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Replica Swords

	Our replica swords come in many styles and are designed to look like their original counterparts. Each of our replica swords look authentic and would look great displayed on a table or even hanging from a wall in your home. Check out our complete section of replica swords today; we are sure you will find the one you are looking for.

Fantasy Swords

Roman Short Sword

Historically Accurate
14 3/4 Inches Long
Metal Sheath Included

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Ninja Sword Set

Includes Sheaths and Rack
Longest Sword: 38 Inches

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Marine Corps NCO Sword - Gold Plated

Scabbard Included
For Display Only
34 1/2 Inches Long Overall

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Cavalry Replica Saber

Wonderfully Detailed Replica
36 3/4 Inch Sheath Included
Sword: 43 1/8 Inches Long

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Jumbo Knife in Collector's Tin

Includes Collectors Tin
Lifetime Warranty

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Japanese Swords � are among the most elegant and durable ever made. There is an entire dictionary of terms related to the styles and periods in which Japanese swords were made. Serious collectors will even go to sword shows where they�ll find everything from a decrepit common fighting sword for a few hundred dollars, to genuine historical artifacts that may even be signed by their makers. These shows or club meetings are great places to pick up ideas about the kind of decorative swords that you�d like to have.

Medieval Swords � Generally accepted to be those manufactured between 500 and 1500A.D. The medieval sword evolved over some 3,000 years, from bronze swords, to straight doubled-edged swords, to Celtic swords. Early styles tended to measure under a yard in length, and with a grip suited to one hand use, since the other had a shield in it. The early sword was beaten with an edge for cutting, but with the further development of armor, styles changed to a sharper sword that was meant for thrusting.

Roman Swords � The Romans were a race for fighting, and as a result, their weaponry was always the most up to date and efficient. Forged from iron, they also incorporated steel, which made them stronger, although it�s highly unlikely the Romans knew why. The chemical difference between iron and steel has to do with the carbon content, so when iron was put in a fire, and hammered on an anvil, it was likely picking up a carbon coating in the process. One of the most prominent styles of Roman swords, was the Hispaniensis, a type encountered while on a foray to Spain. The blade measured some 30� long and 2� wide, with a pointed tip. Only one intact example has ever been found, in a shipwreck, still complete and in its wooden hilt, hundreds of years after it went out of fashion around the first century.

Marine Swords � When swords first became part of the Marine uniform, they were permitted to carry almost any style they wanted, with the proviso that it had a yellow/gold hilt. Then in 1805, a Marine fleet went ashore at Derna, Tripoli, to deal with Barbary Coast pirates who were interfering with American shipping. In gratitude for their actions, a desert chieftain presented Lieutenant Presley O�Bannon with the traditional scimitar of Marmeluke warriors in North Africa. In 1825, the scimitar became the official Marine sword, and has been worn every since by non-commissioned officers, with a brief exception from 1859-1875.

Using decorative swords as part of your d�cor, is both unusual and distinctive. If you come from a family with a service record, then Marine swords crossed over the mantle or mounted on a wall behind the couch, are a true focal point for the room.

Perhaps you have put some historical touches in the d�cor, including a Roman lion head wall fountain, and gargoyle figurines on each side of the fireplace. In that case, crossed Roman swords, or even two that are hung one over the other, makes a striking addition to the scheme.

Whichever style you choose, replica decorative swords will add class to any room!