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All the swords found in our functional swords section are real swords that are properly forged, tempered and made like the originals. They come in many different types for art forms like Tameshigiri, Iaito, Tai Chi, Kung Fu and WEMA. They are also suited for stage productions and fight choreography. These swords are classified as 'battle ready swords' however, we use the term 'functional swords' interchangeably.
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Reliks functional European swords are suitable for re-enactment, stage use or for theatrical duels. ... more »
Our functional Japanese swords and katana are suitable for the martial artist and collector. These s... more »
Reliks.com's functional Chinese swords are crafted for the martial artist, designed with consultatio... more »
Not all movie collectible swords are created equal. Many fantasy inspired pieces available on the sw... more »
Reliks sword store offers functional rapiers that are made for the historical fencer. These rapier a... more »
Our selection of American Sabers and British Sabres our hand forged and as functional as the origina... more »
Stage swords are made to withstand heavier abuse than our historically accurate battle ready swords.... more »
The Highlander Swords from Scotland are something to behold even in its two distinct varieties. The ... more »
A swordsman has never become a master without the proper training equipment. We have a wide selectio... more »
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€ 663.56
Posted: Mar 06, 2021
'Kingdom of Arms sought to create a handmade sword fit for the hero! It is hand forged from virgin 5160 carbon steel..' (10) New images were added to the (Hjalmar Viking Sword) gallery today.
€ 663.56
Posted: Mar 06, 2021
Hjalmar Viking Sword added to the Single Hand European Swords section.
The Hjalmar Swedish Legend is well known. Kingdom of Arms has sought to create a version of this fabled Viking sword. The story of Hjalmar and Ingeborg is well
Continue To The Product Listing€ 642.28
Posted: Mar 05, 2021
'A Kern was a Gaelic warrior, specifically a light infantrymen, in Ireland in the late middle ages..' (9) New images were added to the (Irish Kern Sword) gallery today.
€ 642.28
Posted: Mar 05, 2021
Irish Kern Sword added to the Single Hand European Swords section.
A Kern was a Gaelic warrior, specifically a light infantrymen, in Ireland in the late middle ages. Sometimes this army was composed of displaced nobility and ot
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Posted: Mar 04, 2021
'The Kingdom of Arms version of this Celtic Leaf Blade Sword features a hand hammered 5160 carbon steel leaf blade..' (7) New images were added to the (Celtic Leaf Blade Sword) gallery today.
€ 455.45
Posted: Mar 04, 2021
Celtic Leaf Blade Sword added to the Single Hand European Swords section.
The Hallstatt Culture is the earliest to be identified as associated with Celtic culture, spreading from north of the Alps West into France, Southern Britain an
Continue To The Product ListingA forged sword is very strong but it won't last forever unless you follow these few easy tips to keep your sword looking like new throughout generations.
It is difficult to know exactly how the Vikings fought, when they did not leave any written records behind to describe this. If we examine the contemporary European written sources, which describe their plundering, these rarely provide any information about the forms of combat they used. However, we can find out more about Viking battle techniques by looking at the weapons that they left behind.
A battle started with the deployment of longbows. The arrows shot from these could deplete enemy ranks, before swords, spears and axes were brought into action. Such Viking longbows have been found at Hedeby. Measuring 193 cm in length, these must have had a range of a couple of hundred metres. When the Viking warriors came closer to their enemy, spears were thrown. Upon making contact with the enemy, they used lances, axes and swords as weapons, whilst protecting themselves with shields.
We also have some knowledge about the tactics that were deployed in the major attacks carried out by Viking fleets. This is because the chronicle writers often give an estimate of how many ships and men were involved in the individual attacks.