The Viking
(Viking Type H)

This style of Viking era sword is referred to as a Type H hilt in Petersen's Typology. It is the most prominent hilt type found on swords from the Viking Age and spans a time period from late 8th C to late 10th C

The hilt components are investment cast in mild steel from original waxes carved by Peter Johnsson, based on Peter's first-hand examination and documentation of period originals of this type. The components are tumbled to a satin finish.

The blade is classified as a Geibig Type 4 (which some consider a sub-classification of the Oakeshott Type X), hand-ground from 1075 steel to a basic satin finish, heat-treated by hand in the Albion Forge Shop.

These swords will not be sold sharp, unless otherwise requested by the customer (sharpening will be done for an additional 25 EUR). The grip is of stabilized birch, wrapped with black leather.

For swords built specifically for Western Martial Arts training, steel-on-steel sparring, and stage combat see our new Albion Maestro Line.

Specifications
Overall length: 92 cm (36.75")
Blade length: 77 cm (30")
Blade width: 6 cm (2.3")
CoB: 13 cm (5.125")
CoP: 50 cm (19.75")
Weight: 1.19 kg (2 lbs 10 oz)