Viktor Berbekucz – Ivanhoe Longsword with 35″ Blade – Brown
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- Blade
- CRV4 51 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 46 1/4"
- Weight
- 3 lbs 7 oz
- Brand
- VB Swordshop
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Viktor Berbekucz – Ivanhoe Longsword with 35" Blade - Brown
The Ivanhoe Longsword from Viktor Berbekucz of Hungary is a robust medieval-style longsword designed for sport combat, reenactment, and stage use. Built with durability as a priority, it combines a resilient spring steel blade with a reinforced hilt assembly so the sword can withstand repeated blade-on-blade contact. Durable, historically styled, and purpose-built for demanding use, the Ivanhoe Longsword is an excellent option for reenactors, stage combat performers, and armored fighting practitioners seeking a dependable training weapon with the look and proportions of a classic medieval longsword.
The blade measures about 35 inches and is crafted from CRV4 / 51CrV4 high carbon spring steel, a material well known for its toughness and flexibility. The blade is intentionally blunted for safe training, featuring thick edges of roughly 2–3 mm and a rounded spatulate tip suited for reenactment combat. Tempered to approximately 50–54 HRc, the blade is capable of absorbing repeated impacts while maintaining structural integrity and reliable handling characteristics.
The hilt is built for strength and longevity. The steel crossguard and pommel anchor the blade securely, with the tang peened firmly over the pommel to create a durable mechanical construction. For additional reinforcement, the tang is welded to both the guard and pommel, ensuring the hilt remains rigid and dependable even during intensive use. The junction between blade and guard is also tightly fitted and reinforced to minimize movement at this critical stress point. The 8 5/8-inch grip, crafted from beechwood and wrapped in leather, provides ample room for a comfortable two-handed hold. This length allows practitioners to apply leverage for powerful strikes while maintaining precise control during binds and transitions. Despite its sturdy construction, the sword remains agile in motion. It weighs approx. 3 lbs 7 oz with a point of balance approximately 3 9/16 inches from the guard, giving it a responsive feel despite its tough construction.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- VB Swordshop
- Era
- Medieval
- Overall Length
- 46 1/4"
- Blade Length
- 35 1/4"
- Blade
- CRV4 51 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 3 lbs 7 oz
- Edge
- Rebated
- P.O.B.
- 3 9/16"
- Thickness
- 3.9 mm - 3.6 mm
- Width
- 41 mm
- Grip Length
- 8 5/8"
- 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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