Windlass Steelcrafts
The Knight Shop is a distributor for Windlass Steelcrafts and the premier retailer of Windlass Swords for sale in the UK. Windlass Swords (Windlass Steelcrafts), are based in India and are one of the oldest sword manufacturers still in production. They were established in 1943 to supply kukris to the British Army. Over the decades they have expanded to become one of the largest suppliers of military swords in the world. They are also well known for making high quality licensed replicas of swords, armour and historical clothing seen in Hollywood movies.
Their swords are forged from high quality, high carbon steel and tempered with the most advanced heat treating process available. They are flexible, well balanced and lightweight making them ideal for practicing historical swordplay techniques. Windlass Swords are durable and are either of threaded or peened construction with the tang forged as part of the blade. They are blunt and have a 1mm edge although sharpening service is available on these swords.
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Suontaka Viking Sword
Our stunning version of the Suontaka Viking Sword features a highly detailed knotwork pommel, guard, grip band and inserts. All have been lavishly plated in rich copper.
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The tough 1065 high carbon steel blade has a full tang and is fully tempered, then peened over the pommel. The sword comes complete with a rich leather scabbard and matching copper fittings and sports a baldric for wearing this powerful piece.
Total Length: 94cm
Blade Length: 78cm
Blade Width: 4.5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Weight: 1389g
Material: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather Scabbard with Copper Fittings & Baldric
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £230.83 Incl. Tax: £277.00 -
Russian Shasqua Cossack Sabre
Known first as a Cossack weapon that was used on horseback, the sword type was made the official officer’s sword of the Soviet Union. Brass pommel is marked with star, sickle and hammer. Grip is hand carved hardwood. Tempered high carbon blade. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts.
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Total Length: 96cm
Blade Length: 82.5cm
Weight: 1026g
Edge: Blunt - Sharpenable
Point of Balance: 17cm
Thickness at Base: 0.6cm
Width at Base: 3cm
Grip Length: 10cm
Pommel: Nut
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £119.17 Incl. Tax: £143.00 -
Sword Hilted Dagger
Large daggers were carried by knights and men-at-arms. While they were used for camp chores, they were mainly used on the battlefield where they were often the last line of defence.
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This classic form has a steel wheel pommel and down curving guard. The grip is wood covered in leather and the wide, strongly pointed blade is from tempered high carbon steel. Includes matching scabbard.
Overall Length: 45cm
Blade Length: 30.5cm
Blade Width: 4.5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Weight: 567g
Material: 1055 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt can be sharpened
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £67.50 Incl. Tax: £81.00 -
Sword of Robin Hood
Our original Robin Hood sword is the licensed replica from "Robin Hood," the Universal Pictures movie directed by Ridley Scott. Made of hand forged carbon steel, this licensed Robin Hood sword is just like the sword in the movie – down to the smallest detail.
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The unusual hilt is a very special eye-catcher. The hardwood grip is set with decorative turquoise cabochons and the steel has been treated to look old. The inscription made famous in the movie is engraved on the steel surfaces at the sides: "Rise and rise again" or "Until lambs become lions." The octagonal pommel is riveted and decorated with the cross pattée favoured by crusaders. Our original Robin Hood sword includes a decorative shield with the Loxley family coat of arms that you can hang on the wall and use to display the sword.
Total Length: 101.5cm
Blade Length: 84cm
Grip Length: 11.5cm
Weight: 1.45kg
Blade Thickness (base): 4.0mm
Blade Thickness (CoP): 4.6mm
Blade Width (base): 5.1cm
Blade Width (CoP): 3.6cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 13cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 21cm
Oakeshott type: XI
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: None
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £185.83 Incl. Tax: £223.00 -
Medieval Bastard Sword
Brought back by popular demand, we are pleased to offer this Windlass Classic bastard sword. 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. As large as this sword is, it is still amazingly light and well balanced.
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The wide blade is forged of high carbon steel, while the pommel and cross guard have been antiqued with a darkened, aged finish. The large 7" handle is wrapped in soft black leather with a steel separator ring and can easily accommodate two hands. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts.
Total Length: 113cm
Blade Length: 88.5cm
Blade Width: 5.3cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Weight: 1640g
Grip Length: 16.5cm
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather & Steel
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £193.33 Incl. Tax: £232.00 -
Confederate Cavalry Officer Sword
This is an authentic, hand made replica that is hand forged and fully tempered of 1095 high carbon steel. Original handle and sheath materials ensure it performs exactly as the originals did. It features a flexible, ornate blade and leather grip wrapped with brass wire.
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This saber is just like the old one carried by General Jo Shelby, the Missouri cavalry raider who never surrendered his command. This fine sword has C.S.A. crisply acid etched on the hand-forged blade. C.S. is cast into the guard with excellent detail. The scabbard is blued steel, with brass throats, mounts, rings, and drag.
Total Length: 97cm
Blade Length: 81cm
Weight: 879kg
Blade Thickness (base): 3.9mm
Blade Width (base): 2.9cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 12cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Unsharpened
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £119.17 Incl. Tax: £143.00 -
The Sword Excalibur
No other sword in the annals of literature has been more renowned than the legendary Excalibur. This magical blade sealed young Arthur Pendragon’s lineage to the throne of England. This version is designed from the stories of Camelot, from the time of author Sir Thomas Malory.
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The blade is high-carbon steel, made by the master smiths of Windlass Steelcrafts. The metal fittings have an antique finish and emulate the flowers of a new spring. The two-handed grip, as well as the wooden scabbard, has been covered in rich, soft blue leather. The scabbard also is adorned with antique flower-like metal fittings.
Total Length: 109cm
Blade Length: 82.5cm
Grip Length: 18cm
Blade Width: 6cm
Weight: 1474g
Material: High Carbon Steel
Scabbard: Wood, Leather & Metal
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £223.33 Incl. Tax: £268.00 -
Sword of the Viking King
The Vikings exploded out of the north to raid and settle most of the known world. They also warred among themselves and it was not unusual for kings to lead and engage in combat themselves. This sword and its intricate scabbard are fit for one of those brave Nordic kings. Each steel part is handmade and incredibly detailed, especially on the leather embossed scabbard, then richly plated in real silver.
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The light, wide fullered Viking style blade is 1095 high carbon, well tempered steel. The scabbard is wood covered in rich harness grade leather with embossing and covered in faux reindeer fur. The beautiful metal parts are applied to the scabbard and the included baldric. Altogether making this entire piece fit for a king.
Total Length: 97cm
Blade Length: 79cm
Grip Length: 15.5cm
Weight: 1247g
Blade Thickness (base): 7mm
Blade Width (base): 9cm
Blade: 1095 High Carbon Steel
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £215.83 Incl. Tax: £259.00 -
Sleepy Hollow Hessian Horseman Sword
The Hessian Horseman Sword is the massive, two-handed sword that was used by the evil Hessian in the classic motion picture Sleepy Hollow. This sinister and powerful sword has the snake's head pommel with faux ruby jeweled eyes and serpent scale grip. All this gives the blade a truly venomous design. A tempered, high carbon steel blade provides the bite to this sword, allowing it to back up its fierce appearance.
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Made by the experts at Windlass Steelcraft.
Total Length: 113cm
Blade Length: 81cm
Material: High Carbon Steel
Scabbard: None
Weight: 1.8kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £156.67 Incl. Tax: £188.00 -
Ashdown Viking Sword
A sword befitting any who would have sought Valhalla, this hand-forged high carbon steel blade has been accentuated with a knotwork cross guard. Matching period scabbard and belt are included.
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Total Length: 94cm
Blade Length: 79cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Weight: 1162g
Material: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Blade Edge: Blunt, can be sharpened
Scabbard: Leather
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £223.33 Incl. Tax: £268.00







