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New from Red Dragon — known for their high-quality HEMA synthetic training swords — this line of high-level historical replica swords comes with a leather scabbard. Made from high-quality steel with excellent hardness, these swords hold up to intensive training.The Ballinderry Sword is an iron Viking sword discovered in 1928 in a bog at a crannog (a lake dwelling) in Ballinderry, County Westmeath, Ireland. It was found alongside other Viking artifacts: a longbow, two spearheads, an axe, and a gaming board. The settlement dates from the late 9th to early 11th century, and the finds suggest the presence of a wealthy Irish farmer or local ruler. The original sword features a wide 79 cm blade typical of Viking swords and bears the inscription ULFBERHT, a quality mark from the Rhineland. Vikings crafted the hilt and pommel — decorated with silver details and intricate patterns — while the blade was imported.
This sword shows that the Irish had to upgrade their weaponry to combat the Vikings. Viking-style weapons gave them a strategic advantage against other Irish warriors, illustrating the broader influence the Vikings had on Irish society. The Ballinderry Sword has been exceptionally well-preserved and is on display at the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin.
This replica features a brass guard and pommel with the same decorations as the original. It comes with a wooden scabbard wrapped in brown leather and a brown leather grip. The edge is 1.75 mm thick. Made from 1075 carbon steel, the blade is tempered to a core hardness of 45 HRC, with the edge reaching 50 HRC. These two hardness levels make the sword both flexible and less brittle than comparable models — a blend of expert craftsmanship and years of HEMA experience.
