Western Swords

Named for the feared 8th century Viking raider, our Godfred Viking Sword is built around a beautifully patterned folded steel blade to replicate the pre-9th century originals.

The interwoven leather grip, complemented by a Damascus guard and pommel, is matched by the leather-covered wood scabbard with bronze detailing and integral belt hooks. Superbly balanced, due to the deeply fullered distal tapered blade profile, the Godfred Viking Sword is a true tribute to the legendary Norse smiths.

Total length: 88.3cm
Blade length: 73.1cm
Grip length: 10.2cm
Weight: 1.1kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.52cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.32cm
Blade width (base): 4.75cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 50.8cm
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Brass

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

Our Practical Viking Swords are all based on authentically styled swords in our collection but they are tailored to meet the needs of re-enactment and stage combat. These very popular and affordable weapons feature authentic hilt styling, with fully tempered un-edged and un-pointed blades. They are designed to withstand rugged use while providing the level of safety required by many of today’s re-enactment societies.

The lobate pommel and down-turned guard are typical of Viking swords of the period, as is the broad blade with its deep, full-length fullers. The sword is well-balanced and, with a weight slightly over 2 lbs, it is very quick.

Total Length: 85cm
Blade Length: 71cm
Weight: 1500g
Blade Thickness (base): 0.5cm
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Plastic

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

The Paul Chen Agincourt sword made by Hanwei, an English-style single-hand sword, commemorates one of the memorable battles of the Hundred Year’s War between England and France.

Paul Chen  swords are crafted in much the same way as swords were made centuries ago, except now the blades are forged from high-carbon spring steel. The blade finish is far from being polished agian more closley replicating what the medieval swordsmith was able to achieve. Except as noted the grips are leather covered hardwood. Fittings are steel. These swords will appeal to the re-enactor who wants a sword with the same appearance as the originals.

Total Length: 89.6cm
Blade Length: 69.3cm
Grip Length: 12.5cm
Weight: 1.13kg
Blade Width (base): 3.9cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 9.8cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

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

The single-hand Marshall Sword by Paul Chen epitomizes quality and authenticity in broadsword construction. The sword is based on an original, now in a British museum, used by one of England’s finest knights, Sir William Marshall, who served the crown faithfully under Henry II, Richard the Lionheart and Jack Lackland.

The Hanwei SH2000 version features a forged high-carbon steel blade with excellent handling characteristics. Tempered to a tough HRC 54, the blade section features a central ridged fuller and full-length distal taper - a tough test for the bladesmith but resulting in a superb combination of speed and strength. The grip is leather wrapped and laced and the guard and pommel are elegant in their functional simplicity. The scabbard is leather-covered with steel mounts.

See models SH2001 for the forged-folded version and SH2046 for the “Practical” version of the Marshall sword.

Total Length: 101.6cm
Blade Length: 84.4cm
Grip Length: 10.3cm
Weight: 0.96kg
Blade Thickness (base): 0.56cm
Blade Width (base):  4.65cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

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

Paul Chen swords are crafted in much the same way as swords were made centuries ago, except now the blades are forged from high-carbon spring steel. The blade finish is far from being polished again more closely replicating what the medieval swordsmith was able to achieve. Except as noted the grips are leather covered hardwood. Fittings are either steel or solid brass. These swords will appeal to the re-enactor who wants a sword with the same appearance as the originals.

This version of a 16th-century piece provides an economical and versatile cutting sword. Balance is excellent, providing a sword which lends itself to both single and two-handed use.

Total Length: 94.6cm
Blade Length: 69.3cm
Grip Length: 19cm
Weight: 1280g
Blade Thickness (base): 0.6cm
Blade Width (base): 4.5cm
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel 
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather & Steel

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

Our Practical broadswords are all based on authentically styled swords in our collection but they are tailored to meet the needs of re-enactment and stage combat. These very popular and affordable weapons feature authentic hilt styling, with fully tempered un-edged and un-pointed blades. They are designed to withstand rugged use while providing the level of safety required by many of today’s re-enactment societies.

The blades are crafted from 1065 high-carbon steel, hardened to 50HRC, which restricts edge-notching to acceptable levels while providing resilience and protection against brittleness. While the blades are substantial, they are fullered to provide balance and good handling characteristics. They feature 1/16” wide edges and rounded tips for safety. The tangs are also substantial, with radiused corners at the blade shoulders and no welds.

Total Length: 92.7cm
Blade Length: 76.2cm
Grip Length: 16.5cm
Weight: 1.105kg
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Plastic, Steel

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

By customer request Paul Chen has produced a re-enactment version of our SH2250 Bastard sword. The blade is forged in 5160 high-carbon steel, to minimize burring, and the transverse thickness of the guard has been increased, both to provide adequate strength for re-enactment use and to present a safer profile at the ends of the guard.

Another innovation is the provision of an all-leather scabbard, in contrast with the rigid scabbards normally provided with our Practical swords - this is designed both to provide an extra margin of safety when combatants fall on the scabbard in battle and also to minimze the need for replacement scabbards. The sword is supplied with the grip and scabbard in a neutral-colored leather to allow customization to the owners taste.

Total Length: 126cm
Blade Length: 97cm
Handle Length: 23cm
Weight: 1644g
Blade Edge: 2.5-3mm
Blade Steel: 5160
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather & Steel

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

Paul Chen swords are crafted in much the same way as swords were made centuries ago, except now the blades are forged from high-carbon spring steel. The blade finish is far from being polished agian more closley replicating what the medieval swordsmith was able to achieve. Except as noted the grips are leather covered hardwood. Fittings are either steel or solid brass. These swords will appeal to the re-enactor who wants a sword with the same appearance as the originals.

The River Witham Sword was dredged from the River Witham near the town of Lincoln during work carried out in 1788. The sword may be a remnant of the Battle of Lincoln in 1141, but it is more likely that it was made between 1250-1300 CE. The inscription on the blade reads: +NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+.

Total Length: 97.2cm
Blade Length: 80.1cm
Grip Length: 9cm
Weight: 1.58kg
Blade Width (base): 4.9cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 17cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

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