Hanwei Trondheim Viking Sword

Hanwei continues to push the envelope with its forging capability in the Trondheim sword, Paul Chen produced this as a one piece forging in pattern-welded high-carbon steel, the traditional style of Viking sword blade smithing resulting in a symmetrical, Damascus steel design.

Modelled on swords that have been discovered in the area around Trodheim, Norway, the sword exhibits early ninth-century styling, a time when the Norwegian Vikings were pillaging Britain and Ireland. The beauty of the blade is matched by the grip and scabbard, both of which are wrapped in top-grain leather, engraved in a classic Viking motif. 

This recreation, combining the ancient Viking forging techniques and modern steel, is even more functional than those used by the Vikings themselves..!