Functional Swords – Real Battle-Ready Blades

Hand-forged carbon steel swords made for cutting practice, stage combat, and martial arts.

Blackened Swept Hilt Rapier
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By: Kingston Arms

Elegant, agile and unmistakably Renaissance in ...

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British 1796 Heavy Cavalry Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Also known as Sharpe’s Sword, and made famous b...

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French Napoleonic ANXI Hussar’s Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Napoleonic Hussar Saber recalls the daring ...

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French Napoleonic 1801 Cuirassier Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The French Model 1801 Cuirassier’s Sword was th...

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Gustav Rapier -  Antiqued
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Gustav Rapier replicates the weapon used by...

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Taza Rapier
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Through the cobbled streets and sprawling lands...

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Battlecry Cutlass
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Across the vast and restless seas, the blackene...

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Battlecry Espada Ropera
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

After hundreds of requests, Battlecry has added...

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American Revolution Saber
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The American Revolutionary Saber reflects the a...

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Radaelli Sabre
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Radaelli Sabre features a fully-ridged guar...

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Dueling Saber
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By: Cold Steel

Most military sabers are effective for cutting ...

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Windlass British 1796 Pattern Light Cavalry Saber
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Designed by Major-General John Gaspard Le March...

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Excalibur - The Sword of Power
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By: Legacy Arms

Few weapons in history—or legend—are as famous ...

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Kawanakajima Katana
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By: Dragon King

The Kawanakajima Katana is a tribute to one of ...

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Hungarian Saber
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By: Cold Steel

Hungary by virtue of its position on the world ...

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Taotie Jian Longsword
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By: Dragon King

Deep within Chinese mythology, the Taotie stand...

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1881 Shashka Saber
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The unique Shashka (or Shashqua) cavalry saber ...

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Lotus Citadel Katana
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By: Citadel

The Lotus Citadel Katana is crafted in the same...

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Bamboo Citadel Katana
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By: Citadel

The Citadel Bamboo Katana represents the pinnac...

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Honshu Spartan Sword
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By: Honshu

The Spartan Sword is an exceptional addition to...

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Sparring Jian
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Traditionally Chinese Martial Artists have used...

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Honshu Practice Broadsword
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By: Honshu

Constructed from the highest grade of polypropy...

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Faithkeeper - Sword of the Knights Templar
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Faithkeeper – Sword of the Knights Templar ...

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Tourney Arming Sword
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By: Kingston Arms

The Tourney Series Medieval Sparring Sword fro...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Most of our functional swords come sharpened or have a sharpening service available and are fully capable of cutting sword targets such as tatami mats, bottles, or pool noodles. Some models can also be ordered unsharpened for safe martial arts practice or display.

Most functional swords are made from high-carbon steels such as 5160, 1060, or numerous 10xx carbon steels. These steels are heat-treated for the right balance of hardness and flexibility, allowing them to withstand the rigors of real cutting practice.

Yes, functional swords are legal to own in most areas across Canada and the United States. However, laws can vary by province or state, so it’s always best to check your local regulations regarding transport, public carry, and import restrictions.

A battle-ready sword (or functional sword) is forged from high-carbon steel with a full tang and properly heat-treated for strength. These are made for cutting and martial training. Decorative swords, by contrast, are made for display only and are not heat-treated or balanced for real use.

Yes, many functional swords can be used for stage combat when properly maintained and inspected before use. Always ensure that blunted or unsharpened versions are used, proper safety equipment is worn and you have received proper instruction for choreographed performances to maintain safety for all participants.