CAS Hanwei Cawood Viking Sword
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The famous Cawood sword, named after its discovery site near Cawood Castle in England, is considered one of the finest and best preserved examples of an 11th century Viking sword. The sword, which was preserved in the mud at the bottom of the River Ouse for nearly a millennium, has now found a permanent home at the Yorkshire Museum, where it is the main attraction. It is almost certainly a 'sister' sword to one found in Norway in 1888, which provides valuable clues to the origins of the Cawood sword. Hanwei's version of the sword perfectly replicates the pommel and steeply downward curved hilt shanks, while the broad full blade is made from forged 5160 high carbon steel. The weight and balance make for a very usable sword. No details of the original scabbard are known, but the styling of the Hanwei leather-covered version is typical of the period.
Overall length: 90.5 cm
Blade length: 75.3 cm
Steel: 5160 carbon steel
Handle: leather
Sheath: wooden
Additional parameters
| Category: | Swords, katanas, tanto |
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| EAN: | 615642012634 |
| Blade material: | Carbon Steel |
| Blade length: | 70 to 80 cm |
| Handle material: | leather |
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Paul Chen / Hanwei Forge has earned a strong reputation among collectors and practical users alike. The production process blends traditional forging techniques with modern quality control, resulting in swords that feel purposeful and refined. These blades are designed to perform, not merely to look impressive, which explains their lasting popularity. Clean lines, consistent geometry, and careful finishing reflect decades of accumulated craftsmanship.
Most blades are hand forged from high carbon steel, chosen for its balance between hardness and resilience. The material responds well to heat treatment and delivers reliable properties along the entire blade. Edge retention remains strong without sacrificing toughness, a key factor for users who value real-world performance. Skilled smiths shape and refine each blade, allowing subtle variations that give every sword its own character.
Balance and handling receive equal attention, creating a natural feel in motion rather than a heavy or awkward impression. Grip, guard, and pommel work together to support controlled movement and confidence in use. Hanwei offers a rare combination of quality, performance, and value, appealing to beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Slight differences from piece to piece underline the handmade nature and avoid a mass-produced feel.
| Manufacturing company : | Hanwei Forge |
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