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SBA-ARCHERSWORD
European Archer's Short Sword
$74
In Stock!
This European short sword is a beautifully weighted with nickel-chromed hilt, pommel and scabbard accents. The grip is tightly wrapped with a rich red copper wiring and the blade is rugged high-carbon steel.
SBA-AVENGERDAGGER
The Avenger: Cross-Pommel Dagger
$52
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SBA-BRIGANTINEPIRATE
Brigantine Officer's Naval Cutlass
$71
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SBA-BRIGWOOD
Brigantine Officer's Naval Cutlass with Wooden Grip
$71
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SBA-BUSTER-MAELSTROM
High-Carbon Steel Buster Sword With Sheath and Shoulder Strap
$209
In Stock!
This is a limited edition Buster sword, made from the finest High Carbon steel. This is not a toy. It is for real, not sharpened, but otherwise a very real, very strong, very heavy, very nice.
SBA-CELTICSHORTSWORD
High Carbon Steel Celtic Sword with Sheath
$77
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This Celtic shortsword has a polished steel semicircle guard is which is accented with brass rivets and fits snugly over the flared forte of the sword's blade. The blade is forged from our rugged high-carbon steel and is oak-leaf shaped.
SBA-COUSTILLEDAGGER
Hand Crafted Coustille Sword-Dagger
$54
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This Coustille, the Blackrush, is a beautifully crafted reproduction of these daggers. It features a high-carbon and full-tang blade, a nickel-plated steel guard, and a wheel pommel with a satisfyingly understated sunken hub.
SBA-CRECYSWORD
Battle Of Crecy's Hand and a Half Sword
$86
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A historical replica from the battle of Crecy, the blade is 36 inches of carbon steel. The leather grip and polished steel guard add to the beauty and functionality of this piece. The steel pommel help give it excellent balance.
SBA-CROSSEWIND
Crossewind Ambidextrous Swept-Hilt Rapier with Brass Guard and Pommel
$88
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Truly a handsome rapier,and wieldable by left-handed or right-handed warriors. The guards on one side sweep upwards and join together, to flow up and around the grip like a waterfall.
SBA-CRUSADER
Crusader Knight's Medieval Arming Sword with Christian Cross on the Pommel
$82
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A more recent version of our Dominus Crusader featuring the same the same distinctive cross in the pommel, but this version offers a blade without the fullers providing a wonderfully open area perfect for a personalized engraving.
SBA-DAG-KURKI
Crusader Knight's- Traditional military knife of Nepalese army
$36
In Stock!
SBA-DAG-PUGIO
Fully Tempered Roman Pugio with Scabbard
$54
In Stock!
SBA-DEATHBRINGER
Deathbringer: Hand-and-a-Half Mercenary Sword
$93
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The extremely wide blade and the scalloped brass crossguard which appear to be talons or skeletal fingers help earn the name for this model. Although not a true hand size, it does have a grip wide enough for some hand-and-a-half work.
SBA-DEATHSKISS-DAGGER
Death's Kiss Ornamental Dagger with Contoured Grip
$50
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SBA-DOMINUSCRUSADER
Dominus - Knight Crusader Arming Sword
$89
In Stock!
It is a wonderfully crafted arming sword that feels absolutely perfect in your hand. A padded and ridged leather grip gives excellent traction for the hand and a more ergonomic feel.
SBA-DREADWINDRAPIER
Dreadwind: Swept Hilt Rapier
$94
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This one of the finest rapiers that Strongblade sells at this price range. It has a breathtaking, oversized swept hilt, chromed in nickel and swirling like a sandstorm around the hand that wields it.
SBA-GENSTEELSWORD
Gensteel Elegant High-Carbon Steel Arming Sword and Sheath
$91
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The Gensteel is a fine example of the paradoxes of war. It is a beautiful thing to behold. Elegant and tapered, with gracefully curling tips on the guards and a sophisticated, spade-shaped pommel.
SBA-GLADIUSPRAETORIAN
Roman Gladius: Praetorian Guard
$88
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The Praetorian is one of our highest end Roman Gladius. With a beautiful high-carbon steel blade, signature V-tip design, stunning polished-hardwood hilt and a blow-your-socks-off gilded sheath, it doesn't get much better.
SBA-GOTHDREAM
Goth Dream Arming Sword with scabbard
$80
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The GothDream has a historic base but with a bit of a fantasy flare, Based on the arming sword or war spike design, it long, light and very well balanced. The hilt is distinctive yet comfortable to wield.
SBA-IRISHTWOHANDER
Caladbolg, Irish Two Hander - Lightning Sword of Fergus
$116
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At a towering 52 inches long, the Irish Two-hander can both intimidate and impress friends and enemies. Its most notable feature (other than its size) is the polished-steel Celtic ring pommel at the base of the grip.
SBA-JAEGER-F
Jaeger Rugged Viking Sword - Stage Combat and Live Steel Perfomances
$92
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Designed for stage combat or theatrical re-enactment, the guards and pommels are made from a polished-but-uncoated steel, which prevents chipping when struck. The thicker blade edge and round tip add an extra measure of safety.
SBA-KNIGHTPROTECTOR
Medieval Knight Protector's Arming Sword
$79
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This is a gorgeous reproduction of a medieval arming sword. The blade is made from a high-carbon steel. A long, graceful fuller runs almost the entire length of the blade, giving the sword additional strength and lightness.
SBA-KNIGHTPROTECTOR-F
Medieval Knight Protector's Stage Combat Sword
$79
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A stage combat version of our popular Knight Protector but with thicker edges and rounded tip for extra security. The blade is also slightly narrower making it lighter and easier to wield.
SBA-LIEGEBLADE
Liege Blade Noble Dagger with scabbard
$47
In Stock!
SBA-MAURADER
The Maurader, Weathered Cutlass - Antiqued Pirate Cutlass with Leather Sheath
$68
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SBA-OAKLEAFDAGGER
Shadowblade: Rogue's Oak Leaf Dagger with Scabbard
$45
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SBA-OSPREYVIKING
Osprey; Viking Raider Battle Sword
$77
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The Osprey features a long 32 inch blade and has an amazing swept guard that stretches a good five inches to each side. Nickled and flared at the edges, the guard give the Osprey a regal appearance.
SBA-PHALANX-BLADE
Ancient Greek Hoplite's Phalanx Blade
$68
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The Hoplite's blade has an oak-leaf shape, slightly wider toward the point than at the base of the blade. The tho silvered guard is simple and efficient. The pommel is also silvered to a mirror finish.
SBA-ROMANGLADIUSIII
Roman Gladius Type III with Double Loop Scabbard
$80
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This gladius is an exceptional piece. The carved bone grip and polished wood guard and pommel are unique features. It is light and accurate with the classic V-tip that is deal for thrusting. A sturdy rhomboid cross section gives this blade outstanding strength.
SBA-SCOTTDIRK-NE
Scottish Dagger(Dirk) Dagger(Blade can be engraved)
$45
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SBA-SENTINEL-DAGGER
The Sentinel: Sword-Hilted Dagger
$47
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SBA-SILVERLOCKEDAGGER
Silverlocke Noble Dagger - Nickel-hilted with sheath
$47
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SBA-STORMBLADERAPIER
Stormblade Swept Hilt Rapier, Musketeer Style, with Superior Balance
$94
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If you're looking for a great Three Musketeers style rapier, then this is your Huckleberry. Astoundingly attractive, light and un-adverbially cool.
SBA-SWD-MED-FALCHION
Medieval European Falchion
$77
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This falchion has a nice curve to it and is weighted similarly to the first falchions created. Sleek design and a distinct blade groove put this falchion in a class of its own.
SBA-TWISTEDCLAYMORE
Claidheamh Mor: Twisted Hilt Claymore
$132
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At an impressive 58 inches, This claymore features a massive redwood twisted hilt that truly is beautiful to look at. The brass hardware of the pommel and cross sets off the redwood perfectly. The 42 inch carbon steel blade is polished to a mirror finish.
SBA-VIKINGRAIDER
Quick-Strike Classic Viking Raider Sword
$63
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Classic viking! A lofty, carved brass "saddle" pommel sets the tone for this wonderful Norse weapon. The pommel is etched with the traditional lines, dividing the "saddle" into sectors or lobes. Just below the pommel is an attractive ridged grip of leather over wood.
SBA-WARSPIKE
Warspike Knight's Hand-and-a-Half(Bastard) Sword
$86
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The Warspike combines the length of a long arming sword, the hilt of a small hand-and-a-half, and just a hint of a "tuck" thrusting blade. The excellent balance and light weight make the Warspike an exceptional addition to any collection.
SBBR-DAG-CELTIC
Medieval Celtic Dagger
$20
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SBBR-DAG-KUKRI
Kukri Fighting Dagger or Knife
$41
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SBBR-DAG-KUKRI-BLK
Kukri Dagger with Black Sheath
$32
In Stock!
SBC-BUCCANEERII
Buccaneer Pirate Cutlass Available with Brass or Silver Colored Guard
$98
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SBCM-AIKUCHI
Steel Aikuchi-style Katana with Disguised Knife
$93
In Stock!
SBCM-AXE-CRESCENTMOON
Crescent Moon - Fantasy Stainless Steel Double Balded Battle Axe with Wire Wrapped Handle
$54
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SBCM-BLUE-DESTINY
Blue Destiny Hand Forged Katana with Carbon Steel Blade and Blue Scabbard
$68
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SBCM-DAG-MAS
Decorative Masonic Short Sword with Blue or Red Velvet Grip
$29
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SBCM-MAS-RED
Masonic Greatsword - Stainless-Greatsword with Red Velvet Grip
$79
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A red velvet grip with golden accent, a decorative guard and pommel with Masonic symbols plus an impressive 45 overall length with a 37 inch polished stainless steel blade make this a sword fit for royalty.
SBCM-PENDRAGON
King Arthur's Sword, Excalibur - Arthur Pendragon
$74
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The Pendragon captures the power, nobility and mystery of legendary King Arthur and his mystical sword, Excalibur. This version of Excalibur is long--nearly four foot in overall length, with a wide stainless steel blade that's absolutely perfect for engraving.
SBCM-TEMPLAR-GOLD
Gilded Templar Sword with Knight's Templar Sigil and Scabbard
$76
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This is a beautiful piece of historically based artwork. It bears a 32.5-inch stainless-steel blade that is smooth and perfect for engraving. The black leather scabbard bears ornately carved and gilded collar and tip.
SBDK-DARKAGES
Arming Sword with Leather Scabbard
$104
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This design is based on the traditional medieval arming sword. It is beautifully crafted and features a blade with a wide fuller. The wooden grip is covered with wrapped leather cord.
SBDK-HOLYLAND
Holy Land Sword with Leather Scabbard
$99
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This Holyland is a replica of those used during the military campaigns of the 11th, 12th and 13th centuries known as the Holy Land Crusades. The decorative pommel is a counter weight for the blade and helps make this a very nicely balanced weapon.
SBDK-ROYALKNIGHT
Tempered Royal Knight Arming Sword with Leather Scabbard
$95
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The Royal Knight features a tapering blade with wide fuller. The leather covered wooden grip is contoured and enhances both the beauty and handling. The solid brushed steel guard also adds to its attractiveness.
SBDK-ROYALRAPIER
Swept Hilt Rapier
$100
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This is beautiful piece. It features a large basket with intricate design. The grip consists of alternating layers of steel and polished wood.
SBV-ICE-II
Ice, Sword of Eddard Stark
$315
In Stock!
This is a licensed replica of ICE from the HBO series Game of Thrones. ICE is huge measuring almost 58 inches in length. This adult collectible is officially licensed and includes a display plaque and a certificate of authenticity.
SBA-GREATSWORD
The Great War Two Handed Longsword
$85
Out of Stock
This is a magnificent piece of steel. Long and beautiful, with a 32 Inch blade and a massive 8 inch grip. Oh, and did we mention that it's under 3 pounds?
SBA-HELM-TROY
Troy Helmet
$111
Out of Stock
SBA-ROYALRAPIER-T
Swept basket-Hilt Highborn Rapier
$129
Out of Stock
The rapier was a sword that spanned the classes-from stripped-down, utilitarian versions to beautiful masterpieces like this Highborn Rapier.
SBBR-DAG-KUKRISTAG
Kukri Dagger with two piece stag handles with brass, black and red spacer stripes
$54
Out of Stock
SBCM-LOCKSLEY
Blade Robin Locksley - Stainess Steel Sword of Robin Hood with Ornamented Hilt
$71
Out of Stock
A dedication to Robin Hood(Robin of Robin of Locksley). A slim light stainless steel blade with a beautifully ornate hilt. The original Elegant Weapon for a More Civilized Age."
Strongblade Lore
(A Bit of History According to Strongblade)
The Brigantine was a powerful type of ship that was highly sought after by pirates. It was a roughly 150 ton ship, capable of carrying from 10-12 guns and a crew of up to 100 men. These ships were for big-boy pirates who didn't have to hide or run from their enemies. Sometimes called "skirmish ships," the Brigantines were made for combat, and it was a brave or powerful pirate who commanded one. Brigantines were also occasionally used by the Royal Navy to hunt down pirates, but for the most part, pirate hunting ships usually were a little larger still. Regardless, the larger Brigantines could gobble up the more common sloops like hor doeuvres (mental note: never use the word hor doeuvres in writing again. Pain in the butt getting the spelling and just doesn't look right). Although the sloops were a bit faster and occasionally carried more guns, the Brigantines could take much more punishment and could hold more men.
The average pirate ship, a sloop, was a one-masted ship that could carry about 50-75 men and as many as (but rarely) 14 guns. Some sloops were larger than that, but in almost all versions, a Brigantine was a more favorable ship. In the pecking order of ships, Brigantine's were above Sloops and Barqs, but below the mighty Frigates. Few pirates captained Brigantines. Even fewer ever captained Frigates. Blackbeard had one (the Queen Anne's Revenge), but few others had the means to take and keep a warship.
The Brigantines carried two sails, but used a combination of square sails and "fore-and-aft" sales to give it versatility on the sea (which means that it could both outrun you AND outgun you). Of course, shipping vernacular changed and morphed throughout history, and the exact specifics of the Brigantine mutated with it, but all seem to agree that brigantines had two masts and were larger ships than Sloops.
Pirates
Romanticized and vilified in literature and film, pirates have been the subject of endless fascination. Pirates of course, are any group of sailors who prey upon other ships, stealing money or goods and sometimes harming or killing the crew. Eye patches seem to have something to do with piracy as well, but no one can really figure out what.
It's hard to say when pirating first started. There are reports of pirates as far back as ancient Greece, and possibly even before, but the pirates that most people think of are the ones from the 17th through the 19th centuries. This was a time when governments actually sanctioned piracy against their enemies (apparently, it was okay to steal from and murder people as long as they were considered enemies of your country). Under these government laws, anyone could attack ships belonging to an enemy country and keep anything that they could recover from the ships. Crews that took advantage of these laws were called "Privateers," which was French for "mean guys with parrots," or "men who drink rum." Well, okay. Privateer isn't really French at all. But "souffle" is, and it means a "light fluffy dish of egg yolks and stiffly beaten egg whites mixed with cheese or fish or fruit."
Many countries encouraged privateers, including England, Spain, America, France, and many North African countries (these African countries formed the heart of the infamous Barbary Coast pirates). And while the idea of privateers might have sounded good when it was first thought up, it lost some of its charm later on. Here's why: The privateers theorized that, "Hey, if I can get 100 gold a month attacking enemy ships, I could probably get 400 a month attacking any ship." They began testing that hypothesis and, soon, there were hundreds (thousands even) of former privateers attacking any ship that came near them. Other privateers switched to piracy when their nations stopped allowing privateering. Thus began the Golden Age of Piracy.
Pirates may have been a lot of things, but they were rarely inefficient. Ship-based life called for cleanliness, order and efficiency in all things. Which is why the cutlass was a favorite of the yo-ho-ho crowd. The weapon was both sword and shield: a vicious blade at one end, a dazzling basket hilt on the other. The blade was short enough to be swung recklessly (without fear of getting caught in rigging or masts) and wide enough to do real damage when it hit. The baskethilt provided excellent hand protection and could even be used as a small shield. The curved blade allowed for fast, efficient cutting and looked pretty good, too.
Curved Swords
The exact origin of curved swords is something that has been debated for years. It is generally accepted that the majority of curved swords came from the East.
Curved swords most likely manifested somewhere around Egypt, with the appearance of the khopesh (a weapon somewhere between sickle and sword).
Since then, a number of curved swords began appearing in the East and westerners took to calling such curved swords "Scimitars". Technically, there isn't one sword that is called a scimitar; the term refers to the entire group of curved swords that came from East (excluding the Japanese curved swords). The term may be a derivative of "Shamshir" which was a thin curved sword from Persia, although the shamshir wasn't really popularized until the 1500s. Other scimitars include the Turkish kilij (think of the massive cleaver swords from Aladdin and you have a fairly accurate picture), and the Indian Tulwar (somewhere between a shamshir and a kilij). Some smaller curved weapons from the east include the Kopis (a knifelike curved blade that probably was the predecessor of the Khopesh), the Nepalese kukri and the hook-handled falcata of ancient Spain.
Curved swords weren't confined to the east, of course. As the scimitars developed in the east, the west was catching on to the trend. Sabers and cutlasses were slowly conceptualized and developed in Europe. The curved blades were ideal for charging horsemen who tended to lose their straight blades in the bodies of their haplessly impaled foes. The curved sabers could slash opponents and slide off as the horsemen rode by. Another advantage was that curved blades were more compact than straight ones, so horsemen were also able to slash from side to side without worrying about trimming the ears off their horses.
Sailors also liked this compact size, since ship-board combat was often in very close quarters, with a vexing amount of wooden obstacles for swords to get embedded in. This explains the stereotypical image of the pirate holding a cutlass, reinforced by Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom and Kierra Knightley in the movie Pirates of the Caribbean.
Back-Swords
A back sword is a sword that has only one edge. The non-sharp edge of the sword is known as the "back" of the blade. These swords often are curved. Examples of back-swords include most cutlasses, sabers and what westerners refer to as "Scimitars."
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