Ronin Katana – Viking Sword
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 31 5/16''
- Weight
- 2 lb 3.2 oz
- Brand
- Ronin Katana
- Culture
- Viking
- Era
- Dark Ages
Overview
Ronin Katana - Viking Sword
This Viking Sword by Ronin Katana has a sharp blade of 1075 high carbon steel. The guard and pommel are stainless steel and the grip was finished with a wrap of black cord over a wooden core. The blade tang is peened over the pommel to ensure a strong fitting between blade and hilt. Included with the sword is a wood-core scabbard which is wrapped in supple, stitched leather and completed with stainless steel fittings.
Many Viking swords feel heavy in the hand and their wide blades can give them a good amount of forward weight. This is good for powerful striking, but for many people it creates a blade that is slow to respond and difficult to wield depending on their individual strength and technique. By contrast this Viking sword is easy to wield. The shorter and slightly tapered blade keeps it from feeling tip heavy and instead makes it very quick, agile and responsive. Also, some people dislike the tendency of the wide pommel of Viking swords to dig into their hand or wrist when they use their preferred technique - the pommel on this Viking sword is less wide than most and minimizes this tendency for those who dislike it.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Ronin Katana
- Culture
- Viking
- Era
- Dark Ages
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 31 5/16''
- Blade Length
- 25 3/4''
- Blade
- 1075 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lb 3.2 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 5 1/4''
- Thickness
- 6.4 mm - 3.1 mm
- Width
- 42.2 mm
- Grip Length
- 4''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What steel is the blade made from? Common Question
1075 high carbon steel.
Q How does it handle compared to heavier Viking swords? Common Question
Its shorter, slightly tapered blade makes it quick, agile, and responsive with less tip‑heavy feel.
Q Is the edge sharpened? Common Question
Yes, it comes sharp.
Q What are the guard and pommel made of, and how is the tang secured? Common Question
The guard and pommel are stainless steel, and the tang is peened over the pommel.
Q What scabbard is included? Common Question
A wood‑core scabbard wrapped in stitched leather with stainless steel fittings.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 31 5/16 in; blade length 25 3/4 in; grip 4 in; point of balance about 5 1/4 in; weight 2 lb 3.2 oz; blade width 42.2 mm; thickness 6.4–3.1 mm.
Q Is this suitable for cutting practice or reenactment? Common Question
Classed as battle ready with a peened tang and sharp edge; suitable for cutting practice where permitted. For reenactment that requires blunt blades, this would not be suitable without modification.
Q What is the grip construction and feel? Common Question
Wooden core finished with a black cord wrap; the slightly narrower pommel helps reduce wrist contact.
Q Where is it made and by whom? Common Question
Made by Ronin Katana in China.
Q How should I maintain it? Common Question
Keep the carbon steel blade lightly oiled, wipe dry after handling, and periodically condition the leather scabbard.
The Maker
Ronin Katana
Ronin Katana offers the largest selection of Samurai swords. After traveling to Longquan city, founder Chris Scoggin dedicated years to crafting a line of revolutionary Japanese and European swords.
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Lovely little sword. I had been on the wait list for this one, and glad I pulled the trigger. Although I purchased for display only, I have no doubt that it would make a fine cutter.
Blade came sharp and straight. Fullers are even and no glaring scratches. Someone evidently put some thought into the grip design because it is comfortable for a Viking sword. The edges on both the pommel and guard were softened and slightly swept away from the hand. Good job with polishing as well with no visible hammer marks around the peen.
Blade does feel lively and feels more like an Arming sword to me. Perfect little scabbard to compliment it too. Tight fitting and well stitched with simple yet elegant fittings. Very happy to add this to my modest, yet ever growing collection. Thank you again KoA!