Our Celtic Sword from Hanwei has an anthropomorphic hilt and leaf-shaped blade. The blade is forged and heat treated 1566 spring steel and is live edged for light to medium cutting. Solid brass hardware, a macassar ebony grip and leather scabbard make this piece ideal for the Celtic persona.
Overall: 29 1/2", 75cm
Blade Length: 23", 58cm
Handle Length: 7 1/4", 18cm
Weight: 3lb, 1.35kg
Blade Steel: 1566
About 1566 Steel
A high-carbon and manganese spring steel used by Hanwei in many of their differentially hardened Japanese swords and through-hardened medieval swords. This deep hardening steel provides a consistent microstructure ensuring a long life and excellent edge holding in demanding applications.
1566 Steel Composition: 0.6-0.7C 0.85-1.15Mn