{"product_id":"handmade-medieval-fantasy-short-sword-in-polished-steel-with-gothic-cross-hilt-for-collection-cosplay-and-display","title":"Handmade Medieval Fantasy Short Sword in Polished Steel with Gothic Cross Hilt for Collection, Cosplay and Display","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThe seax knife has a long history that goes back well before the Viking age. Germanic tribes across northern Europe carried this blade every day for farm work, hunting, and fighting, and Viking warriors rarely left home without one, using it as both a backup weapon in battle and a useful tool around camp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eAt JWSteelCrafts, we get a lot of questions about this style. So let's break down what makes it special, where it came from, and why this medieval fantasy take on the classic seax still holds up as a standout collector piece today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eWhat Exactly Is This Medieval Fantasy Viking Seax Knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThis handmade medieval fantasy Viking seax knife is built for people who love history, fine craftsmanship, and blades that stand out. It takes the classic Viking seax design and gives it a medieval fantasy twist with an ornate cross-guard, a Damascus steel pommel, and a rich rosewood handle. Browse more historical pieces in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/historical-replica-swords\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003ehistorical replica collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eAt 15 inches overall with a 10-inch blade, this knife has real presence in your hand. The polished blade catches the light, the carved cross-guard draws the eye, and the rosewood handle feels warm and solid when you grip it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"4\"\u003eWhy the Viking Seax Shape Still Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThe cross-guard style dagger, as seen on this knife, came into wider use during the Middle Ages, when knights and warriors began adding ornate guards and pommels to their blades, turning them from plain tools into symbols of rank and skill. Today, this medieval fantasy style blends the old Viking seax shape with decorative medieval dagger details, giving you a piece that honors both traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eRosewood Handle: Comfort and Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThe handle is made from rosewood, a deep, rich wood with a natural reddish-brown color and a smooth grain. Rosewood is a popular choice for knife handles because it is dense, strong, and comfortable to hold, and it does not slip in wet hands, getting better looking with age. The handle measures 5 inches long, giving a firm grip for most hand sizes. The ornate cross-guard is carved with a decorative pattern that gives the knife its medieval fantasy look while also protecting your fingers from slipping onto the blade during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eDamascus Steel Pommel: More Than Just a Pretty Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThe Damascus steel pommel sits at the base of the handle, made from layered steel that shows a wave-like pattern created during the forging process when two types of steel are hammered together at high heat. It adds weight at the bottom, which helps balance the knife and keeps the tip from feeling too heavy, and no two Damascus pommels ever look exactly the same.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"4\"\u003eHand-Forged Double-Edge Blade, and Ready for Real Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThe blade is 10 inches long and hand-forged from high-quality steel, polished to a bright, clean finish that shows off the quality of the steel. The tip comes to a sharp point and the edges are ground for real cutting ability, tapering evenly from the cross-guard to the tip for a balanced, easy-to-handle feel. This is not just a display piece, the blade is strong enough for hard use but light enough to carry comfortably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eEach knife ships with a genuine leather sheath to keep the blade safe and ready to carry. Because every knife is made by hand, the finish and edge may vary slightly from piece to piece, which only adds to its unique, handcrafted character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eWho This Knife Is Really For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThis handmade Viking seax knife works well for a few different types of people:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eCollectors who want a historically inspired piece with real display value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eHistory buffs and Viking or medieval fantasy enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eRe-enactors who need a functional, hand-forged blade for events\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eGift buyers looking for a striking, one-of-a-kind handmade piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003e Feature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003e15 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003e10 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003e5 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eDouble-Edged, Polished, Hand-Forged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eRosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003ePommel Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eDamascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eGuard Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eOrnate Carved Cross-Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eMedieval Fantasy Viking Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eGenuine Leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"1\"\u003eJWSteelCrafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eCaring for Your Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThis knife is strong, but it still needs basic care to stay in good shape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eWipe the blade clean and dry with a soft cloth after every use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eApply a thin coat of mineral oil or light machine oil every few \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"131\"\u003eweeks\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"131\"\u003eNever put the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"153\"\u003eknife in a dishwasher \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"175\"\u003eor soak it in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"189\"\u003ewater\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"189\"\u003eWipe the rosewood handle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"222\"\u003ewith a dry cloth and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"243\"\u003erub in wood oil every \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"265\"\u003efew months\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"265\"\u003eStore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"284\"\u003eit in its leather sheath in a dry \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"318\"\u003eplace, checking periodically so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"350\"\u003etrapped moisture doesn't cause rust\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003efew minutes of care after each use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"37\"\u003ekeeps the blade and handle looking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"72\"\u003esharp for years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"3\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eQ1: What is a Viking seax knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"39\"\u003eseax is a type of single-edged knife or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"79\"\u003edagger used by Germanic tribes and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"114\"\u003eViking warriors in northern Europe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"150\"\u003eThis modern version takes that classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"189\"\u003eshape and adds medieval fantasy details \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"229\"\u003elike a decorative cross-guard and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"263\"\u003eDamascus pommel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eQ2: Is this knife good for real use or just display?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eThis knife is built to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"80\"\u003edo both. The blade is hand-forged and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"118\"\u003esharpened for real cutting tasks, while \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"158\"\u003ethe ornate guard, Damascus pommel, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"197\"\u003erosewood handle also make it a great \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"234\"\u003edisplay piece for re-enactment, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"266\"\u003ecosplay, or collecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eQ3: What makes the Damascus pommel special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eThe Damascus pommel is made \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"76\"\u003efrom layered steel that shows a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"108\"\u003ewave-like pattern formed when two types \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"148\"\u003eof steel are hammered together at high \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"187\"\u003eheat, so no two pommels look the same.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eQ4: Why is rosewood used for the handle?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eRosewood is dense and strong, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"75\"\u003eholds up well under heavy use, and has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"114\"\u003ea deep reddish-brown color with natural \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"154\"\u003egrain lines that make each handle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"188\"\u003eunique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eQ5: Does this knife make a good gift?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eYes, the medieval fantasy design, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"76\"\u003eDamascus pommel, and rosewood handle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"113\"\u003ecombine to make a standout gift for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"149\"\u003eanyone who loves history, Viking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"182\"\u003eculture, fantasy art, or fine knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45417514795094,"sku":"sku-45217428078652","price":228.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8543\/8038\/files\/IMG_0351.webp?v=1784582398","url":"https:\/\/elduets.com\/products\/handmade-medieval-fantasy-short-sword-in-polished-steel-with-gothic-cross-hilt-for-collection-cosplay-and-display","provider":"Elduets Treasures of the World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}