In Norse culture, skalds were a special class of storyteller, poet, and historian who carried and passed on their people's mythology. The Darksword Armory Skald is inspired by those keepers of Viking Legend. A long, broad-based blade suitable for the slashing combat style used by Viking raiders terminates in a sharply pointed tip, and is polished to a mirror finish. A 5 lobed pommel design as described by Jakobsson in Krigarideologi och vikingatida svärdstypologi is complimented by a simple cross guard often seen on Type X swords and earlier. Unique Darksword’s design, the skald has a double fuller - rarely seen, if ever, in the historical surviving artifacts. A suitable companion for a warrior poet, the Darksword Armory skald is a crisp and a classic design for fans of Viking weaponry

SPECS:

Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel. Dual Tempered HRc 60
48-50 at the core
Fittings : Mild Steel
Total Length: 38"
Blade Length : 32"
Weight: 2 lbs. 11 oz.

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Darksword Armory’s Elite Series swords are individually hand forged, following the strictest guidelines. The Damascus steel blades, guards and pommels are made with a blend of 1095, 5160, L-6 and O1 steel, giving a stunning contrast to the folded steel layering.

Darksword Armory Elite models are limited to 100 swords worldwide ! Once sold, we will not be making other examples of the same model. Each sword comes with a scabbard, interlaced sword belt and an Elite Series numbered certificate stamped with the “Darksword Elite” Wax seal. Each certificate is individually signed by Eyal Azerad, owning founder of Darksword Armory Inc.

We are confident that our Elite Series swords will impress even the most discriminating collector.

Blade and Fittings: Blend of 1095, 5160, L-6 and O1 Steel, Dual Tempered HRc 60, 48-50 at the core
Total Length: 39.5″
Blade Length : 30″
Grip Length: 8″
POB: 4.5″
Weight: 2 lbs 7 oz

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The Guardlan Viking Sword is a blend of history and modern design. Taking its inspiration from Norse culture, this battle-ready sword is hand forged and fully functional. A unique two-handed version of a traditional Viking design, the broad blade is significantly longer than our single-handed designs. The extra heft of the sword would be absolutely devastating in battle, capable of broad slashes that could cut down a warrior in his prime – or sweep an attacker from horseback.

More information on the Guardlan Viking Sword and the inspiration which led to its creation can be found below

Blade: 5160 High Carbon Folded Steel.
Dual Tempered HRc 60, 48-50 at the core
Fittings : Mild Steel
Total Length: 39.5"
Blade Length : 30"
Grip Length: 8"
POB: 4.5"
Weight: 2 lbs 7 oz

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The Urnes Staves Viking Sword is our tribute to one of the most beautiful structures in Norway. Named for the 12^th-century church which inspired its knotwork designs, this one-handed Viking Sword is a battle-ready weapon. The Urnes Staves Viking Sword is a hand forged, modern take on a classic, 10-11th century Viking weapon. Like many historical Viking Swords the blade is rigid, wide, and deeply fullered, allowing it to be an extremely effective cutting and slashing weapon. The Ebony handle is carved with knotwork from its namesake church, and the bronze fittings bear the same delicate designs. The Urnes Staves Viking Sword is Darksword’s latest Viking Sword, and is both beautiful and functional.

More information on the Urnes Staves Viking Sword and the history of the world in which it originated can be found below.

Specs

Hand forged from 5160 High Carbon Steel
Fittings: Solid Bronze
Handle: carved ebony grip
Total length: 36"
Blade length: 30"
Blade width at base: 2.3"
Weight: 3 lbs 1 oz.
POB: 3"

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10th – 11th Century A.D.
Inspirational piece, Viking culture.

Skillfully crafted from 5160 High Carbon steel. The Oslo Viking Sword is an inspiring Medieval weapon. Authoritative, vibrant and rugged, the Oslo Viking sword is well-balanced and a fierce Viking weapon of choice.  Inspired by the remains of a 10th C. Viking hilt with elaborated serpentine motifs, the sword remains faithful to its historical counterparts.

With the sword at the core of Viking history, we engineered the Oslo Viking sword for the most brutal use. Vivid and resilient, the Viking sword is built to last ! (read more...)

5160 High Carbon Steel
Total length: 36"
Blade length: 30"
Carved Ebony Grip: 4"
Blade width at base: 2"
Weight: 3lbs

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The Darksword Armory Guardlan Viking Sword is a blend of history and modern design. Taking its inspiration from Norse culture, this battle-ready sword is hand forged and fully functional. The extra heft of the sword would be absolutely devastating in battle, capable of broad slashes that could cut down a warrior in his prime – or sweep an attacker from horseback.

More information on the Guardlan Viking Sword and the inspiration which led to its creation can be found below

Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel. 
Fittings : Mild Steel
Total Length: 40"
Blade Length : 30.5"
Grip Length: 8"
POB: 4.5"
Weight: 2 lbs 8 oz

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Total length: 45"
Blade length: 33"
Blade width at base: 2"
Weight: 5 lbs 6 oz
POB: 1"

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The wolf was one of the most potent symbols of the Norse mythology. It represented fearsome strength and doom. A symbol of royalty and power across the Nordic world.

Darksword Armory Elite models are limited to 100 swords worldwide ! Once sold, we will not be making other examples of the same model. Each sword comes with a scabbard, interlaced sword belt and an Elite Series numbered certificate stamped with the “Darksword Elite” Wax seal. Each certificate is individually signed by Eyal Azerad, owning founder of Darksword Armory Inc.

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Inspirational piece, Norse mythology. 10-11th century
The Einar Viking Sword is Limited to 800 copies Worldwide

Aggregating all essential elements of Viking art and Norse Mythology, the Einar Viking Sword exemplifies the peak of Viking culture. Luxuriously handcrafted from the finest material, the Einar is an distinguished viking sword you will be proud to own. Hand-forged from 5160 high carbon steel and dual tempered, the Einar viking sword is a rugged viking weapon of choice. Well balanced and skilfully engineered, The Einar blends the artistic abilities of the Norse people and the central role of warfare in the viking world.

Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel.
Total length: 36"
Blade length: 30"
Blade Width : 2.3"
Weight: 3lbs 5oz
Grip: Ebony

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11th century Viking Sword with bronze fittings,
The National Museum of Finland, Helsinki

The 11th Century Viking Sword is based on a sword found near Suontaka, Finland, in the grave of a Viking Shield-maiden. It is full tang, tempered, and fully functional, with a blade forged and balanced to be a devastatingly effective cutter. The bronze fittings, created by use of the lost wax process, are based on the historical fittings of the Suontaka Shield-maiden’s weapon. An homage to a true historical artifact, the 11th Century Viking Sword is one of our longest-running designs.

More information on the 11th Century Viking Sword and the history of the world in which it originated can be found below.

5160 High Carbon Steel Differential
Hardening : 60 Rockwell at the Edge
50 At the Core
Fittings: Bronze
Total Length: 36"
Blade length: 30"
Blade width at base: 2"
blade thickness: 1.48 mm
Weight: 3 lbs 13 oz

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10th - 11th Century A.D.
Inspirational piece, based on Norse Knot work and Viking art.

Just before the turn of the century, a semi-popular Michael Crichton novel, Eaters of the Dead, was made into a film. The film re-imagined the story of Beowulf as told by an Arabic poet, who starts his journey as an ambassador and ends it in the company of Viking warriors fighting off an almost supernatural foe. The movie was plagued by production problems and baffled moviegoers and critics alike, especially when Antonio Bandaras – a fine actor, but a Spanish one – was cast as the Arabic poet.

It crashed at the box office but gained a cult following, especially for its fighting scenes and for the mighty Viking warrior Buliwyf with his massive (probably not historical) two handed Viking sword.  Opinions among Darksword staff are sharply (heh) divided as to if the film is any good. We leave it to you to decide - if you’d like to see a movie with an Arab played by a Spaniard, Vikings played by Scotsmen, and Bears played by naked men in body paint, this is the B-List movie for you.

Pommel & Guard : Bronze
Total length: 40”
Blade length: 30”
Blade Width: 2”
Weight: 2 lbs 12 oz
POB: 4"

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800-950 AD

A distinctive, instantly recognizable design, the 5 Lobe Viking Sword is our modern remake of a classic blade. Inspired by the simple yet well-made work of the Norse smiths, the clean lines and subdued fittings of the 5 Lobe Viking Sword mark it as a weapon of a seasoned Viking warrior, not a king or a lord. Yet even this deceptively simple weapon shows the signs of the generations of steelcraft that made the Viking raiders so formidably armed. A wide, straight, double-edged blade adorned with a broad fuller and terminating in a spatulate tip marks it as a Norse weapon, the family resemblance to other Viking swords clearly apparent. The leather-wrapped handle provides a comfortable grip, and the polished steel fittings - including the 5-lobed pommel that gives this sword its name - are powerful, yet subtle. A weapon for a warrior on the front lines, the 5 Lobe Viking Sword will serve you well wherever your voyages take you.

Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel. Dual Tempered HRc 60
48-50 at the core
Fittings : Mild Steel
Total Length: 36"
Blade Length : 30"
Weight: 2 lbs. 8 oz.

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Norse, Viking Sword
inspired by Norse Mythology

Amalgamating modern romanticism of  Norse folklore and excavated Viking swords of great importance, the Wolfsbane is a beautifully crafted testament to the arts, culture and beliefs of the Viking people. Luxuriously handcrafted from the finest material, the Wolfsbane sword is a distinguished Viking weapon catering to the most discriminating collector. Richly detailed solid bronze guard and pommel, Painstakingly crafted Red Oak handle; the Wolfsbane is a heirloom quality piece reminiscent of the migration age.

The wolf, representing fearsome strength and doom, was one of the most potent symbols in the Viking world. Deep set in mythology and mysticism, The wolf and Norse mythology remained at the core of the developmental process. Aggregating all essential elements of Viking life, artistry and Norse Mythology, the Wolfsbane Viking Sword exemplifies the peak of Viking culture amalgamated with modern imagination.

The mythological symbol of the wolf is balanced by mirroring self images. Carefully cast solid bronze fittings and a carved oak handle, The Norse Wolf, as a steward of Viking culture and Mythology, is at the core of this Viking sword.

Specs:
Hand forged from 5160 High Carbon Steel
Differential Hardened at a Rockwell of 60 at the Edge; 48-50 at the core.
Fittings: Solid bronze
Grip: Ebony
Total length: 48"
Blade length: 37"
Blade width at base: 2"
Weight: 3 lbs 9 oz)
POB: 6"Distal Taper (at the edge): 1.54mm (base); 1.3mm (midpoint); 1.27mm (tip)

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