Viking sword Petersen type G, semi-sharp

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The single-edged Viking sword is a replica of a 9th-century original discovered in eastern Norway. What sets this sword apart from other 9th–10th century examples is the distinctive shape of its guard and pommel. The sword is classified as a Petersen Type G, which was in use between 790 and 850 AD. Swords of this type are quite rare — only a few original finds are known.

Several 9th-century Viking swords featured single-edged blades, a tradition that evolved from the long Germanic saxes and gradually disappeared after the Christianisation of Scandinavia in the 10th–12th centuries. During the Viking Age, swords were extremely expensive to produce, and single-edged examples were cheaper alternatives. The thick spine of the blade also permitted it to rest comfortably against the body, which was advantageous for mounted warriors or for those carrying a sword for long periods.

At the time when this sword was in use, the Viking world was in full expansion. Vikings from the Baltic region sailed down the Dnieper and Volga rivers, where they played key roles in the early histories of Russia and Ukraine, and many served as Varangian Guards in the Byzantine Empire. Meanwhile, Harald Fairhair united Norway under his rule through a series of campaigns. This was also the era of the colonisation of Iceland and the foundation of Viking settlements across Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man.

The sword is crafted from EN45 spring steel and comes complete with a leather scabbard.

Product details
Product details:
Material blade: EN45 spring steel
Material grip: brass and wood
Total length: approx. 82 cm
Blade length: approx. 67 cm
Edge: semi-sharp (2 mm)
Length grip: approx. 15 cm (grip section approx. 10 cm)
Max. blade width: approx. 4.5 cm
Balance point: approx. 14.5 cm below crossguard
Incl. leather scabbard
Weight without scabbard: approx. 1.04 kg
Weight with scabbard: approx. 1.29 kg
Based on a historic original
Shipment weight (grams): 1500

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