{"title":"Viking, Medieval \u0026 Damascus Swords for Sale","description":"\u003c!-- BA:INTRO:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind Your Next Collector's Sword\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop swords for sale in Viking, medieval, Celtic and other historical styles, with Damascus patterns, polished blades and distinctive hilt designs. Choose a sword for the details you want to see in your collection: carved wood, leather wrapping, engraved fittings or a dramatic curved profile. Compare the listed blade length, overall size and included scabbard to find a piece that suits your display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/leather-wrapped-viking-sword-with-forged-crossguard-and-hand-stitched-tan-scabbard\"\u003eleather-wrapped Viking sword with a tan scabbard\u003c\/a\u003e for a traditional material combination, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/goldhilt-damascus-gold-cross-medieval-sword-with-fullered-blade\"\u003eGoldhilt Damascus medieval sword\u003c\/a\u003e for an ornate cross-motif hilt, or an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/polished-egyptian-khopesh-sword-with-wood-handle-and-leather-sheath\"\u003eEgyptian khopesh with a polished curved blade\u003c\/a\u003e for a different silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding a broader collection? Explore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collectible-custom-knives\"\u003ecollectible and custom knives\u003c\/a\u003e for smaller presentation pieces, or browse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/knives-edc\"\u003eknives, EDC gear and tools collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:INTRO:END --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BA:BUYING-GUIDE:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare Sword Styles, Sizes and Display Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA useful comparison starts with the actual sword. The examples below show how much blade shape, overall length and presentation can differ within this collection. Measurements and materials are taken from the individual product listings; open the linked model for its full specifications and current availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Sword style and size comparison\" tabindex=\"0\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eSelected swords compared by style, overall length and design\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSword to explore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDesign details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eViking \/ Norse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gunnar-damascus-sword-with-fullered-blade-and-carved-vegvisir-scabbard\"\u003eGunnar Damascus sword\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26-inch patterned blade, wood grip and carved wooden scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMedieval\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/goldhilt-damascus-gold-cross-medieval-sword-with-fullered-blade\"\u003eGoldhilt medieval sword\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-inch Damascus blade, gold-toned fittings and cross-motif pommel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCeltic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/traditional-damascus-forged-steel-celtic-sword-with-a-layered-damascus-blade\"\u003eDamascus Celtic sword\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-inch blade, reddish-brown wood grip and flared steel crossguard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGreek-inspired short sword\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ares-xiphos-sword-with-damascus-guard-and-ball-pommel-handle\"\u003eAres xiphos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11-inch Damascus blade, matching guard and stacked wood-and-brass handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEgyptian-inspired curved sword\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/polished-egyptian-khopesh-sword-with-wood-handle-and-leather-sheath\"\u003ePolished khopesh\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-inch curved blade, dark wood handle and leather sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTanto-style sword\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/polished-steel-tanto-sword-with-wrapped-handle-and-leather-sheath\"\u003ePolished steel tanto sword\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 24–26 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngled tip, wrapped grip and brown leather sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePaired butterfly swords\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wing-chun-butterfly-swords-with-wood-grain-damascus-blades\"\u003eWing Chun Damascus pair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 inches each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo swords with wood-grain blade patterns, dark wood grips and D-guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eViking swords: compare the blade and scabbard together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a Norse-themed display, the scabbard can carry as much visual detail as the sword. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/northmen-viking-sword-with-damascus-blade-and-beast-head-chape\"\u003e35-inch Northmen Viking sword\u003c\/a\u003e pairs a patterned blade with knotwork fittings and a beast-head scabbard tip. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/medieval-norse-viking-sword-with-carved-wood-scabbard\"\u003e36-inch Viking sword with a carved wood scabbard\u003c\/a\u003e takes a different direction, combining a plain polished blade with a pale wooden scabbard and silver-toned fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/norwegian-viking-sword-with-carved-norse-knotwork\"\u003eNorwegian Viking sword with carved Norse knotwork\u003c\/a\u003e adds another combination of wood carving, engraved metalwork and a patterned blade. Compare the grip, pommel and scabbard finish together when choosing a piece for an existing collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedieval, Celtic and polished steel swords: choose your focal point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Goldhilt model draws attention to its decorated hilt and long Damascus blade. The Celtic sword in the comparison table uses a wood grip, flared crossguard and geometric pommel for a different outline. For a polished finish, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/handmade-full-tang-sword-with-rosewood-handle-braided-leather-scabbard\"\u003e30-inch rosewood-handle sword\u003c\/a\u003e is listed with a 22-inch high-carbon steel blade and braided-lace leather scabbard. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/elite-spartan-sword-with-d-guard-and-leather-sheath\"\u003eElite Spartan sword with a D-guard\u003c\/a\u003e offers a wrapped grip and a black leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the combination that fits your display: contrasting wood and steel, prominent hilt decoration, or a scabbard with its own visual interest. These are modern historical-style pieces; the names describe their design inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDamascus or polished steel: compare more than the pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamascus swords in this collection are described with flowing bands, wood-grain patterns or swirling blade details. Polished steel models emphasize the blade's outline and reflective finish. Look at the close-up photographs alongside the stated steel, tang construction, edge condition and care instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pattern name alone does not specify the alloys, heat treatment or intended use. For a deeper explanation of pattern-welded steel, handle materials and maker documentation, read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/made-in-the-usa\/collectible-custom-knife-buying-guide\"\u003ecollectible and custom knife buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Its material-comparison questions also help when evaluating a collector's sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort sword or full-length display piece: measure your space\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16-inch Ares xiphos and 38-inch Goldhilt medieval sword need very different amounts of display space. Measure the whole piece, including the pommel and any scabbard you plan to show. For another compact-looking design, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/antler-guard-short-sword-with-patterned-steel-blade\"\u003eantler-guard short sword with a patterned blade\u003c\/a\u003e, then confirm its exact measurements before choosing a stand. Check weight and mounting requirements separately; a photograph does not establish either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne sword or a matched set: check the contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single sword makes a focal point; a matched pair offers a different arrangement for a cabinet or wall display. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hand-forged-viking-sword-set-with-pattern-welded-blades-and-stitched-black-scabbard\"\u003etwo-sword Viking set\u003c\/a\u003e is listed with two 30-inch swords and one stitched black leather scabbard. The Wing Chun pair in the table contains two 20-inch swords. Confirm the number of swords, scabbards and accessories in the listing, especially when planning a symmetrical display or buying a set as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlade, grip and scabbard care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove fingerprints with a clean, dry cloth after handling, keep steel dry and follow the maker's instructions for any protective oil. Avoid abrasive polish on etched patterns, decorative finishes or plated fittings unless the maker approves it. Wood, leather and metal can require different care products. Check whether the supplied scabbard is recommended for long-term storage, and choose secure display hardware suited to the sword's dimensions and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose a collector's gift around the recipient's interests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a style or material the recipient already enjoys: Norse carving, medieval hilt decoration, patterned steel or a distinctive curved blade. Check their available display space and whether the sword includes a sheath or scabbard. Keep the product specifications and purchase record with the gift. Collectors interested in additional blade profiles can also explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fixed-blade-knives\"\u003efixed-blade knife collection\u003c\/a\u003e, comparing each item's stated purpose and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:BUYING-GUIDE:END --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BA:FAQ:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSword Buying FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these antique swords or modern historical-style swords?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product listings describe modern pieces inspired by Viking, medieval, Celtic, Greek, Egyptian and other designs. A style name does not establish antique age or an exact reproduction of a museum object. Choose according to the documented materials, measurements and design details of the individual sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these swords intended for display or martial arts practice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany models are described as collector's or display pieces. For supervised practice, stage work or reenactment, confirm the exact model's intended use with its maker and your instructor or organizer. Damascus styling, a full tang or a substantial size does not establish suitability for contact practice or cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo the swords come sharpened?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome listings explicitly describe sharpened edges; others use terms such as double-edged or display sword. Confirm the actual edge condition for the model you select. A sword sold for display should not be assumed to have a blunt edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes every sword include a scabbard or sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Goldhilt listing specifies a sword without a scabbard, while selected Viking, khopesh and tanto-style models list storage accessories. Sets can include fewer scabbards than swords. Check the written contents before ordering; stands or styling accessories in photographs are not automatically included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I verify that a sword is made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the manufacturing statement for the specific model and request clarification if it is unclear. A U.S. business address, domestic shipping or the word handmade does not establish manufacturing origin. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/business-guidance\/resources\/complying-made-usa-standard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFTC's Made in USA guidance\u003c\/a\u003e explains domestic-origin claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I check delivery charges and return eligibility?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview the item's product-specific terms, delivery options at checkout and BuyAmerican.com's \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e. Confirm any preparation time and exclusions that apply to the exact sword before completing your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:FAQ:END --\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/2494\/1860\/collections\/medieval-sword-forest-stump.webp?v=1792374940","url":"https:\/\/buyamerican.com\/collections\/swords.oembed","provider":"BuyAmerican","version":"1.0","type":"link"}