Functional Swords
(Battle Ready) Hand Forged Carbon Steel Swords
All the swords found in our functional swords section are real swords that are properly forged, tempered and made like the originals. They come in many different types for art forms like Tameshigiri, Iaito, Tai Chi, Kung Fu and WEMA. They are also suited for stage productions and fight choreography. These swords are classified as "battle ready swords" however, we use the term "functional swords" interchangeably.
Functional Swords Categories
Category
European Swords
Reliks functional European swords are suitable for re-enactment, stage use or for theatrical duel...
Shop Category »
Category
Japanese Swords (Katana)
Our functional Japanese swords and katana are suitable for the martial artist and collector. Thes...
Shop Category »
Category
Chinese Swords
Reliks.com's functional Chinese swords are crafted for the martial artist, designed with consulta...
Shop Category »
Category
Fantasy Swords
Not all movie collectible swords are created equal. Many fantasy inspired pieces available on the...
Shop Category »
Category
Functional Rapiers
Reliks sword store offers functional rapiers that are made for the historical fencer. These rapie...
Shop Category »
Category
Stage Combat Swords
Stage swords are made to withstand heavier abuse than our historically accurate battle ready swor...
Shop Category »
Category
Cavalry Sabre
Our selection of American Sabers and British Sabres our hand forged and as functional as the orig...
Shop Category »
Category
Practice Swords
A swordsman has never become a master without the proper training equipment. We have a wide selec...
Shop Category »
Shop European Swords
Category
Viking Swords
Forged in fire for the Viking Reenactor! These Viking Swords would make Ulfberht Proud!
Shop Category »
Category
Single Hand Swords
The Single Hand Arming Sword is forged like the originals carried by the knight class!
Shop Category »
Category
Two Handed Greatswords
Two Handed Long Swords or Great Swords began to appear in the later periods of the dark ages. The...
Shop Category »
Category
Hand and a Half Sword
The Hand and a Half sword was also referred to as a bastard sword because it could not be classif...
Shop Category »
Category
Roman Gladius
The Roman gladius was the feared sword of the Roman army. When used in formation behind a shield ...
Shop Category »
Category
Cutlass
The cutlass was a short sword used on land and sea but was greatly favoured by sailors. It's shor...
Shop Category »
Category
Scottish Claymore
The Scottish Claymore is the highlanders greatsword, forged, tempered and battle ready!
Shop Category »
Category
Basket Hilted
Basket Hilted Broadswords and Backswords suitable for soldiers, officers, and civilian use.
Shop Category »
Shop Japanese Swords (Katana)
Category
Iaito / Iaido Swords
To practice Iaido, certain equipment is essential. The most important item is the Iaito, a practi...
Shop Category »
Category
Samurai Tanto
The Tanto was the shortest sword of the Samurai, still produced today using original methods.
Shop Category »
Category
Wakizashi
The Wakizashi is the middle length sword of the samurai, suitable for closed quarter combat.
Shop Category »
Category
Forged Mono-Steel Katana
Our Forged Katana are simply katana that aren't folded which are also known as mono-steel swords....
Shop Category »
Category
Through Tempered Katana
These blades are not forged traditionally but are forged just as tough. Unlike differential tempe...
Shop Category »
Category
Differential Tempered Katana
The differentially hardened blade was a part of the katana's ability to hold a very sharp edge wh...
Shop Category »
Category
Folded Steel Katana
In order for a sand iron katana to be strong they needed a way to purify the steel and the foldin...
Shop Category »
Category
Economical Katana
These pieces by no means claim authenticity. What they offer is an economical alternative to the ...
Shop Category »
Making News
American Revolutionary War ...
Certainly, an excellent sword for reenactors or collectors alike. (12) New images were added to t...
Read More »
French Napoleonic 1801 Cuir...
Despite the waning effectiveness of plate armour against the increasing proficiency of firearms, ...
Read More »
Oda Nobunaga Katana
Of the legends of feudal Japan, the name Oda Nobunaga needs little introduction. (5) New images w...
Read More »
Tonbo Katana
The black iron tsuba, with detailing in gold and bronze and an exquisite dragonfly scene decorati...
Read More »
Tinker Early Medieval Sword...
single hand swords to satisfy the need of every Western Martial Arts practitioner. (10) New image...
Read More »
Basket-Hilt Backsword - Ant...
The Hanwei basket hilt backsword. (13) New images were added to the (Basket-Hilt Backsword - Anti...
Read More »
Newest Articles
The Art and Evolution of th...
The Shinogi-Zukuri blade, a harmonious blend of form and function, stands as a testament to the s...
Read More »
The Evolution of the Schläg...
In this article, we delve into the origins of the Schläger, its historical significance, and how ...
Read More »
EN45 Spring Alloy Steel
EN45 steel is a strong spring alloy steel known for its high carbon content, often used in sword ...
Read More »
The Basket-Hilt - Parts of ...
The basket or basket-hilt is an evolution of the earlier medieval swords where the quillons or cr...
Read More »
The Chappe: Essential Prote...
The material of choice for a chappe was often leather, selected for its flexibility and water-res...
Read More »
1075 High Carbon Steel Swords
1075 steel is considered a good steel for swords. It is a high-carbon steel with approximately 0....
Read More »
T10 High Carbon Sword Steel
T10 steel is considered a very good material for swords, especially traditional Chinese and Japan...
Read More »
1095 High Carbon Steel Swords
1095 steel is often considered one of the best steels for swords, especially when it comes to cre...
Read More »
1566 Carbon Steel in Sword ...
1566 carbon steel emerges as a powerhouse in the realm of high-carbon alloys, its composition enr...
Read More »
9260 Spring Steel Swords
9260 steel is considered to be a very good material for swords. It's a silicon alloy spring steel...
Read More »
5160 Spring Steel Swords
5160 steel is favoured for its durability and resilience, making it a preferred choice for functi...
Read More »
1085 High Carbon Steel - Sw...
1085 steel is considered a good material for swords. It's a high-carbon steel with approximately ...
Read More »