The Bilbo is a type of cut-and-thrust sword popular from the late 16th to early 18th century....
European Swords
European swords have a long and rich history, spanning thousands of years and evolving significantly over time. These weapons were crafted for various purposes, from combat to ceremonial use, and played crucial roles in shaping European societies. Below is an introduction to the evolution and types of swords commonly found in Europe.
The Oakeshott Type X is one of the earliest and most iconic forms of the medieval European...
The Danish Viking sword was a high-status weapon wielded by Scandinavian warriors between the 8th and 11th...
The Fulham type gladius represents one of the transitional forms of the Roman short sword, emerging in...
The Kriegsmesser, or “war knife”, was a large, single-edged European sword used primarily in the German-speaking regions...
The Petersen Type Z sword marks one of the final developments in Viking Age sword typology. Emerging...
The Visigoths, a branch of the Gothic peoples who helped bring about the fall of the Western...
The Hallstatt sword stands as a defining example of early Iron Age weaponry, marking a transitional period...
The Prussian Model 1811 Blücher sabre is one of the most iconic cavalry swords of the 19th...
The Celtic antenna sword is one of the most recognisable blades from early Iron Age Europe, known...