Functional Swords – Real Battle-Ready Blades

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

17th Century Italian Rapier
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

In the shadow-draped alleyways and sunlit piazz...

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Roman Centurion Gladius
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Roman Centurion Gladius pays tribute to the...

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Tactical Forged Katana
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This full #tang tactical katana is a hand forge...

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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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Honshu Boshin Saber Sword
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By: Honshu

Continuing their tradition of bringing tried an...

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Kit Rae Exotath Training Sword
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By: Kit Rae Fantasy Art

Master your sword skills with the Kit Rae Exota...

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Medieval Knightly Sword
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By: Deepeeka

Step back into the High Middle Ages with our me...

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Italian Storta Sword
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By: Cold Steel

The Italian Storta rose into prominence in the ...

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Ottoman Kilij
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Of all the sabers that originated in central As...

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Training Gladius Waster
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Train like a Gladiator, but with a modern alloy...

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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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14th Century Arming Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

This sword was reputedly found in a peat bog to...

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Honshu Single Handed Broadsword
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By: Honshu

The Honshu Single-Handed Broadsword represents ...

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Wakizashi Bokken
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By: Cold Steel

Cold Steel's Japanese Training Swords are close...

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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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Sword of Baldur
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Sword of Baldur honors the Norse god of lig...

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Honshu Boshin Grosse Messer
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By: Honshu

The Honshu Boshin Grosse Messer Sword is an exc...

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Honshu Gladiator Sword
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By: Honshu

United Cutlerys popular Honshu line offers slee...

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Polypropylene Kukri
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The Polypropylene Kukri Trainer delivers the lo...

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Tonbo Katana
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The blade of the Tonbo katana is hand-forged an...

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Koi Katana
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Koi Katana from Paul Chen has a hand-forged...

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The Christus Imperat Rapier
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

This style of Rapier is very elaborate in desig...

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1840 NCO Officers Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

On a mission to replace the out of date 1832 fo...

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Confederate Staff & Field Officer's Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Boyle, Gamble & McFee Officer’s Sword is on...

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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.