFans of medieval blade replicas are sure to appreciate the expert craftsmanship evident in the Agincourt War Sword. Forged by experienced master smiths, the striking functional sword is made from tough 1065 high carbon steel.
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Bosworth Long Sword
$382.50 Add to BagPerfect for re-enactors, collectors, or modern warriors, the Bosworth Long Sword serves as an excellent historical sword replica and battle ready blade. The medieval long sword looks stunning and feels great to use.
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Robert the Bruce Sword
$350.00 Add to BagThe Robert the Bruce Sword is hand forged from high carbon steel. The beautiful pommel emblazons the Cross of St. Andrew, while the hearty grip is wrapped in soft, black leather, held in place by a corded silver chain.
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Suontaka Viking Sword
$375.00 Add to BagFans of historical blades will not want to give this one a miss! The Suontaka Viking Sword makes a great collectible sword or functional weapon. The original Suontaka sword was found in a womans grave in Finland.
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Christus Imperat Rapier
$357.50 Add to BagWhy not wield a sword that is functional and has some impressive decorative style? Take the Christus Imperat Rapier onto the battlefield. The flamboyantly formed hilt is both beautiful and functional.
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Freedom Fighter Early Scottish Claymore
$382.50 Add to BagKnown throughout history, William Wallace became the most valiant freedom fighter Scotland has ever seen. The Freedom Fighter Early Scottish Claymore is a magnificent two-handed early Scottish sword appropriately named for its valor.
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Cobra Steel Wakizashi
$75.00 Add to BagThe quality of a Japanese blade is rarely called into question, as they are considered to be some of the finest blades in the world. The Cobra Steel Wakizashi takes that quality and cutting ability and turns it into a survival knife.
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17th Century Italian Rapier
$325.00 Add to BagA beautifully executed 17th Century rapier with a complex hilt and faceted pommel. The grip is hand wound with silver plated wire with woven wire rings, top and bottom. This type of sword was deadly effective as a dueling weapon.
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Nashville Plow Works Cavalry Saber
$200.00 Add to BagThis saber has a 1065 high carbon steel blade with full tang and is well tempered. The grip is black leather and twisted brass wire. An authentic replica of the highest caliber, this is a chance to own a piece of US military history.
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Heavy Cavalry Saber
$230.00 Add to BagThis fine saber has a 1065 high carbon steel blade with full tang and is well tempered. This historically accurate saber was known as the Wrist Breaker. The model 1840 Cavalry Saber has a three branch brass guard and wire wrapped grip.
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Texas Dragoon Saber
$240.00 Add to BagA few years after gaining independence from Mexico, the Republic of Texas contracted with Ames Manufacturing Company for 280 M1833 Dragoon sabers. The Texas Dragoon Saber is an authentic reproduction from Windlass Steelcrafts.
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United States Dragoons Saber
$240.00 Add to BagThe 1st and 2nd US Dragoon Regiments carried swords similar to the United States Dragoons Saber. A rare chance to own a unique piece of US wartime history, this is an authentic replica of the highest caliber from Windlass Steelcrafts.
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Munich Sword
$325.00 Add to BagThere are several of these swords in different private and public collections, one in the Wallace Collections and several at the Bavarian National Museum. A Munic Sword is a perfect example of German Military Cut-and-Thrust Swept Hilt.
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Model 1850 Army Foot Officer Sword
$200.00 Add to BagSwords much like the Pre-Civil War Era Foot Officer Sword were supplied to all U.S. Army infantry soldiers with the rank of Major and below from 1851 to 1865. This beautiful historical replica was crafted by Windlass Steelcrafts.
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Pirate Captains Hanger
$190.00 Add to BagNo pirate captain should be without their trusty blade, and that is where the Pirate Captains Hanger comes in handy. This beautiful blade is made of fully tempered high carbon steel, and its guard features an antique brass look.
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American Revolution Saber
$190.00 Add to BagThis well-balanced, fast sword was designed for the mounted fighter. A solid steel hilt with spiral carved hardwood grip is married to an effective 1085 high carbon, well tempered blade. It comes with a black scabbard with steel mounts.
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Viking Ulfberht Sword
$290.00 Add to BagThis Viking Ulfberht Sword is a stellar replica modeled from a sword shown in Ian Pierces book Swords of the Viking Age. An old legend has it that a Nordic smith named Ulfberht developed the first all steel blade.
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Classic Hoplite Sword
$225.00 Add to BagThe leaf shaped blade was quite popular throughout the ancient world. Our Hoplite Sword features a steel guard and pommel with a wooden grip covered with leather. The high carbon steel blade makes this sword ideal for re-enactments.
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Sticklestad Viking Sword
$325.00 Add to BagMade from high carbon steel, the Sticklestad Viking Sword is a beautifully balanced and highly effective weapon. Capable of both cutting and thrusting, the blade is also a delight to the eye. Copper decorates the pommel and guard.
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Confederate Cavalry Saber
$180.00 Add to BagAuthentic, hand made replica has flexible, ornate blade and leather grip wrapped with brass wire. Of all the Confederate swords and sabers, this was the one used most. The scabbard has brass furniture, ring mounts, and drag.
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Pompeii Gladius Roman Sword
$270.00 Add to BagThe Pompeii Gladius Roman Sword is based on the swords that once conquered most of the known world. This high carbon steel blade features a beautiful wooden handle and pommel and is modeled after actual historic artifacts.
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Patton Sword
$270.00 Add to BagDesigned by George Patton in the early 1900s, when he was still just a Lieutenant, this finely crafted sword was commonly attached to a troopers saddle. The tempered, high carbon steel blade was generally used as a thrusting weapon.
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Maintz Pattern Gladius
$270.00 Add to BagThe early Gladius (our version is the Maintz pattern) was wasp waisted with a long point that combined cutting power and stabbing ability in one handy weapon. This is the sword that helped the Romans conquer most of the known world.
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1840 Non Commissioned Sword
$170.00 Add to BagThe single edged blade has a single broad fuller running from the ricasso to near the point. The entire hilt is cast brass and the grip is ribbed. The pommel is global with a capstan. The grip is flanked by kidney-shaped hand guards.
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Naval Cutlass Sword
$230.00 Add to BagOur Naval Cutlass Sword is hand forged high carbon steel blade. The blade is British military steel and will flex over 20 degrees and return to true. The Naval Cutlass Sword comes with a scabbard and a frog to suspend it from your belt.
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1850 Union Staff and Field Sword
$200.00 Add to BagThis fine reproduction saber is a faithful copy of ones used. The hand forged blade is British military spec steel that will flex over 20 inches and return to true. The leather handle is wire wrapped for an authentic look and feel.
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Confederate Staff and Field Officer Sword
$200.00 Add to BagThis is an authentic, hand made replica that is hand forged and fully tempered of 1095 high carbon steel. It is coupled with original handle and sheath materials to ensure it performs exactly as the originals did.
Every battle ready sword available on Buying a Sword can be found here in the Functional Swords category. These combat weapons are crafted to be able to withstand the rigors of use, designed by renowned manufacturers like Tinker Pearce, Windlass, CAS Iberia, and Hanwei. Made from high carbon steel, many of these re-enactment swords are designed for historical accuracy, ensuring that they work equally well as collectibles and display weapons. These functional blades come in a range of styles inspired by various Cultures and Eras, including Scottish and Celtic, Roman, Greek, Viking, Medieval, Renaissance, Pirate, Civil War, Oriental, and others. Browse for a few moments, and you will see claymores, rapiers, broadswords, bastard swords, scimitars, sabers, cutlasses, shashkas, katana, hand and a half swords, and many, many more options to suit your needs.