Windlass Steelcrafts

Our Officer’s Kukri is manufactured by Windlass Steelcrafts. It is a little smaller than the standard regimental weapon, but its grip is made of natural buffalo horn. The blade of tempered carbon steel came from the same forge that has made the official edged weapons of the Indian Army for years. The officer's model has a short, narrow fuller from the grip to the curve of the blade and the typical cutouts that symbolise the god Shiva's trident. It has a full tang, which is riveted to the brass pommel end.

This Officer’s Kukri includes a wooden scabbard covered with black buffalo leather and a brass chape. At the back, there are two pockets for the smaller accompanying knives, the karda and chakmak. The holder for the belt loop is removable as required.

Total length: 35cm
Blade length: 25cm
Grip length: 10.5 cm
Weight: 430g
Blade thickness (base): 0.55 cm
Blade width (base): 4.0 cm
Blade width (base): 5.5 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 4.5 cm 
Length of karda and chakmak: 9cm
Edge: Sharp
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

If opting for our sharpening service please be aware that the two small knives will not be sharpened.

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Our classic Hoplite sword is a historically correct replica of this widespread battlefield weapon: it has the pointed blade shape of the blade, the classic knob and a simple but effective guard pole made of steel.

The handle is covered with leather, which is perfectly complemented by the supplied wooden sheath, which is also covered with leather and is covered with brass.

Total length: 71.5 cm
Blade length: 55 cm
Grip length: 10.5 cm
Weight: 1.01 kg
Blade thickness (base): 5 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 4.5 mm
Blade width (base): 5.5 cm
Blade width (CoP): 5.2 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 8.5 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 22 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece

The Spartans developed a short sword that is extraordinarily effective in close combat. The leaf-shaped, double-edged blade has an acute point and is well balanced due to the combination of the short, downward curving crossguard and bronze grip.

Our Spartan short sword dates from around 500 BC and includes a leather-covered scabbard made of wood. The metal band has rings so you can attach the sword and scabbard to a belt. This Spartan sword is based on the one illustrated in "The Spartan Army," a book by Nicholas Sekunda with illustrations by Richard Hook.

Total length: 50 cm
Blade length: 36 cm
Grip length: 10 cm
Guard Width: 8.5cm
Blade thickness (base): 0.46 cm
Blade width (base): 5 cm
Weight: 930 g
Blade: High Carbon Steel 
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Leather

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Dated to around 1775, the prototype for this handsome sabre is pictured in "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution," a book by George C. Neumann that is very popular with collectors and sword fans. The single-edged, subtly curved blade has two fullers. A narrow, deep fuller almost runs along the entire length of the blade. The other one is shorter, shallower, and much wider. Because of them, this amazing saber weighs less than one kilogram.

Nevertheless, our American Revolutionary War sabre is perfectly balanced for delivering mighty cuts: like most powerful cutting weapons, it is slightly top-heavy. The spiraling wooden grip is comfortable and easy to control, and the knuckle bow provides added hand protection.

Total length: 100.5 cm
Blade length: 86 cm
Grip length: 10 cm 
Weight: 0.95 kg 
Blade thickness (base): 4.7 mm 
Blade width (base): 3.3 cm 
Point of Balance (PoB): 19 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Confederate saber would have been primarily used by soldiers riding for famous generals like Jeb Stuart, Wade Hampton and Nathan Bedford Forrest. They taught the Yankees the meaning of fear. This Confederate saber is lightweight (approx. 1 kg) and manageable. The back is relatively broad up to the center of percussion (CoP), which makes the blade extremely stable. And the fuller, which also stops at the CoP, is responsible for the reduced weight and resulting manageability.

The blade curves more acutely as it nears the point, which magnifies the saber's cutting power. An accurate reproduction of a historical weapon (s. William Albaugh, "Confederate Edged Weapons", p. 137), the hand guard, the pommel, and even the wire wrapped around the brown leather that covers the grip are made of brass.

Total length: 100.5 cm
Blade length: 86 cm
Grip length: 10.5 cm
Weight: 1.02 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.6 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 3.9 mm
Blade width (base): 3 cm
Blade width (base): 2.5 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 19 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 21 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Steel, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Its special feature is the blade: the upper third of its back is curved to bring the point somewhat closer to the sharp edge. Unlike other models, this Bowie knife does not have a false edge. Thanks to the symmetrical wooden grip (which actually makes this knife a type of dagger), it is very comfortable to hold. The distinctive handguard has a simple look but is extremely effective at keeping your hand on the grip.

It comes with a leather scabbard with a loop so it can be attached to belts.

Total Length: 42cm
Blade Length: 30cm
Blade Width: 4.5cm
Weight: 588g
Blade: Fully Tempered High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Scabbard: Leather

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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After hundreds of requests, Battlecry has added a classic rapier to the popular line of blackened, uniquely finished versions of history's great swords. This rapier features a very complex Spanish-style hilt and faceted pommel. The grip is hand-wound with blackened wire with woven wire rings on top and bottom.

The hand-forged, high carbon steel, fully tempered blade features a diamond cross-section to strengthen it for thrusting. Top-quality, genuine leather scabbard with deeply engraved floral pattern on the throat and tip. This type of sword was deadly effective as a dueling weapon. The 1065 high carbon steel has a darkened, battle-hardened finish, so it’s well protected from the frequent rust spots and stains that occur so often from everyday practice and exposure to the elements. The blade has an extra-wide tang and is tempering to a low 50s RC. The blade is thick for strength and peened to the pommel. This pre-sharpened blade has gone through rigorous testing.

The hands-on nature of the manufacturing by master smiths makes this line unique. Includes a certificate of authenticity signed by each smith that touched your blade through every step of the forging process.

Overall Length: 112cm
Blade Length: 90cm
Blade Material: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Blade Width: 2.6cm
Edge: Sharp
Weight: 907g

Every army needs a close-quarters weapon, even when it has guns because it’s inevitable that somebody’s going to end up within breathing distance of an enemy occasionally. This dagger was often dubbed “Le Vengeur de 1870”  (The Avenger of 1870), a wistful reference to the French loss to the Prussian Army in 1870. The design was simple and practical enough to last into WWII. Proving that the sincerest form of flattery is actually thievery, Germany confiscated large quantities of these knives when they defeated France and took them on their roadshow to Norway. Originals now sometimes sell for over $250 on the antique weapons market. The blade design inspired the US M1918 Trench Knife (of course, with the addition of the famous “knuckle” grip). Like the originals, this stout replica has a 6-3/4″ blade and is 11″ overall. Steel scabbard replicates the original.

Overall Length: 28cm
Blade Length: 17cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Sometimes the Windlass Steelcrafts factory make “extras” in their factory runs in case of any quality control issues. They also occasionally have some stock left over when orders are cancelled, reduced or become end of line. These products find their way to retailers in small numbers at quite heavily discounted prices. Rest assured, these products all feature forged and tempered Windlass blades with quality fittings, they are just discounted to clear. When they’re gone, they’re gone – so be quick!

Overall Length: 26 cm
Blade Length: 15cm
Width: 3cm
Weight: 180g
Material: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt (Sharpenable)
Scabbard: Yes

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.