The Drakkar Blade Viking Sword

🗡️ Viking Sword Description

The Viking sword, also known as the Norse sword, is a weapon that emerged during the early Middle Ages, commonly used from the 8th to 11th centuries by Norse warriors, commonly called Vikings. It is a symbol of power, prestige, and craftsmanship.

🔩 Key Features:

• Blade:

  • Double-edged and straight, designed for slashing rather than thrusting.

  • Typically around 70–90 cm (28–36 inches) in length.

  • Made of pattern-welded steel in earlier versions, creating a distinctive ripple pattern; later models used higher-quality single-forged steel.

  • Fuller (a shallow groove) runs along the blade to reduce weight without compromising strength.

• Hilt:

  • Short guard (crossguard) offering minimal hand protection.

  • Grip made from wood, bone, or leather-wrapped material, fitted to one hand.

  • Pommel is often large, lobed, or trilobate (three-lobed), balancing the sword and showing off decorative styles.

• Scabbard:

  • Typically made from wood, lined with wool or leather, and often decorated.

  • Hung from a baldric (shoulder strap) for ease of access.

• Weight:

  • Generally lightweight, around 1.1 to 1.5 kg (2.4 to 3.3 lbs).

  • Balanced for quick strikes and agility in battle.

🧬 Symbolism and Craftsmanship:

• Viking swords were not just weapons—they were often family heirlooms, passed down through generations.

• Richly decorated swords indicated high social status and were sometimes named (e.g., “Leg-biter” or “Widow-maker”).

• Some blades bore inscriptions, such as “Ulfberht,” linked to high-quality Frankish swordsmiths.

⚔️ Use in Battle:

• Used with a shield, as part of the classic Viking fighting style.

• Ideal for close combat, delivering powerful slashing attacks.

• Often used by the wealthiest warriors, while poorer fighters relied on axes or spears.