Deepeeka Swords

The sword was discovered during an archaeological dig in Setesdalen. A hilt embellished with signs and an inscription was extremely unusual during the Viking Age and we are still not sure what the letters mean. Some of the signs are inverted while others are written sideways. The letters could be references to verses from the Bible or prayers, or copies of characters on Anglo Saxon coins. One theory is that the sword was brought to Norway from England.

The numerous crosses on the hilt depict Christian motifs, as does the portrayal of a hand holding a cross. This sword bedecked with Christian symbolism was finally placed in a heathen grave. The exceptional Langeid Sword speaks to us of journeys, warriors and a time when the world of the Vikings was coming to an end with the advent of the Christian Middle Ages. The sword is on display at the Museum of Cultural History in Oslo.

Total Length: 90cm
Blade Length: 73.5cm
Grip Length: 11cm
Weight: 1.33kg
Blade Thickness (base): 4.4mm
Blade Thickness (CoP): 3.3mm
Blade Width (base): 4.8cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 9cm
Blade: EN45 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Nut and Riveted
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Brass

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

There are four kings that this sword may have belonged to: Raedwald who was overlord of the English kingdoms between AD616 and his death (at the latest in 627, probably in 625/626), Eorpwald (died 627/628) and co-regents Sigebert and Ecric, who both died fighting Penda of Mercia in AD637.

Our Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Sword is a based on the surviving components of an original found at the famous Sutton Hoo burial site. They can be seen on display at the British Museum. The composite hilt is made from wood and antiqued brass and is decorated with red enamel to resemble the garnets on the original. The hardwood grip is bound with brown leather and riveted to the hilt fittings in the same way as the original. It features a forged and tempered high carbon steel blade that is designed for hacking and slashing, such was the fighting style of the era. The leather bound wooden scabbard features antiqued brass fittings and a suspension loop allowing it to be fastened to a belt of baldric.

Total Length: 88cm
Blade Length: 73cm
Grip Length: 11cm
Weight: 1.2kg
Blade Thickness (base): 4.5mm
Blade Thickness (CoP): 3.7mm
Blade Width (base): 5.1cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 16.8cm
Blade: EN45 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Nut and Riveted
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Brass

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

Viking sword with silver and gold hilt, from Dyback, Skane. One of the finest swords of the Viking Age found in Scandinavia, this was either made in England or heavily influenced by English styles in work, being the Winchester style of metalwork, 8th-11th century. 

Total Length: 102cm
Blade Length: 81cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Grip Length: 17cm
Weight: 1.5kg
Blade: Damascus Steel
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Brass

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

Viking sword with silver and gold hilt, from Dyback, Skane. One of the finest swords of the Viking Age found in Scandinavia, this was either made in England or heavily influenced by English styles in work, being the Winchester style of metalwork, 8th-11th century. 

Total Length: 102cm
Blade Length: 81cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Grip Length: 17cm
Weight: 1.5kg
Blade: EN45 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Brass

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

Ok, whilst not completely universal, our scabbard will take a wide range of medieval style swords. It is designed to fit our Ring Hilt Longsword AH3424R which has a blade that is approximately 45mm wide at the hilt and 910mm long with a broad taper. As such, it is likely to fit most swords that are less than these dimensions.

It is constructed from wood and covered with black leather. It features polished metal fittings and suspension rings. It is a great way to compliment your period costume and does not necessarily need to be worn with a sword.

Total Length: 101cm
Width (at top): 7cm

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

Our 15^th Century Arming Sword features a distinctive Type V pommel, associated with high-quality swords from the period. It features a forged, high carbon steel blade (not tempered), steel hilt fittings and a leather-bound wooden grip.

It comes complete with a wooden scabbard with black leather covering to match the grip. This sword features a blunt blade and is not suitable for combat re-enactment.

Total Length: 95cm
Blade Length: 78cm
Blade Thickness: 4.6mm
Blade Width: 5cm
Grip Length: 9.5cm
Weight: 1332g
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

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

Our Stage Combat swords feature tempered, high carbon steel blades and are designed for light combat use. They have durable, thick edges, more than suitable for the rigours of stage combat and display fights. They also feature rounded tips for extra safety. Stage Combat swords are noticeably heavier than historical replicas due to the added weight afforded by the thicker edges. These swords are not designed for re-enactment use.

Our Stage Combat Crusader Sword features an unsharpened carbon steel blade with central fuller. The grip is wood wrapped in brown leather cord and flanked with a steel guard and pommel. The unusual Oakeshott Type I1 pommel was popular on swords of the 13^th and 14^th centuries. Comes complete with wooden scabbard wrapped in brown leather with polished steel fittings. 

Total Length: 96cm
Blade Length: 79cm
Grip Length: 11 cm
Weight: 1384g
Point of Balance: 17.5cm
Blade Thickness (base): 0.44cm
Blade Width (base):  4.4cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Brass

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

Our Stage Combat 15^th Century Arming Sword features a distinctive Type V pommel, associated with high-quality swords from the period. It features a forged and tempered, high carbon steel blade, steel hilt fittings and a leather-bound wooden grip. It comes complete with a wooden scabbard with black leather covering to match the grip. This sword features a blunt blade.

Overall Length: 95.5cm
Blade Length: 78cm
Blade Thickness: 4.6 mm
Blade Width: 47.5 mm
Grip Length: 10cm
Weight: 1334g
Blade: Tempered and Forged High Carbon Steel
Edge Thickness: 2mm
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

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

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Napoleon once said "Champagne! In victory one deserves it; in defeat one needs it". During the many parties to celebrate his victories, his light cavalry (Hussars) would open the champagne bottles with their sabres. It proved such a spectacle that this practice was adopted for ceremonial use and continues to both delight and amaze onlookers to this day.

Blade Length: 29cm
Blade Width: 3.9cm
Blade Thickness: 0.6cm
Grip: 10cm
Edge: Blunt

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