Functional Swords – Real Battle-Ready Blades

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

Roman Maintz Gladius Sword
(1)
(1) (2)

By: Legacy Arms

The Roman Maintz Gladius Sword represents one o...

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Ogami Itto Katana
(10)

By: Dragon King

The Ogami Itto Katana brings one of Japanese ma...

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Federschwert Fencing Longsword
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(1) (9)

By: Kingston Arms

Based on a period original fencing sword now lo...

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Celestial Katana LAST
CHANCE
(1)
(1) (12)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The celestial bodies pull at the waters edge an...

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Honshu Practice Broadsword
(22)
(14) (2)

By: Honshu

Constructed from the highest grade of polypropy...

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Honshu Practice Katana
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(2) (2)

By: Honshu

Having a high quality and safe tool to practice...

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Faithkeeper - Sword of the Knights Templar
(10)
(1) (7) (13)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Faithkeeper – Sword of the Knights Templar ...

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Cinquedea Sword
(5)
(3) (10)

By: Cold Steel

The Cinquedea [Ching-kwi-dey-uh] has held a lon...

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Tourney Arming Sword
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(1) (11)

By: Kingston Arms

The Tourney Series Medieval Sparring Sword fro...

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Suburito
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(1) (3) (2)

By: Cold Steel

For serious swordsmen who want to build strengt...

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Tourney Viking Sword
(1)
(1) (10)

By: Kingston Arms

The Kingston Arms Tourney Viking Sword brings t...

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WarFire Katana
(2)
(10)

By: Dragon King

The WarFire Katana by Dragon King evokes the ch...

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Ashdown Viking Sword
(2)
(2) (11)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Ashdown Viking Sword commemorates one of th...

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Fencing Side Sword - Blunt
(1)
(9)

By: Kingston Arms

The renowned Fencing Side Sword is back, now re...

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Knights Sword
(10)

By: Kingston Arms

The first in a series of swords designed by Gus...

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Arming Sword
(7)
(7) (7)

By: Kingston Arms

The second sword in a series of performance ori...

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Sport Feder
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(4) (11)

By: Kingston Arms

The Kingston Arms Sport Feder is a HEMA sparrin...

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Oda Nobunaga Katana LAST
CHANCE
(14)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Of the legends of feudal Japan, the name Oda No...

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Renaissance Side Sword
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(2) (7)

By: Kingston Arms

The Renaissance Side Sword has returned, refine...

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The Sword Excalibur
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(3) (14)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

There is no other sword in the annals of litera...

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Classic Bastard Sword
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(2) (15)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Classic Bastard Sword embodies the strength...

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Model 1850 Union Staff & Field Officer's Sword
(5)
(3) (11)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Explore the historical craftsmanship of this su...

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Confederate Staff & Field Officer's Sword
(5)
(3) (11)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

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

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Confederate Cavalry Saber
(5)
(3) (2)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Confederate Cavalry Saber stands as a tribu...

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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.