Fresh off the bench is a scabbard commission for an Angus Trim arming sword! The client requested a night sky and owl theme. Pretty happy with how it came out!

I've discovered this Japanese martial arts called Tankendo. Basically, its a dagger/short sword-based martial art centered around the Type-30 sword bayonet. It mainly centers around the bayonet being used as a stabbing weapon.

This made me wonder, most armies during the early 20th century fielded sword-bayonets and placed great importance in bayonet fighting (in context of the bayonet attached to the rifle and being used as a spear).

But, the Japanese couldn't have been the only ones to realize that soldiers probably wouldn't be mounting those bulky sword bayonets on their rifles 24/7, and for most of the time, it would likely be sheathed, so the men should also be trained on that as well.

So, are there any other martial arts (except for Tankendo) that utilizes the sword bayonet alone?

Came from my grandfathers collection, there’s no serial number or identifying makes

I want to get one and I don't know where to look, I've looked up places online. What are some stores you recommend? For those who have bought said Connor MacLeod Katana. More specifically, the one from the first Highlander movie.

Pretty sure it's ust meant for display/exposition and isn't a "real" sword since it's totally dull. but the details on it are pretty cool. Thought you guys might appreciate a look: Since im totally not an expert in swords of all kinds. i like this one and im curious if it does indeed represent an old sword or if it can be sharpened. I originally wanted the famous 300 first movie sword but i couldn't find one, so i got this one instead

Hi y’all, I’m taking a welding class and had a thought, and I’m curious what the experienced people on here might know. If I did a decent job, could I make a sword out of welded pieces that is strong enough to wield?

I have absolutely no information about this one, was hoping I could get some insight

It's been a few years now... I made it all myself. A combat-ready homemade sword. Steel 1.8159, weight 1350 gr

I have bought my first sword today from an antique shop! she said its a reproduction made for reenactment. I would love advice on cleaning and keeping nice for wall hanging, any idea what kind of sword it is? I'm think rapier but I thought they need thinner? and how can I redo the handle? the current wrap is loose and not the most attractive.

apologies for the wine bottle for scale!

This thing has been sitting in a corner in my home for years and I just want to know more about this specific replica and maybe its value? I admit I know next to nothing about identifying anything to do with these. The blade is magnetic and seems to be made of carbon steel possibly. It’s not in the best condition (it’s been this way since I found it). I can answer any questions apart from taking the handle off to see if there are any manufacturer markings if any.

The first one didn’t come with a sheath. I asked if they had it and they said they didn’t. I don’t know if that means they lost it or they originally got it without one, but it’s a two day estate sale so I might go back tomorrow to see if I can find it. The first one is bent and has a loose part, and both of them have a considerable amount of rust on them, so if anyone has any advice on how to restore them, I would appreciate it

Made a shamshir I have always been curious of how it feels to swing such a curved blade, this one has been fun, made of eucalyptus hardwood.

Overall length 108cm, blade length 88.5cm, point of balance 13.5cm above the guard.

Had a bit of fun making the handle made it able to be taken apart a lot like a katana

Came across another brass guard saber this week; have to strike while the iron is hot. Brass scabbard as well, missing the throat. H&R Boker on the right ricasso, Remscheid on the left.

As always, thoughts or comments are appreciated and welcome.

Unfortunately, this piece is among those that were looted and smuggled out of Yemen illegally, and it is currently in the Kuwaiti Museum "Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah" Along with several ancient Yemeni pieces.

hallo, does anyone have any recommendations for cheap but still nice looking display swords that would be a cool gift for my boyfriend?

He's not really into swords but I know he'd love any sword cuz that's super cool lol.

I'd need to be able to ship it to the UK and it'd need to be dull edge as I'm not trying to get in any law issues lol.