Sword from the Vendel Period (Tin-Plated)

Sword inspired by the archaeological find from Uppsala, Sweden. Dating from the 7th-8th century.

This highly decorated sword probably belong to a chieftain, nobleman or elite warrior.

Details:

– Material: EN45 spring steel blade (high carbon steel, not stainless), tin-plated brass guard and pommel, leather-bound wooden handle, enameled pommel.

– Overall length: approx. 89.5 cm

– Blade length: approx. 73 cm

– Blade thickness: approx. 4 mm (cutting edges approx. 1 mm)

– Hilt length: approx. 16.5 cm (grip approx. 11 cm)

– Max. blade width: approx. 5 cm

– Point of balance: approx. 11.5 cm from the guard

– Incl. wooden scabbard with genuine leather cover, wooden suspension loop and tin-plated brass fittings

– Weight without scabbard: approx. 1.4 kg

– Weight with scabbard: approx. 1.8 kg

Semi-sharp blade (1mm edge), not suitable for combat. Only suitable for display.

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