Viktor Berbekucz – Richard Norman Sword – Black
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- Blade
- CRV4 51 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 33 1/2"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 8 oz
- Brand
- VB Swordshop
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Viktor Berbekucz – Richard Norman Sword - Black
The Richard Norman Sword by Viktor Berbekucz is an early medieval arming sword built for the demands of sport combat, reenactment, and stage fighting. Reflecting the straightforward and effective design of early knightly swords, this piece emphasizes durability and practical handling. With a tough spring steel blade and a reinforced hilt assembly, it is well suited to repeated blade contact. It is a solid choice for reenactors, historical martial artists, and stage combat practitioners looking for a reliable arming sword capable of standing up to demanding use.
The blade measures 27 5/16 inches in length and is forged from CRV4 (51CrV4) high carbon spring steel, a material valued for its combination of resilience, flexibility, and durability. For safety in training and reenactment environments, the blade is intentionally blunted with edges approximately 2–3 mm thick and finished with a rounded spatulate tip. The blade is tempered to approximately 50–54 HRc, allowing it to absorb the stresses of repeated impacts while flexing and returning true.
The hilt is constructed with an emphasis on strength and reliability. A solid steel crossguard protects the hand and provides a stable transition between blade and grip, while the steel pommel anchors the sword securely. The tang runs through the hilt and is firmly peened over the pommel, creating a tight mechanical construction intended to remain secure during heavy use. For additional durability, the tang is reinforced where it meets the guard and pommel. The 4 3/4 inch grip, crafted from beechwood and wrapped in leather, offers a comfortable and secure one-handed hold appropriate for the handling style of a classic knightly weapon.
In hand, the sword strikes a good balance between sturdiness and agility. It weighs 2 lbs 8 oz with a point of balance approximately 4 1/4 inches from the guard, giving it enough forward presence to deliver authoritative cuts while still remaining responsive during drills, sparring, or choreographed combat.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- VB Swordshop
- Era
- Medieval
- Overall Length
- 33 1/2"
- Blade Length
- 27 5/16"
- Blade
- CRV4 51 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 8 oz
- Edge
- Rebated
- P.O.B.
- 4 1/4"
- Thickness
- 4 mm - 3.7 mm
- Width
- 42.5 mm
- Grip Length
- 4 3/4"
- Country of Origin
- Hungary
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The Maker
VB Swordshop
I am Viktor Berbekucz, weaponsmith.
Ever since childhoold, I’ve been drawn in by daggers and swords. Already at 14 years old I’ve been collecting tomes detailing the subject, and around this time I started to take part in medieval reenactments. My first swords have been made for personal use, and then I truly understood what sort of stress a weapon has to endure when I wield them.
To increase their quality, I’ve contacted experts. I can thank much to the help of the Hungarian National Museum’s specialist, Temesváry Ferenc, who expanded my tehoretical knowledge. As well as to Jeges András, restorator and my mentor, who introduced me to the basics of swordsmithing.
At 21 years old, I’ve began working on the idea of my very own workshop. It surprised me that there was a demand for my swords and armours. Since then I’ve been holding the improvement of quality as my most important task. Since my three decades taught me that bladesmithing is never a concluded thing; there is always more to learn. The greatest teacher is the work itself, and the strictest quality inspector is the customer. To me, the greatest acknowledgment is that my clients always return – this gives me certainty that I am on the right path. I honestly believe that my creations help discover the past, and give joy to those who take them in hand.
Story of VB Swordshop and the webshop
More than twenty years ago I’ve become more close-knit with reenactment. As reenactor of the Salamon Historic Club and the Order of Saint George (of the Kingdom of Hungary). During this time I’ve met with many mediveal reenactors, collectors, craftsmen, and craftswomen. Which is how I experienced the needs of the customer side. Parallel to mediveal reenactment, I’ve started smithing. First as a sole proprietor, then with two employees.
Without my wife Andrea, none of this would have become possible. She worked administration, orders, and correspondence with customers. So I could fully focus on the smithing. We’ve been touring Europe’s Renaissance and Medieval fairs, where we presented our products.
The number of orders have continuosuly grown, not just from individuals, but also from the Hungarian Defence Forces. The number of people in the worshop also have risen. The Andrea’s suggestion we’ve switched to a company, and that’s how VB Swordshop came to be, and she created the webshop too.
Our company’s motto: “Tradition, Quality, Guarantee” – which expresses our creed.
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