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Antique Swords

Swords have a fascinating history - one of the main weapons in use until the 19th century,they still hold a fascination even today.

Antique Swords are a very collectible item worldwide.

Armorers still make swords and their craftsmanship is often equal to the finest Sword Makers.

Every Day I choose a good looking Sword from Amazon 

(unless I'm away on business !)

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Antique Swords for Collectors 

Antique Swords Resources

Before the invention of gunpowder, a Sword was truly a terrifying weapon. From the Samurai Sword of Japan to the Double handed swords of the Vikings, millions of people trembled and obeyed the owner of the Sword.
Swords have had a very long history from the Bronze Swords of prehistory right through to the fencing swords used today.
Fighting with swords has been compared to 3-d Chess and that's just about right.
Collectors now haunt auction rooms,Antique Stores and the internet looking for great examples of the longest lasting weapon of them all.

Notes on ebay bidding 

Please don't bid against yourself

Its possible that even with eBay, the same item may be listed in several sections.
If you have already made a bid on a sword or Tsuba, check who the highest bidder is before bidding.

When bidding you can often get a bargain by bidding in the last 30 seconds of an auction

We recommend Powersnipe to bid in the last few seconds.Its easy to use and it works !
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Antique Japanese Swords on eBay 

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Antique Tsuba on eBay 

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Chinese Swords on eBay 

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Civil War Swords on eBay 

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Cutlasses on eBay 

The Cutlass was the favourite weapon of Pirates !
It was also the Favourite of military regiments and navies worldwide.

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Medieval Swords on eBay 

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Toledo Steel 

Toledo was (and still is) the Spanish Capital for fine Swords.
Its well worth a visit to Toledo if you are interested in seeing the finest European Sword Craftsmanship.
Of particular interest are the exceptional damascened swords available there which are still being made today.
The best company that I know of is
SWORDS FROM TOLEDO
They have a wide range of edged and other weapons of exceptional quality including

Military Sabres
Medieval Daggers
Rapiers
Two Handed
Battle Ready
Fantasy Swords
Suit of Armours
Katanas
Medieval Souvenirs
Bullfighter Swords
Ceremonial Swords
Fencing Foils
Historical Replicas
Stands For Swords
S. With Woodboards
Letter Openers
Shops And Armouries
Shields And Lances
Roman Swords
Masonic Swords
Their catalogue is at:

Swords from Toledo

Rapiers on eBay 

A Neat and elegant weapon

The Rapier was the favourite sword of European Gentlemen.
Widely used in fencing schools.

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A Brief History of Swords 

A sword is a long, edged piece of metal, used in many civilizations throughout the world, primarily as a cutting or thrusting weapon and occasionally for clubbing. The word sword comes from the Old English Category: wikt - :sweord|sweord, cognate to Old High German swert, Middle Dutch swaert, Old Norse sverð (cf.Danish sværd, Norwegian sverd, Swedish svärd) Old Frisian and Old Saxon swerd and Modern Dutch zwaard and German Schwert, from a Proto-Indo-European root *swer- "to wound, to cut"http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?term=sword.

A sword fundamentally consists of a blade and a hilt, typically with one or two edges for striking and cutting, and a point for thrusting. The basic intent and physics of swordsmanship have remained fairly constant through the centuries, but the actual techniques vary among cultures and periods as a result of the differences in blade design and purpose. Unlike the bow or spear, the sword is a purely military weapon, and this has made it symbolic of warfare or naked state power in many cultures. The names given to many swords in mythology, literature, and history reflect the high prestige of the weapon (see types of swords).

A Duel 

real two hand sword duel fight

two men that do a real duel fight in a historic renactment with a steel two hand sword

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French Swords and Bayonets from eBay 

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Swords on Amazon 

Spartan Solider Sword Antique Finish

Amazon Price: $33.95 (as of 01/01/2010) Buy Now

35" Classic Caribbean Pirate Cutlass Sword Bow Guard

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Viking Sword Classic

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4 Pc Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Set Ninja

Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 01/01/2010) Buy Now

Japanese Antique Warrior Samurai Katana Sword Set

Amazon Price: $69.99 (as of 01/01/2010) Buy Now

Top Swords - Quality Swords 

These are Qualit Reproductions

Ichigo Tensa Bankai Replica Sword

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The Chronicles of Narnia - Peter's Sword

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King Leonidas Replica Sword-DELUXE Sword

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Giant Battle Angel Alita

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Sworsmanship Video 

Swordfight

A video taken during our swordfighting lessons. This is pretty much a routine put to a nice song. Enjoy

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Swords and History

Chinese Swordsmanship: The Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition by Scott M. Rodell

Chinese Swordsmanship: The Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition by Scott M. Rodell

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English Swordsmanship: The True Fight of George Silver by Stephen Hand

English Swordsmanship: The True Fight of George Silver by Stephen Hand

George Silver was oneof the most significant write more...0 points

SPADA II: An Anthology of Swordsmanship

SPADA II: An Anthology of Swordsmanship

The relatively young field of historical swordsman more...0 points

Slicing Moon Bleach Anime Ichigo Zangetsu Bankai Sword

Slicing Moon Bleach Anime Ichigo Zangetsu Bankai Sword

One of the most popular Zapakuto in the Bleach ani more...0 points

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18" Ninja Sword with LED Light Sharp

FEATURES: * 18" Long * Carbon Steel Blades S more...0 points

Link's Master Sword with Scabbard Legend of Zelda Replica

Link's Master Sword with Scabbard Legend of Zelda Replica

In line with the creation of an accurate Hyrule Cr more...0 points

Burgundy Cord Wrapped Boken Daito Wood Practice Sword

Burgundy Cord Wrapped Boken Daito Wood Practice Sword

Unlike most poorly manufactured and shoddy wooden more...0 points

Bleach Anime Ichigo's Zangetsu Cutting Moon Sword Full Tang

Bleach Anime Ichigo's Zangetsu Cutting Moon Sword Full Tang

Ichigo a young martial arts student with the uniqu more...0 points

Bleach Anime Toushiro Hitsugaya Zanpakuto Sword Katana

Bleach Anime Toushiro Hitsugaya Zanpakuto Sword Katana

This the sword of Toshiro Hitsugaya Ice Ring from more...0 points

Japanese Sword Cleaning Kit

Japanese Sword Cleaning Kit

This Japanese sword cleaning kit includes blade oi more...0 points

Fantasy Sword with 4 Blades

Fantasy Sword with 4 Blades

Currently the only available model on the market o more...0 points

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30" Long Ninja Sword with Sheath Sharp Blade

FEATURES: 30" Long Carbon Steel Blade Comes w more...0 points

Hand Forged Battle Ready Roman Gladiator Sword Maximus

Hand Forged Battle Ready Roman Gladiator Sword Maximus

From the blood-soaked gladiator arenas to the brut more...0 points

Lord of the Rings Aragon's Anduril Sword with Plaque

Lord of the Rings Aragon's Anduril Sword with Plaque

Anduril is the reforged Narsil, and is used by Ara more...0 points

Alexander Sword with Plaque From the Movie Sharp Sword

Alexander Sword with Plaque From the Movie Sharp Sword

Recreated from the Sensational Film Original Alexa more...0 points

Last Samurai Japanese Sword Katana Honor w/ Free Stand

Last Samurai Japanese Sword Katana Honor w/ Free Stand

This sword is beautiful in the very traditional se more...0 points

Forza The Samurai Sword Workout: Kick Butt and Get Buff with High-Intensity Sword Fighting Moves by Ilaria Montagnani (DVD)

Forza The Samurai Sword Workout: Kick Butt and Get Buff with High-Intensity Sword Fighting Moves by Ilaria Montagnani (DVD)

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300 Movie Sword and Shield Combo

300 Movie Sword and Shield Combo

Defend Greece, or just your livingroom. This 300 M more...0 points

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41" Handmade Battle Ready Practical Tsunami Japanese Samurai Sword with Real Ray Skin

FEATURES Overall length with scabbard: 41" B more...0 points

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