The Guardian

Description

Combat Ready
Guardian
Hand forged by Darksword Armory
Historically accurate, Hand Forged
Combat Ready Swords and Armors
for Serious Collectors and Reenactment groups
The Guardian
Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel
Dual Tempered HRc 60 48-50 at the core
Fittings : Mild Steel Blade
Thickness: 1.34 mm
Total Length: 45″
Blade Length : 34″
POB:4″
Weight: 3 lbs 1 oz.
the scabbard on the photo is not included by default. A plain one is given with the sword.
If you want the upgraded scabbard and your sword sharp, please ask for an offer.
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:: The Guardian ::
The Sword has long been a focal point in Myths, Legends, Norse Sagas and modern fantasy novels. From Homer, Beowulf, Icelandic Sagas to modern heroic fantasy novels the sword is the foremost symbol of strength, leadership and power.
From the Bronze Age to modern times, the sword conjures great inspiration, awe and respect. Attributed to Nobles of history, the sword is considered as an aristocratic weapon and a deliverer of justice. The Roman Empire long considered the “Spartha” as a symbolic focal point of the Army’s supremacy. During in the Middle-Ages, the sword not only elevated squires to Knighthood, but served as a symbol of strength, integrity and honour.
In modern times, representation of swords as a symbol of power endures. From Conan, The Elric Sages, The Chronicles of corum, and David Gemmel’s Waylander, The symbolic power of the sword remains.
Designed by former Factory X designer, Jason Woodard, the Guardian fantasy sword is the quintessential fantasy weapon of the medieval period. Individually Hand Forged with 5160 High Carbon Steel and dual Hardened, the Guardian sword is more than a mere Fantasy weapon. It is a powerful, functional fantasy sword of the ages.
Skilfully engineered to take considerable abuse, the Guardian Fantasy sword is a resilient sword that is virtually indestructible! Designed with a dragon claw like guard and broad blade, the Guardian fantasy sword delivers devastating blows. Inspired by the myths and legends of the fantasy realm, the Guardian stands is a robust and affirmative sword of heroes among mortals !
:: Performance videos can be seen below ::
The following resistance tests were performed by
The Sword Buyer's Guide
, an independent Australian based company, whose sole purpose is to test combat ready swords from various sword makers in order to allow collectors, as yourself, make appropriate choices when purchasing their weapon.
Destructive resistance videos, created by
The Sword Buyer's Guide
, are below.
These tests place tremendous tress on the swords in order to test their resistance beyond "normal" combat use.
Buyer pays 45$ shipping within Canada and to the US.
International shipping is 180$.
Canadian Bidders must add 5% GST (goods and service tax)
Quebec bidders must add an additional 7.5% for the QST (Quebec Sales Tax).
We do not charge tax to bidders outside of Canada.
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