Marshall Damascus Sword
Item # SH2001
Our single-hand Marshall Sword sets new standards of 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.
Price: $690.24
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Bastard Sword
Item # SH2250
The Swiss and Germans originally carried these weapons, although Bastard swords soon became popular in other regions such as the British Isles and Europe.
Price: $275.52
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Hand and a Half Sword
Item # SH2034
Our Hand-and-a-Half Sword is replicated from a sword thought to be that of Albrecht II of Austria and represents the pinnacle of beauty and balance in medieval swords.
Price: $354.24
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Claymore Antiqued Sword
Item # SH2060N
The Claymore had a uniquely styled hilt that sets it apart from other great swords of the period. Typically of hand-and-a-half length, this versatile weapon could deliver great sweeping slashes or powerful thrusts.
Price: $294.72
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Hand and a half Sword
Item # SH2365
Hand-and-a-Half Sword, these versions of a 16th century piece are a longtime favorite. Balance is excellent, providing a sword which lends itself to both single and two-handed use.
Price: $176.64
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Claymore Sword
Item # SH2060
Mainstay of the Highland warriors of the late 15th and 16th centuries, the Claymore had a uniquely styled hilt that sets it apart from other great swords of the period.
Price: $294.72
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Lionheart Sword
Item # SH2367
The single-hand Lionheart Sword is typical of the cruciform-hilt style of the crusading knights of Europe in the 12th and 13th centuries. The wheel pommel and slightly turned-down bow-tie guard make this a very attractive sword indeed!
Price: $176.64
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Cromwell Sword
Item # SH1049
Oliver Cromwell (1599 ' 1658) was a powerful figure in English history during and after the English Civil War, when he rose from the rank of Captain of Horse to Lord Protector of England.
Price: $392.64
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Godfred Sword
Item # SH1010
Named for the feared 8th century Viking raider, our Godfred Sword is built around a beautifully patterned folded steel blade to replicate the pre-9th century originals.
Price: $611.52
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Practical Hand and a Half Sword
Item # SH2106
The Practical Hand-and-a Half sword is based on the Albrecht sword, a classic design from the early part of the 15th century, with a simple cruciform hilt, flattened diamond-section blade and typical hand-and-a-half grip.
Price: $156.48
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Agincourt Sword
Item # SH2371
The Agincourt, an English-style single-hand sword, commemorates one of the memorable battles of the Hundred Year's War between England and France.
Price: $176.64
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War Sword
Item # SH2366
The War Sword is a hand-and-a-half design from the early 14th century. The hardwood grip and elongated scent-stopper pommel make the 32' blade surprisingly easy to handle.
Price: $176.64
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Dark Sentinel
Item # SH2066
Combining the slashing power of the Samurai Katana with the agility and thrusting ability of fine European dueling swords, the Dark Sentinel is a handsome sword with a bite.
Price: $156.48
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9th Century Saxon Sword
Item # SH2436
CAS Hanwei's smiths have outdone themselves with their recreation of a 9th Century Saxon sword by replicating a technique used by the Saxons and Vikings and producing a stunning blade that features a pattern-welded core with high-carbon edge sections.
Price: $592.32
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Lowlander Antiqued Sword
Item # SH2065N
Wielded with ferocity on many a Gaelic battlefield, the massive Lowlander sword vividly illustrates the might of the Scots of old. Known as 'Slaughter-Swords' in the 16th century, these were the swords of choice for Scottish mercenaries of the period.
Price: $354.24
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Practical Viking Sword
Item # SH2047
The Practical Viking sword is based on our Godfred sword, whose design originated in 9th century Scandinavia. 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.
Price: $127.68
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Practical Single Hand Sword
Item # SH2046
The Practical Single-Hand Sword is based on the Marshall sword, so named for one of England's finest knights of the latter half of the 12th century. With a weight of less than 2 .5 lbs., the sword can be used without undue wear and tear on the arm.
Price: $137.28
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Celtic Sword
Item # SH2370
Our Celtic Sword has an anthropomorphic hilt and leaf-shaped blade. Solid brass hardware, a macassar ebony grip and leather scabbard make this piece ideal for the Celtic persona.
Price: $176.64
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Lowlander Sword
Item # SH2065
Wielded with ferocity on many a Gaelic battlefield, the massive Lowlander sword vividly illustrates the might of the Scots of old. Known as 'Slaughter-Swords' in the 16th century, these were the swords of choice for Scottish mercenaries of the period.
Price: $354.24
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Mercenary Sword
Item # SH2368
The Mercenary is an imposing sword in the 15th century style. It featuring a triple-fullered blade, steel S-curve guard and scent stopper pommel. Supplied with a leather-covered belt scabbard.
Price: $216.00
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Mortuary Hilt-Antiqued Sword
Item # SH2004N
Replicated from an original in the collection of the Royal Armouries in England, our Mortuary Hilt Sword is a classic example of a cavalry or dragoon officer's sword of the 17th century English Civil War period.
Price: $349.00
On Sale For: $248.67
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Federschwert
Item # SH2333
This uniquely styled sword is featured in many period fencing manuals and is rapidly gaining popularity with modern practitioners of European martial arts.
Price: $196.80
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Practical Norman Sword
Item # SH2326
An important addition to our European practical line is the Practical Norman sword, based on a classic 11th century pattern popular during the Norman Invasion of Britain.
Price: $137.28
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Tactical Wakizashi
Item # SH2432
The 'Sidearm of the Samurai' gets a serious update in our Tactical Wak, designed for strenuous outdoor use and protection. Based on the blade geometry and superb cutting ability of our Raptor series wakizashi but with full tang construction.
Price: $167.04
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Charlemagne Saber
Item # SH2288
The 'Saber of Charlemagne the Great' is a vital part of European history, being an important artifact in the Insignia of the Holy Roman Empire, of which Charlemagne was the first Emperor.
Price: $859.00
On Sale For: $580.00
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Rhinelander Sword
Item # SH2454
Our Rhinelander Bastard sword, typical of late 15th century central European cut-and-thrust swords, is a handsome piece that will be appreciated by both collectors and cutting enthusiasts
Price: $275.52
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River Witham Sword
Item # SH2372
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; however, it was most likely constructed between 1250-1300 CE.
Price: $176.64
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Trondheim Viking Sword
Item # SH2296
Patterned after swords that have been discovered in the area around Trodheim, Norway, the sword exhibits early ninth-century styling, a time when the Norwegian Vikings were pillaging Britain and Ireland.
Price: $789.12
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Tinker Pearce Blunt Bastard Sword
Item # SH2401
Like the longswords, these Bastard swords are based on the Oakeshott Type XVIIIA and are designed so that both the sharp and blunt versions will perform identically in the hand, offering the possiblity of sparring and cutting with swords.
Price: $255.20
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Basket-Hilt Backsword Antiqued
Item # SH2003N
Early highland swords almost invariably carried the double-edged 'broadsword' blade, but by the time of the Battle of Culloden (1746) the single-edged 'backsword' was at least equal in popularity.
Price: $373.44
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Basket-Hilt Broadsword Antiqued
Item # SH2002N
Although Basket-Hilt swords appeared throughout Britain from the mid-sixteenth century on, their association with the seventeenth and eighteenth century Scottish highlander has become legendary.
Price: $373.44
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Blunt Tinker Norman Sword
Item # SH2427
The Tinker Norman sword pair, with their distinctive cruciform guards and brazil-nut pommels, are similar in weight and static balance and offer virtually identical handling characteristics.
Price: $255.20
On Sale For: $135.00
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Crecy Sword
Item # SH2455
Our Crecy single-hand sword, celebrating the first major battle, in 1346, of the hundred years war between England and France, is styled after an early 14th century original.
Price: $314.88
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Tinker Pearce Sharpened Bastard Sword With Fuller
Item # SH2411
Like the longswords, these Bastard swords are based on the Oakeshott Type XVIIIA and are designed so that both the sharp and blunt versions will perform identically in the hand, offering the possiblity of sparring and cutting with swords.
Price: $335.04
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Basket-Hilt Broadsword
Item # SH2002
Although Basket-Hilt swords appeared throughout Britain from the mid-sixteenth century on, their association with the seventeenth and eighteenth century Scottish highlander has become legendary.
Price: $363.84
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Practical Langmesser Sword
Item # SH2458
Sparring with the Langmesser has been popular in Europe for some time and our introduction of the Practical Langmesser will give our sparring fraternity the chance to enjoy this uniquely German weapon.
Price: $314.88
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Side Sword
Item # SH2203
The Side Sword was a military sword of the 16th and 17th century Renaissance period that also achieved popularity among civilians, due to its relatively light weight and quickness.
Price: $235.20
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1851 Pattern Basket Hilted Broadsword
Item # SNB8
The 1851 pattern Basket-hilt Broadsword was standard officer issue in the Highland regiments from Victorian to modern times. It has an etched 32 inch blade with the George V cipher. The red basket liner and pommel help to make this an attractive piece.
Price: $210.00
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Cawood Sword
Item # SH2457
The celebrated Cawood Sword, named after its discovery location near Cawood Castle in England, is regarded as one of the finest and best-preserved examples of an 11th century Viking sword in existence.
Price: $314.88
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Great Wave Katana
Item # SH5004
The furniture of each piece in the Great Wave Set (SH5004, SH5002, SH5022) displays the renowned Tomoe motif used frequenly for family crests and shrine decoration. The tsuba, fuchi, & kashira are made of blackened iron and feature the Tomoe crest (mon).
Price: $829.44
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Raptor Nambokucho Katana
Item # SH2416
The Raptor Series has been designed for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to mats but who wishes to practice and perfect his cutting technique.
Price: $319.20
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Tinker Great Sword of War
Item # SH2424
The Tinker Great Sword of War is designed and crafted purely as a cutting sword and, weighing in at a little less than four pounds, it is built to excel on heavy targets. The 11 inch grip provides excellent leverage and static and dynamic balance.
Price: $363.84
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Zatoichi Stick Sword Forged
Item # SH2267
CAS Hanwei now has four exciting versions of the stick sword of Zatoichi, the legendary blind Samurai. The ever-popular black SH1014, with its fully tempered carbon steel blade is now joined by the SH2298.
Price: $186.24
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VOC Cutlass
Item # SH2374
Our Cutlass design is taken from an original made to the specifications of the Dutch East India Company (Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie, VOC), dating from about 1780.
Price: $175.20
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Bushido Katana
Item # SH1210
Bushido, or 'Way of the Warrior', defines the code of conduct an honorable Samurai must follow. Much more than the western ideal of chivalry Bushido is a way of life; in both ancient and modern times.
Price: $1,243.20
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Civil War Confederate N.C.O. Sword
Item # SNA11
The Civil War Confederate N.C.O.'s Sword was made by several swordmaking companies in the South during the course of the war. The design generally followed the official Union pattern of 1840, which in turn was based on a French design.
Price: $70.00
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Court Sword
Item # SH1214
Replicating an original, belonging to an officer in Prince Charles Edward Stuart's army at Culloden, the finely chiseled silver-plated hilt and three-edged hollow ground blade exemplify the consummate skill of the swordsmiths of the period.
Price: $294.72
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Practical Bastard Sword
Item # SH2428
By customer request we have 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.
Price: $264.96
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Practical Side Sword
Item # SH2279
The Side Sword was a military sword of the 16th and 17th century Renaissance period that also achieved popularity among civilians, due to its relatively light weight and quickness.
Price: $225.60
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Banshee
Item # SH2126
Banshee is a cutting sword first and last, with a slightly weight-forward balance for slashing through jungle growth with ease. The high-carbon blade is heat treated for optimum shock absorption and edge retention.
Price: $216.00
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Civil War U.S. Cavalry Sabre
Item # SNA2
The U.S. 1860 Cavalry Sabre (SNA2), standard issue for Union cavalry, has a fullered blade, leather spiral bound grip and a steel scabbard. Excellent value.
Price: $98.10
On Sale For: $69.78
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Forging Process Display
Item # OH2154
Each step in the process is clearly displayed and explained, using smaller (18½') versions of Katana blades that have undergone exactly the same processes as full-sized blades.
Price: $479.20
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Musashi Elite Katana
Item # SH6003KGG
Miyamoto Musashi, the most famous swordmaster in Japanese history, fought more than 60 duels before retiring and. Development of the two-sword style of swordplay, with the Daito (long sword) and Wakizashi being used together, is credited to Musashi.
Price: $859.20
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Musashi Katana
Item # SH1016
Miyamoto Musashi, arguably the most famous swordmaster in Japanese history, was well above average height and Hanwei's classic rendition of his Daito reflects the impressive length of the original and features the legendary double-ring iron tsuba.
Price: $888.00
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Folded Shirasaya with bo hi
Item # SH1231
For those wishing to build a custom Samurai sword on a CAS Hanwei blade, we offer these bare blades in shirasaya. All are forged and differentially hardened in the same traditional fashion as the 'forged' and 'forged & folded' line of swords.
Price: $1,133.10
On Sale For: $799.47
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Iga Ninja-To
Item # SH2431
The Tsuka of the Iga Ninja-To features a traditional wrap over natural rayskin and Clouds and Sun/Water and Moon Menuki. The blackened iron fittings include a Tsuba displaying the Iga Mon and a wave motif, both repeated on the Fuchi/Kashira.
Price: $403.20
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Naval Boarding Cutlass
Item # SN610
The Cutlass (SN610) is a standard naval pattern, though it has become a firm favorite of the re-enactors of a piratical nature. The brass basket is distinctive and balances the 24 ½' blade well.
Price: $125.10
On Sale For: $74.48
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Paper Crane Katana
Item # SH2294
Our Paper Crane Daisho is without doubt the greatest achievement in sword making artistry yet available from Hanwei. The blade is crafted from Hanwei's own Tamahagane steel while the fittings reflect the atmosphere of the Japanese theater.
Price: $2,559.20
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Tinker Pearce Sharpened Longsword
Item # SH2394
Tinker Pearce has developed these matching longswords to satisfy the need of every Western Martial Arts practitioner and sword enthusiast, to have a matching set of sharp and blunt swords for cutting and safe training practice.
Price: $373.44
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Zatoichi Stick Sword Folded
Item # SH2114
CAS Hanwei now has four exciting versions of the stick sword of Zatoichi, the legendary blind Samurai. The ever-popular black SH1014, with its fully tempered carbon steel blade is now joined by the SH2298.
Price: $592.32
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Civil War Foot Officers Sword
Item # SNS110A
The U.S. Foot Officer's sword features an elaborately etched carbon steel blade, including the "U.S." insignia. The leather grip is spiral wire bound and foliate designs are cast into the hand guard. The steel scabbard has brass fittings.
Price: $75.00
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Confederate Foot Officers Sword
Item # SNA16
The Confederate Civil War Foot Officer's Sword is ornately detailed, has a brass guard marked "CS", has a slightly curved plain blade and comes complete with plain brass mounted steel scabbard. It was designed to be used in close one on one battles.
Price: $70.00
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Henry V Sword
Item # SH2369
The Henry V Sword is modeled after the sword hung over the tomb of one of England's great warrior kings. The single-handed cut-and-thrust weapon combines a relatively short sturdy blade with elegant down-swept quillons and a wheel pommel.
Price: $176.64
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Marshall Sword
Item # SH2000
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.
Price: $354.24
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Practical Elite Katana
Item # SH6000KPC
Our Practical Katanas have been at the forefront of providing economical yet functional swords to the martial arts community. Practicals combine the blade geometries and profiles of the Performance Series with the affordability of our Practical fittings.
Price: $275.52
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Practical Katana
Item # SH1070
The ever-popular Practical Katana, Wakizashi and Tanto give the martial artist the opportunity to own and use a Hanwei sword at the cost of an economy sword. The blades are forged and differentially hardened using the same process as the expensive blades.
Price: $270.72
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QI Jian
Item # SH2295
From the master swordsmiths of the Hanwei forge comes the Qi Jian, a re-creation of an ancient design that utilized one-piece forging. The entire sword, from pommel to tip, has been forged from a single billet of steel.
Price: $711.36
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The Shaolin Wootz Sword
Item # SH2385
The clean lines of the Wootz sword, patterned after a Han Dynasty cavalry weapon, exude strength and power. Forged as a single piece, the sword's most exciting feature is its Wootz steel construction.
Price: $1,676.00
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Tinker Pearce Sharpened 9th Century Viking Sword
Item # SH2408
While not a direct copy of any particular sword, the Viking sword design was inspired by historical examples from the 9th Century, most notably finds from the area around Trondheim, Norway, where the circular indentation hilt decoration was popular.
Price: $335.04
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Bamboo Katana
Item # SH1002
In 1876, the Samurai were banned from carrying their swords. This attempt to end a thousand year tradition was not received well by the proud warrior class and the 'stick katana' was born.
Price: $592.32
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Kouga Ninja-To
Item # SH2430
The neighboring Kouga and Iga clans of feudal Japan were bitter enemies for centuries and their warring Ninja families have been immortalized in Japanese literature. To commemo- rate these secretive warriors we have introduced our Kouga and Iga Ninja-To.
Price: $392.64
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Mortuary Hilt Sword
Item # SH2004
Replicated from an original in the collection of the Royal Armouries in England, our Mortuary Hilt Sword is a classic example of a cavalry or dragoon officer's sword of the 17th century English Civil War period.
Price: $349.00
On Sale For: $248.67
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Practical Mortuary Hilt Sword
Item # SH2076
The Practical Mortuary Hilt Sword (SH2076) is built for the re-enactor. The basket is identical to that of the SH2004 but the blade is unsharpened, with 1/16' edged and a rounded tip, complying with the combat rules of many re-enactment societies.
Price: $235.20
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Raptor Kogarasu Maru Zukuri
Item # SH2413
The Raptor Series has been designed for the cutting practitioner who does not necessarily have access to mats but who wishes to practice and perfect his cutting technique. The blades are forged in 5160 high carbon steel.
Price: $319.20
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Raptor Shinogi Zukuri Katana
Item # SH2414
The Raptor Shinogi-Zukuri blade, which has evolved as the most common Japanese katana blade design, provides both speed and cutting power. Featuring a distinct yokote, such blades were originally produced after the Heian period, around 987 AD.
Price: $392.64
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Raptor Shobu Zukuri Katana
Item # SH2417
The Raptor Shobu-Zukuri blade has an elegant shape and powerful cutting ability. Notable for the absence of a Yokote transition, this blade design became popular during the Nanbokucho era and its popularity continued into the Muromachi period.
Price: $369.60
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Scott Rodell Chinese Cutting Sword
Item # SH2429
Designed by noted martial artist and teacher Scott M. Rodell, our Chinese Cutting Sword provides a purpose-built weapon for the art of cutting in Chinese Swordsmanship. Utilizing a special steel formulation and heat treatment regimen developed by Hanwei.
Price: $392.64
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The King of Kinnaras Sword
Item # SH2421
The King of the Kinnaras Sword-Celebrating the holiness and solemnity of the fabled Shaolin guardian, the King of the Kinnaras Sword is a fitting tribute to the ruler of the Kinnara spirits.
Price: $1,196.00
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Tinker Pearce Sharpened Early Medieval Single Hand Sword
Item # SH2404
The early Medieval swords are single-hand Oakeshott Type XII pieces. The sharp is fullered for about two thirds of its length, with a flattened diamond section out towards the tip.
Price: $324.48
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Basket-Hilt Backsword
Item # SH2003
Early highland swords almost invariably carried the double-edged 'broadsword' blade, but by the time of the Battle of Culloden (1746) the single-edged 'backsword' was at least equal in popularity.
Price: $363.84
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Bushido Tanto
Item # SH1212
Bushido, or 'Way of the Warrior', defines the code of conduct an honorable Samurai must follow. Much more than the western ideal of chivalry Bushido is a way of life. The koshirae of our Bushido set features various samurai battle scenes.
Price: $552.00
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Civil War Trooper's Sword
Item # SNA17
The Civil War Trooper's Sword (SNA17) is typical of swords issued to troops on both sides of the conflict. This economy sword features a fullered carbon steel blade, wooden grip with a spiral wire wrap and a steel scabbard.
Price: $98.10
On Sale For: $69.78
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Forged Shirasaya
Item # SH1094
For those wishing to build a custom Samurai sword on a CAS Hanwei blade, we offer these bare blades in shirasaya. All are forged and differentially hardened in the same traditional fashion as the 'forged' and 'forged & folded' line of swords.
Price: $427.50
On Sale For: $338.44
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Oni Katana
Item # SH6018KLG
The Oni are mythical creatures from Japanese folklore similar to western demons or trolls. In modern culture they are beginning to move away from this menacing connotation into the role of guardian or protector, similar in character to gargoyles.
Price: $1,876.80
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Orchid Katana
Item # SH1207
Our Orchid set is as quick as it is beautiful with a relatively light blade of folded K120C and striking koshirae. High quality ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka, and the tsuka-ito and sageo on all three pieces are woven from premium Japanese cotton.
Price: $1,579.20
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Practical Gongfu Broadsword
Item # SH2063
The Practical Gongfu Broadsword sword is a further extension of our 'Practical' Series. Featuring a distal-tapered high carbon steel blade, wrapped grip and steel fittings, the saber is a traditional ox-tail design.
Price: $206.40
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Practical Plus Tanto
Item # SH2259
The Practical Plus Tanto (SH2259) matches our Practical Plus Katana (SH2073) and Wakizashi (SH2118). The blade is hand-forged high-carbon steel and differentially hardened using a traditional claying method with a medium (chu) kissaki.
Price: $196.80
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Tactical Katana
Item # SH2462
Hot on the heels of our incredibly popular Tactical Wak, the Tactical Katana has all of the same features and more! The Kat features a full-tang blade in 5160 high-carbon spring steel, plasma-coated for corrosion protection.
Price: $235.20
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Tiger Tanto
Item # SH1206
Each piece in the Tiger group has a hand-forged and folded K120C powder steel blade with Bo-Hi and a short (ko) kissaki. Saya are deeply lacquered in black, with inlaid brass bamboo leaves.
Price: $599.20
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Tinker Pearce Sharpened Bastard Sword
Item # SH2400
Like the longswords, these Bastard swords are based on the Oakeshott Type XVIIIA and are designed so that both the sharp and blunt versions will perform identically in the hand, offering the possiblity of sparring and cutting with swords.
Price: $335.04
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Tsuru Iaito
Item # SH5015
Our Nami, Gorin and Tsuru iaito are a breakthrough in design and functionality. Made of a special stainless steel, they are much more durable than aluminum alloy Iaito. Steel has the 'feel' of a live blade.
Price: $485.10
On Sale For: $340.00
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US Cavalry Sabre
Item # SNS134
The original versions of this Confederate Trooper's Sword (SNS134) were made by a number of Southern manufacturers. This economical sword carries the 'C.S.A.' emblem on the ricasso.
Price: $98.10
On Sale For: $69.78
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Bamboo Mat Katana
Item # SH2438
Our Bamboo Mat Katana features a chu-kissaki blade of Hanwei's own high-alloy HWS-2S steel, which combines impressive performance with a striking O-choji hamon.
Price: $789.12
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British Infantry Officers Sword
Item # SNB2
The 1897 pattern British Infantry Officer?s sword, developed towards the end of the reign of Queen Victoria, is the pattern still carried today. The three-quarter basket and finely etched 32 1/2 inch blade both carry the cipher of Edward VII.
Price: $210.00
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Bushido Wakizashi
Item # SH1211
Bushido, or 'Way of the Warrior', defines the code of conduct an honorable Samurai must follow. Much more than the western ideal of chivalry Bushido is a way of life; in both ancient and modern times.
Price: $859.20
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Civil War U.S. Foot Officer's Sword
Item # SNA18
The U.S. Foot Officer's Sword (SNA18) features an elaborately etched carbon steel blade, including the 'U.S.' insignia. The leather grip is spiral wire bound and foliate designs are cast into the handguard.
Price: $103.50
On Sale For: $85.45
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Civil War Youth Sword
Item # SN002
As all Civil War swords, they were more effective during the early years of the war and as new modern weapons such as breech-loaders repeating rifles and machine guns were introduced the sword became less effective and could only be used in close battles.
Price: $45.00
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Golden Oriole Katana
Item # SH1018
The elegantly simple lines of the Golden Oriole Daisho have long been favored by admirers of the Japanese sword. The story told by the stunning tsuba is of a mantis stalking the cricket, unaware that he is himself being stalked by the Golden Oriole.
Price: $888.00
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Han
Item # SH2005
The Han Sword is a cavalry pattern from the Han, which reunited China and established boundaries very similar to those existing today. The rosewood grip and scabbard are inlaid with silver in an intricate scroll pattern.
Price: $1,279.20
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