Functional Swords – Real Battle-Ready Blades

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

Tori Katana Performance Series
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Tori folded katana is one of the most elega...

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Practical Iaito Katana
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Hanwei Practical Iaito Katana by Paul Chen ...

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Practical Katana Performance Series
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(6)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Our Practical Katanas have always been at the f...

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Practical Plus Katana Performance Series
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Practical Plus Performance Series Katana pr...

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Pirate Hanger Sword
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(4) (13)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

There’s a change in the winds, says I… and no p...

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Lowlander Sword
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(2) (3)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Replicating a surviving museum piece the Lowlan...

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Antiqued Lowlander Sword
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(2) (2)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Wielded with untamed ferocity on many a Gaelic ...

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Confederate Cavalry Officer Saber
(16)
(7) (7)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

This authentic American Civil War Cavalry Saber...

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Wushu Tai Chi Sword
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(3) (4)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Grace, precision, and flow, the Wushu Tai Chi S...

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Dadao Sword
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(5) (10)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Dadao sword, meaning "Big Sword" in Chinese...

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Basket-Hilt Backsword - Antiqued
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(2) (16)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Early highland swords almost invariably carried...

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Scottish Basket Hilt Backsword
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(1) (3)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Basket-Hilt backsword dates from about 1760...

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Damascus Sir William Marshal Sword
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(2) (13)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Sir William Marshal, known as "the greatest kni...

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Sir William Marshall Sword
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(4) (4)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Our single-hand Marshall sword sets new standar...

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Godfred Viking Sword
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(1) (5) (15)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Named after King Godfred, the feared 8th-centur...

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Deschaux Rapier
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(1) (9) (7)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The Deschaux Rapier, dating back to circa 1590,...

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Scimitar (Shamshir)
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(1) (7) (15)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The scimitar, historically known as a shamshir,...

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Wood Training Dagger
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The Wood Training Dagger is a faithful recreati...

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Musketeer Rapier
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

In honour of Alexandre Dumas and the timeless c...

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Musashi Katana
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(1) (3)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Miyamoto Musashi, arguably the most famous swor...

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Shinto Katana
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Shinto is the ancient faith of the Japanese peo...

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Practical Ninja
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(7) (10)

By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Practical Shinobi Ninja-to, whose construct...

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1860 Cavalry Officer's Sword
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(5) (10)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The American Civil War Officer’s Saber evokes t...

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1860 Light Cavalry Saber
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(17) (6)

By: Windlass Steelcrafts

The M-1860 Light Cavalry Saber was one of the m...

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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.