Product description
This replica sword is based on an original historical weapon from the Viking Age. The original dates to the mid-10th to early 11th century AD and is currently held in a private collection. Most +Ulfberht+ swords have been found in Scandinavia and the Baltic regions, but this particular example was discovered in Spain. It is classified as both a Petersen Type X and an Oakeshott Type X, representing the transitional phase between the typical Viking sword and the medieval knightly sword.
The Ulfberht swords—around 170 specimens discovered across Europe—bear the inscription VLFBERHT, a Frankish name. It is believed that “Ulfberht” functioned as a mark of quality, used by skilled swordsmiths capable of producing exceptional blades. These early medieval swords were forged in the Rhineland, and most examples have been found in Finland and Norway. Vikings often buried them in the graves of wealthy warriors, which explains their excellent preservation in northern regions.
This Viking sword comes complete with a scabbard. The blade is forged from 1065 carbon steel and tempered to a hardness of 48–52 HRC. It makes a beautiful decorative piece for display or for use with a Viking costume. When blunted, it is also ideal as a training sword for sword fighting, Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), or Viking reenactment battles.
