Functional Swords – Real Battle-Ready Blades

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

Celtic Sword LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Step into the age of heroes with the Hanwei Cel...

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Praying Mantis Katana - L6/Bainite LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Praying Mantis is a symbol of cunning and p...

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Wooden Pirate Sword
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Hoist the Jolly Roger and take up your blade, m...

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Oakeshott Type XIV Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Powerful in the cut and deadly in the thrust, t...

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Bastard Sword
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By: Kingston Arms

The Bastard Sword by Kingston Arms brings back ...

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Tiger Elite Katana LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

The Tiger Elite Katana features a hand forged a...

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Naval Cutlass
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

Amidst the smoke and chaos of a Civil War naval...

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Tori Katana Performance Series LAST
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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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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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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

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

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Antiqued Lowlander Sword LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Wielded with untamed ferocity on many a Gaelic ...

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Confederate Cavalry Officer Saber
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

This authentic American Civil War Cavalry Saber...

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Wushu Tai Chi Sword LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

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

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Scottish Basket Hilt Backsword LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

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

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Damascus Sir William Marshal Sword LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

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

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Sir William Marshal Sword
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

Our single-hand Marshal sword sets new standard...

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Ninja Bokken LAST
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This ninja practice sword is what has become to...

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Ulfberht Sword
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

An old legend has it that a Nordic smith named ...

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Godfred Viking Sword LAST
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By: Paul Chen - Hanwei

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

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Deschaux Rapier
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

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

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Scimitar (Shamshir)
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By: Windlass Steelcrafts

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

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Wooden Long Sword
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The Wooden Long Sword is a classic training wea...

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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.