Viktor Berbekucz – “Steppe Wind” Ultralight Nomad Saber – Black
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- Blade
- CRV4 51 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 36 5/8"
- Weight
- 2 lbs 7 oz
- Brand
- VB Swordshop
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Viktor Berbekucz – "Steppe Wind" Ultralight Nomad Saber - Black
The Steppe Wind Ultralight Nomad Saber from Viktor Berbekucz of Hungary is a fast and agile saber designed for sport combat, reenactment, and stage use. Inspired by the light cavalry sabers historically carried by nomadic warriors of the Eurasian steppe, this sword emphasizes speed, maneuverability, and durability. Its lightweight construction and resilient spring steel blade make it well suited for repeated training use and in perfecting the martial swordsmanship of the steppe. Light (for a sport weapon), durable, and highly maneuverable, the Steppe Wind Ultralight Nomad Saber is an excellent option for reenactors, stage combat performers, and historical martial artists seeking a dependable saber with the speed and handling characteristics of traditional nomadic cavalry weapons.
The blade measures 29 1/2 inches and is forged from CRV4 / 51CrV4 high carbon spring steel, a material valued for its excellent toughness and flexibility. Designed for safe training and reenactment, the blade features blunted edges approximately 2–3 mm thick and a rounded tip. Tempered to roughly 50–54 HRc, the blade is capable of absorbing repeated blade contact without becoming brittle or losing its lively handling qualities.
The hilt is constructed with durability in mind. The steel guard and pommel secure the blade with a solid peen of the tang over the pommel, ensuring a dependable mechanical assembly. For additional reinforcement, the tang is welded to the guard and pommel, creating a rigid structure that holds up well under demanding use. The 4 3/4-inch grip, made from wood and wrapped in leather, offers a secure and comfortable single-handed hold. Despite the saber’s reinforced construction, it remains exceptionally lively in motion. Weighing 2 lbs 7 oz with a point of balance approximately 3 3/4 inches from the guard, the sword delivers quick acceleration and responsive handling that favors swift cuts and fluid movement—qualities associated with the mobile cavalry warfare of the steppe.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- VB Swordshop
- Era
- Medieval
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 36 5/8"
- Blade Length
- 29 1/2"
- Blade
- CRV4 51 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lbs 7 oz
- Edge
- Rebated
- P.O.B.
- 3 3/4"
- Thickness
- 3.7 mm - 2.8 mm
- Width
- 36.9 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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