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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.
Additional Info
Additional Info
Brand | Deepeeka |
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Product Use | Display, Living History |
Edge | Blunt |
Specification | Total length: 88 cm Blade length: 73 cm Grip length: 11 cm Weight: 1.2 kg Blade thickness (base): 4.5 mm Blade thickness (CoP): 3.7 mm Blade width (base): 5.1 cm Point of Balance (PoB): 16.8 cm 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. |
Reviews
- Superb replica and great value!Review by Penda
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Also fantastic service from The Knight Shop! I look forward to ordering more in the future. (Posted on 15/05/2024) - Deepeeka quality control not good. Review by Terry
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Luckily Knight Shop were excellent, they were quick to respond and send out a replacement sword, which while not as badly aligned, was still manufactured to very low standards with inserts out of alignment and glue spilled across the leather handle. When I come to expand my collection I certainly won’t be buying any more Deepeeka swords, their quality control seems to be non-existent. (Posted on 11/01/2024) - Unbelievable value for money!Review by Sam
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