What qualifies a sword as 'historical'?

Historical swords are replicas or inspired designs based on real weapons used in different eras, including medieval, Renaissance, and ancient civilizations.

What materials are used in historical swords?

Functional swords are typically made from high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, or stainless steel, with handles crafted from wood, leather, or metal.

Do historical swords come with scabbards?

Many historical swords include a wood, leather, or synthetic scabbard, but some display swords may not. Check the product description for details.

Do historical swords require sharpening?

If functional, they may need occasional sharpening using a whetstone or professional sharpening tool. Display swords are often unsharpened for safety.

Can historical swords be used for cutting practice?

If made with proper heat-treated high-carbon steel, some historical swords can be used for cutting practice on soft targets like tatami mats. We carry a variety of swords that can be fully functional or display pieces. Check the product description for details.

Historical Replica Swords For Sale ~ Military, Medieval, Roman & More

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This Mio Cid Knight's templar rapier sword has details of the knight Mio Cid cast into the scabbard. The handle is wire wrapped with a unique hand guard.

This image shows the cast details of the scabbard and the etchings on the blade of the Mio Cid Knight's templar rapier sword

This image shows the technical specifications of the Knigth's Templar rapier sword

Knights Templar Rapier Sword - Mio Cid Symbolic Masonic Tribute - 39" Length

$86.99

USMC Ceremonial Sword

$79.99

The 1942 Double-Edge Marine Combat Sword is inspired by the trusty weapon US Marines carried during World War II

Paying homage to the Marine combat knife, “US 1942” is delicately etched into its 19 3/4” AUS-6 stainless steel double-edge blade

The 27 1/2” overall sword can be carried and stored in the included black, nylon shoulder sheath with adjustable strap

The sword has a genuine, stacked leather handle, complemented by a black, stainless steel guard and end-cap

US 1942 Combat Sword - AUS-6 Blade, Stacked Leather Handle - 27 1/2"

$39.99

United Cutlery combat commander gladiator sharp black 1060 high carbon steel blade with tpr rubberized black handle

Combat commander gladiator sword enclosed in black reinforced nylon sheath

Zoomed view of gloved hand gripped around tpr rubberized handle showing a razor sharp 1060 carbon steel blade

Gladiator sword with sharp 1060 high carbon steel blade enclosed in black nylon sheath with a tpr rubberized handle

A hand holding the tpr rubberized handle of United Cutlery Combat Commander gladiator 1060 stainless steel sword with a sharp point

Combat Commander Gladiator Sword

$37.99

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Close up image of the pommel and handle on the Viking Sword.

Details and features of the Viking Sword.

Honshu Viking Sword

$214.99

The Legends In Steel Viking Warrior Sword shown with its scabbard

Legends In Steel Viking Warrior Sword And Scabbard - Carbon Steel Blade, Wooden Handle - Length 38 1/2"

$87.98 ~~Price reduced from $129.99 to~~

Honshu Black War Sword

$119.99

Roman Gladiator Spartan Gladius Sword and Sheath

$46.99

Historical Damascus Gladiator Sword

$94.99

Honshu sickle shaped stainless steel blade with a black nylon handle

Close view of premium black leather blade cover with a double snap closure

Honshu curved 7Cr13 stainless steel sickle style blade

Full view of honshu egyptian sickle shaped sword with a stainless steel blade extended from a edm textured black handle

Man with strong grip on honshu 7Cr13 stainless steel egyptian style blade with black textured handle

Honshu Khopesh Sword

$149.99

This sword was crafted using a time-tested sword design with modern engineering, giving you perfect blade-to-hilt balancing

The 40” overall single-hand sword slides smoothly into a premium black leather scabbard with metal accents

The wooden handle is wrapped in black leather and the hefty pommel is black steel

It has a sharp 30 4/5”, 1065 high carbon steel blade with a black finish, which extends from a polished black handguard

Honshu Historic Forge Single-Hand Sword

$229.99

Full Size Celtic Dress Sword & Scabbard

$41.99

Historical Swords

Step into the past with BudK’s collection of historical swords, featuring meticulously crafted replicas from medieval, Renaissance, and ancient civilizations. Whether for display, reenactment, or cutting practice, our swords capture the craftsmanship and legacy of legendary weapons.

HISTORICAL SWORD FAQS

What qualifies a sword as "historical"?
Historical swords are replicas or inspired designs based on real weapons used in different eras, including medieval, Renaissance, and ancient civilizations.
What materials are used in historical swords?
Functional swords are typically made from high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, or stainless steel, with handles crafted from wood, leather, or metal.
Do historical swords come with scabbards?
Many historical swords include a wood, leather, or synthetic scabbard, but some display swords may not. Check the product description for details.
Do historical swords require sharpening?
If functional, they may need occasional sharpening using a whetstone or professional sharpening tool. Display swords are often unsharpened for safety.
Can historical swords be used for cutting practice?
If made with proper heat-treated high-carbon steel, some historical swords can be used for cutting practice on soft targets like tatami mats. We carry a variety of swords that can be fully functional or display pieces. Check the product description for details.