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Hanwei Cawood Viking Sword, SH2457

$649.99CDN

The celebrated Cawood Sword, named after its discovery location near Cawood Castle in England, is regarded as one of the finest and best-preserved examples of an 11th century Viking sword in existence. Preserved in the mud of the bed of the River Ouse for almost a millenium, the sword has now found a permanent home in the Yorkshire Museum, where it is a leading attraction. What is almost certainly a “sister” sword was unearthed in Norway in 1888, giving a valuable clue to the Cawood Sword’s origin.

Hanwei’s version of the sword replicates the lobated pommel and steeplydowncurved quillons of the hilt perfectly, while the wide-fullered blade is reproduced in 5160 high-carbon steel. The weight and balance provide for a very usable sword. No details of the original scabbard are known, but the styling of Hanwei’s leather-covered version is typical of the period.

Key Features
  • 5160 High-Carbon Steel
  • Period Scabbard included
  • Based on Yorkshire Museum Piece
  • Specifications

    Overall: 35 5/8"
    Blade Length: 29 5/8"
    Handle Length: 4"
    Weight: 2 lb 7 oz
    Blade Steel: 5160



    Specs will vary slightly
    from piece to piece.

  • Model: SH2457-PC2457^
  • Manufactured by: Hanwei Paul Chen

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