Description
This blade is crafted in the style of a 10th-century Anglo-Saxon sword, forged from Damascus steel that displays the swirling ocean current patterns characteristic of the period. The steel itself is composed of 1095 and 15N20 alloy layers, folded and welded to create 176 distinct layers, lending the blade both strength and a unique visual texture. The blade tapers gradually toward the tip, with parallel edges sharpened for cutting efficiency. Its Rockwell hardness falls between 54 and 55, striking a balance between resilience and edge retention.
The crossguard is fashioned from steel and bears an etched design known as Odin’s Eye,a symbol revered by the Anglo-Saxons for wisdom and keen perception. This same motif is echoed on the triple-lobed pommel, a form typical of Anglo-Saxon swords, where the central lobe is notably bulbous compared to its flanking lobes. The grip combines hand-carved bone and stained wood, separated by brass spacers, providing a secure hold as well as a connection to period craftsmanship.
Accompanying the sword is a hand-sewn leather sheath equipped with a back strap, designed to protect the blade in the heat of battle. This sword was made not for display but for the rigors of combat, embodying the martial spirit of its age.
Specifications
Overall Length: 32.25 Inches
Blade Length: 25.38 Inches
Blade Material: Damascus Steel, 1095/15N20 alloy steel
176 Blade Layers
Blade Temper: 54-55 Rockwell
Blade Thickness: 4.15 mm
Handle Length: 6.87 Inches
Features
Pattern: Ocean Current
Full Tang
Damascus Steel Blade
Sharp Double Edge
Includes: Leather Sheath
Fun fact: Many Anglo-Saxon swords featured pattern-welded blades, an early form of Damascus steel, which not only enhanced their strength but also imbued the weapons with symbolic patterns believed to hold protective powers in battle.
