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kultofathena · 6 days

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Dragon King – Modern Wakizashi

Dragon King’s Modern Wakizashi is the reimagining of the traditional weapon of the Samurai into a modern self defense blade that utilizes the full suite of modern metallurgy, materials and construction to create a sword that is effective, low maintenance and yet still retains the core of traditional design and elegance of the traditional sword. The differentially-tempered 1566 steel blade features a real hamon line with a copper habaki and seppa. The tsuka encapsulates the tang in textured G10 and is dual pinned for a secure grip. The silver menuki on the tsuka are shi shi (lion dogs) which are embedded in the handle. The textured black saya features an olive paracord sageo around a polymer kurikata and kojiri.

The Modern Wakizashi also has the Modern Katana and Tanto available as companion pieces to complete a matched modern warrior collection with these other pieces which are available separately.

The differentially-tempered 1566 steel blade features a real hamon line with a copper habaki and seppa. The tsuka encapsulates the tang in textured G10 and is dual pinned for a secure grip. The silver menuki on the tsuka are shi shi (lion dogs) which are embedded in the handle. The textured black saya features an olive paracord sageo around a polymer kurikata and kojiri. The Modern Katana also has the Modern Tanto as a companion piece to complete a matched modern warrior collection which is available separately.

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medieval-collectibles · 2 years

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How to Tell if a Sword is Functional: A Helpful Guide from Medieval Collectibles

When choosing a sword, it is important to determine if it is suitable for your intended use. You may be looking for a medieval sword to use in an intense reenactment or one to display on a wall. These are two very different requirements for a sword. Medieval Collectibles is here to provide you with a guide to swords to help you figure out if a sword is functional, also known as battle ready. The name of the item may help you. For example, we offer swords that have the word decorative in their name. Also, any sword with LARP in the name is made of foam and intended for roleplaying.

We’ve also made it easy to shop functional and decorative swords by dividing them into separate categories on our site:

Functional Swords

Decorative Swords

Sword Material

Certain materials, especially certain types of steel, can immediately categorize a sword as decorative or functional. Stainless steel swords are almost always decorative. They are rarely functional. This type of sword is best suited for display or costume use. Medium carbon steel swords can be either functional or decorative. The functionality depends on the construction process, especially regarding the forging process. 1045 carbon steel is an example of medium carbon steel that can be used for functional swords. We have multiple battle-ready swords made from 1045 steel. Other medium carbon steel swords may not be functional. Those swords are best suited for the same purposes as stainless steel swords.

Another type of steel that you may come across is spring steel. This is a type of carbon steel and can be functional as well. Spring steel has a resistance to bending and snapping, making it ideal for certain sword uses. 1566 steel is a type of spring steel. Finally, there are types of high carbon steel. High carbon steel swords are usually functional swords. Many high-carbon steel blades make great swords for historical reenactments. Types of high carbon steel include 1095, 1065, and 1060 as well as T10 and 65 Mn. We have a variety of high-carbon steel swords.

Sword Construction

When looking at a sword on our site, you may see the words tempered, hardened, or heat-treated. Any of these words will help to indicate that the sword may be functional. Some swords will be tempered but are intended for decorative use. Next, some battle-ready swords will indicate to what level of hardness that they have been tempered. You will see this indicated with the letters HRC next to a number. This refers to a rating on the Rockwell scale. The higher the rating on the Rockwell scale, the better a blade will hold its edge. The lower the rating, the less brittle the steel will be, generally speaking.

Another phrase to pay attention to is the words "full tang". A full tang means that the blade continues all the way through the handle. A battle-ready sword has a full tang so that the blade does not easily separate from the handle during combat. There are two types of tangs: peened and threaded. A threaded tang means that the pommel is screwed onto the tang. A peened tang means that the tang was hammered and heated at the tip of the pommel. A peened tang is often sturdier than a threaded tang, but both are effective. A fully functional sword should have both a full tang as well as a tempered or hardened construction.

Sharpened vs Unsharpened Swords

A sharpened sword is almost always a functional sword. However, this is not always the case in reverse. A functional sword may come unsharpened. The fact that a sword is functional does not necessarily mean that the sword is sharpened. We have multiple swords that are fully functional but do not come with a sharpened edge. This selection includes swords that have a factory edge, which are not sharp. None of our swords have a razor-sharp edge.

Some swords are offered in both sharpened and unsharpened versions, like our Darksword Armoury swords. Many functional swords meant for full contact combat can be sharpened by the user after purchasing them as we do not offer a sharpening service. Other functional swords are designed to not have a sharp edge because of their intended use, such as swords for stage combat or practice swords.

Uses of Functional Swords

Functional swords are useful for a wide variety of purposes and activities. Some swords are full combat. Skilled users can wield them in combat-based historical reenactments. These may have sharp edges and are best suited for combat with protective gear. Other swords may be used for stage combat. These weapons are meant for controlled combat. They often do not have sharpened edges and allow the option of wearing lighter or minimal protective gear.

Other types of functional swords are sparring and training swords. These swords are often used to practice swordsmanship skills. They are especially useful for Historical European Martial Arts, also known as HEMA, and other live sword combat events. Many functional blades for this purpose often do not have a sharp tip. Therefore, this type of medieval sword would be ill-suited for full-contact combat.

Overall, Medieval Collectibles have a wide variety of swords. Some are functional, while others are decorative. Understanding whether a sword is functional and for what purpose it is used is important to ensure that you are satisfied with your sword. We hope this guide helps you in determining what sword will work best for you.

Check out all the swords we have to offer here.

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kultofathena · 3 months

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kultofathena · 4 months

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The Hanwei Practical Tai Chi Sword comes in 3 lengths. All models feature steel guards and pommels, plated to harmonize the color scheme of the sword. The moderately sharp blades are fully tempered high-carbon steel with a flattened-diamond blade section. The grips and matching scabbards are made of fiberglass for maximum durability.

28 Blade Weight: 1 lb 5.6 oz POB: 4 5/8"

30 Blade Weight: 1 lb 6 oz POB: 5 1/2"

32 Blade Weight: 1 lb 7.2 oz POB: 6 1/8"

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kultofathena · 3 months

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✨ Back in Stock ✨

Hanwei Dark Sentinel Sword

🗡️ Light and quick enough for single-hand fencing but with the ability to turn on awesome two-handed power. Features a sharpened carbon steel forged and tempered blade. The handle has a studded leather wrap.

🗡️ Includes matching wooden scabbard with a back split to ensure that the sword can be drawn more easily from an angle.

Available to order now

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kultofathena · 4 months

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f you’re not following @thejade.eye already then you should be! His content is incredible.

The sword he uses in this video is The Hanwei Practical Shinobi Ninja-to (SH1071)

It’s in stock, battle ready and ready to ship!

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kultofathena · 10 months

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Dragon King – Modern Tanto

Our Modern Tanto represents a contemporary interpretation of what the renowned Samurai tanto would look like in our time. Using the best of the latest technological materials, the low maintenance of this katana is perfect for the urban warrior of today. The humble attributes of this tanto belie its true strength and resilience.

The well-tempered 1566 steel blade features a real hamon line with a copper habaki and seppa. The tsuka encapsulates the tang in textured G10 and dual pinned for a secure grip. The silver menuki on the tsuka are shi shi (lion dogs) are embedded in the handle. The textured black saya features an olive paracord sageo around a polymer kurikata and kojiri. The Modern Tanto also has the Modern Katana to complete your modern warrior collection.

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kultofathena · 3 months

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🗡️Hanwei Mercenary Sword🗡️

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kultofathena · 3 months

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The Hanwei Mercenary is an imposing sword in the 15th century style. It features a triple-fullered high carbon steel blade, steel S-curve guard and scent stopper pommel. The grip is hardwood covered in black leather. Includes a hard cored scabbard covered in black leather with steel accents.

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kultofathena · 8 months

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Pre-Owned Hanwei Celtic Sword

Blade: Large amount of light cosmetic blemishing (scratches, scuffs) Blade is sharpened

Hilt: Large amount of light cosmetic blemishing and tarnish on the brass. The brass could be polished to remove much of this, but there may still be some tarnish / pitting that would need to be buffed out to completely remove it

Construction: All components are still sturdily affixed

Scabbard: Moderate amount of cosmetic blemishing and tarnish on the brass components

This Hanwei Celtic sword has a sharpened blade of 1566 high carbon steel. The guard and pommel are of brass and the grip is of carved macassar ebony. It comes with a leather scabbard with a belt loop.This sword is a functional and battle-ready version of an anthropomorphic style Celtic sword. There are many versions of this style available on the internet, but unlike most of them, this one is a battle-ready quality sword.

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kultofathena · 8 months

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Pre-Owned Jesse Belsky Custom Black and Gold Renaissance Rapier

This Pre-Owned sword is a unique custom commission created by Jesse Belsky who crafted a fetchingly gorgeous rapier hilt and melded it with a Hanwei practical rapier blade which was sharpened and reshaped to optimize its geometry for use. When held in the hand it is clear that Jesse took great care with the dimensions of the hilt to ensure that the sword would be well balanced and an easy extension of the arm. A great sword for someone wanting something entirely distinctive rapier and capable rapier. The hilt is blued steel which is embellished with faux gold and the PETG grip is expertly bound in black leather and completed with a spiralled braided brass wire and the grip is surmounted by antiqued brass ferrules with fine detailing. The pommel is secured with a pommel nut threaded 6x1mm

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kultofathena · 11 months

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Part 3 of our 3 part series about the #steels used to Forge the #Blades we offer here Kult of Athena.

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kultofathena · 2 years

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Hanwei – River Witham Sword

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. The inscription on both sides of the blade reads +NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+. The blade is crafted from 1566 high carbon steel which is both tempered and sharpened. The guard and pommel are stainless steel and the grip is wood which is bound in leather. The sword is matched with a wooden scabbard which is bound in leather and completed with stainless steel fittings and steel hanging rings.

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