Windlass – Sticklestad Viking Sword
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1065 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 37''
- Weight
- 2 lbs 5 oz
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- Viking
- Era
- Dark Ages
Overview
Windlass - Sticklestad Viking Sword
Named for the Battle of Sticklestad 1030 AD in which the Viking warrior Olaf Haraldson (destined to be canonized ''Saint Olaf'') fell, this Viking sword features an unsharpened carbon steel blade, steel guard and pommel with copper highlights and a wood grip wrapped in brown suede flanked by copper rings. Includes a brown suede wrapped wood scabbard with steel accents.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- Viking
- Era
- Dark Ages
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 37''
- Blade Length
- 31''
- Blade
- 1065 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 5 oz
- Edge
- Unsharpened
- P.O.B.
- 5 7/8''
- Thickness
- 3.5 mm
- Width
- 47.9 mm
- Grip Length
- 3 7/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
Reviews
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is the blade material and edge condition? Common Question
1065 high carbon steel with an unsharpened edge (standard grade).
Q How does it handle and where is the point of balance? Common Question
It is a light, lively-handling Viking sword with a point of balance about 5 7/8 inches from the guard.
Q Is the hilt construction peened? Common Question
Yes, the pommel is peened for durability.
Q What are the guard and pommel materials and finish details? Common Question
Steel guard and pommel with copper highlights and geometric incised accents.
Q What is the grip and scabbard construction? Common Question
Wood grip wrapped in brown suede with copper rings; wood-core scabbard wrapped in brown suede with steel accents and multiple suspension rings.
Q Overall size and weight? Common Question
Overall length 37 inches; blade 31 inches; weight approximately 2 lbs 5 oz.
Q Is it suitable for cutting or reenactment? Common Question
Classed as battle ready; arrives unsharpened for safe handling and reenactment-style use. It can be sharpened if local laws and venue rules permit.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Made in India by Windlass Steelcrafts.
Q Any care recommendations? Common Question
Keep the carbon steel blade lightly oiled, wipe after handling, and avoid moisture; brush suede gently and store the sword dry in the scabbard.
Q Historical inspiration? Common Question
Inspired by Viking-era swords, named for the Battle of Stiklestad (1030 AD).
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The Maker
Windlass Steelcrafts
Windlass Steelcrafts not only creates props, clothing, and accessories to customers and popular TV productions, but also military supplies to governments across six continents – a testament to their expertise and quality. Their weapons, armor, shields, clothing and accessories are top notch quality for a price you can’t beat.
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Light & lively This Viking-style sword is one of the lightest swords I’ve owned, a fact I appreciate the older I become. It’s a lively-handling sword, well-balanced, and cutting the usual bottles and foam is quite easy. I sharpened it myself with an Accu-sharp tool, and it was not difficult at all to give it a sharp edge. I am very impressed with the quality of steel used. I actually used it to trim a Mulberry tree, and it sliced through rather thick limbs quite handily. There was no damage to the blade even after this admitted abuse. This is also a very attractive weapon, with a subtly elegant design. I especially like the suede handle – although I realize others will not like it – I find it makes for a good, firm grip. The scabbard is much better than the usual Windlass offering; it is a wood core well-wrapped in suede (matching the grip) with steel accents with steel tabs to secure it to a belt or harness. The sword fits somewhat loosely, but not overly so, making it easy to draw quickly. I believe you could dye this suede another color if you wanted. In all, this is one of the better swords I’ve owned, and it is one I doubt I’ll ever part with. I highly recommend the Sticklestad Viking sword.
Nice Received today and was pretty much what I was expecting. Its sturdy but still light, simple but nice looking sword. There was some very light rust on the pommel that should come off fine with polishing. Delivered 6 days after ordering and I opted for sharpening so quite happy with shipping time.
This isn’t my first Windlass sword but it’s probably the best I’ve gotten yet, especially when you factor in the scabbard. The blade itself is nice- fairly accurate, well-balanced for the type of sword, and light. No major issues at all with the blade, only thing I can spot besides some hammer marks (which for me are a plus) is a SLIGHT (very slight) asymmetricality to the tip. The handle itself is gorgeous and comfortable- a LITTLE on the narrow side, though that’s fairly accurate, and some of the copper on the crossguard was a little rusted, but not very much and just enough that I find it to add character rather than to be a drawback. And while yes, the handle is a tad narrow, this sword is COMFORTABLE to hold onto, and like I said, weighted beautifully. I could swing it around for hours on end without any discomfort. The best thing, though, is the scabbard. This is a beautifully crafted scabbard that has some real design to it- it’s not just your typical leather-covered wood with a chape and throat, possible a strap or two to connect to a belt. It’s fairly in-line with what scabbards of the day were like, to my knowledge- absolutely LOVE the four belt clips on it for hooking up to a Roman-style baldric. I was hesitant at first because I tend to prefer 8th-9th century Viking swords, but I 100% do not regret this purchase at all and have a feeling this will stay in my collection for a long time.
At first purchase, I did not like the grip. It felt too thin and uncomfortable when swinging. After wrapping with the grip tape that sticks to itself, it was way better. Then the engravings in the pommel bother my hand. I plan to file the edge parts smooth. Once that is done, it will be a fantastic sword. With these minor modifications done at the factory, I would give it 5 stars. It’s beautiful, handles well, and has a great review on SBG.