| The era of Viking swords was also the beginning | | | | with or use for battle re-enactments, then you |
| of the typical shape and size of swords that we | | | | need one that is functional and battle ready. The |
| know so well today. During this time period | | | | main difference between a replica and functional |
| swords reached the length that they usually have | | | | sword is the blade. Although shaped the same, a |
| now and also took on the tapered form that we | | | | battle ready sword will have a blade made with |
| see on many other kinds of bladed weapons. | | | | high carbon steel and a replica almost always uses |
| Viking swords can be fully functional or just a | | | | stainless steel. Due to the different materials, a |
| display weapon, so it is important to know what | | | | functional sword will also be lighter which means |
| you are looking for before you make a purchase. | | | | you will have less difficult swinging it and will be |
| Viking swords are usually anywhere from 36 to | | | | able to remain as quick and flexible as possible. |
| 39 inches long, but the blade is in most cases | | | | Replica Viking swords are for display purposes |
| roughly 29 inches. These weapons are meant to | | | | only. They can complete a décor based on |
| be used with one hand and have a wider hilt in | | | | the Norse culture of the time or they can be part |
| order to protect the holder's hand. One of the | | | | of a sword collection. Some replicas are based on |
| most unique features that Viking swords have is | | | | pieces that were actually found and so they are |
| the pommel. These are easy to recognize | | | | suitable for historian collections, as well as |
| because they are large, ornate and very | | | | collections that are made up exclusively of Viking |
| distinctive. Viking swords all have a different | | | | swords. Replica swords should always be put on a |
| appearance because of the different grip | | | | rack or plaque so that all can see it, but since |
| wrappings, hilts and pommels so that you can | | | | many also come with a scabbard that too can be |
| have quite an extensive collection. | | | | put on display to show the complete set. |
| If you are looking for a Viking sword to practice | | | | |