Viking Sword – Petersen Type X | Hand Forged Norse Blade with Floral Etching

The Viking Sword – Petersen Type X by Everest Forge is a historically inspired one-handed weapon forged for strength, precision, and heritage. This design is based on the Petersen Type X classification from the Viking Age, known for its wide fuller, straight crossguard, and transition toward early medieval knightly swords. It embodies the legacy of elite Norse warriors who balanced speed, power, and prestige on the battlefield.

Dating to the late 9th to early 11th century, Type X swords were widely used across Scandinavia, the British Isles, and parts of Eastern Europe. They represent the evolution from traditional Viking swords to more refined arming swords of the medieval era. Characterized by a broad, flat blade with a deep fuller and a simple, straight guard, the Type X was favored for its cutting power and improved balance. Many historical examples also featured lobed or triangular pommels, helping to counterbalance the blade and serve as a visual marker of status.

This version includes a polished 21-inch blade made of 5160 carbon steel with a floral etching along the flat for added elegance. Water-tempered and sharpened, it is built for real functionality. The 7-inch rosewood handle is wrapped in stitched leather for a secure grip, and the sword comes with a custom-fitted leather scabbard for protection and transport.

Key Features

• Historical Type X Design: Broad blade with wide fuller and straight guard, based on Petersen’s Viking sword typology.
• Hand Forged in Nepal: Made from 5160 carbon steel (recycled truck leaf spring) using traditional methods.
• Floral Etching: Decorative flower motif engraved on the blade’s surface for artistic appeal.
• Water Tempered & Sharpened: Blade is heat-treated and ready for cutting tasks or reenactment use.
• Leather-Wrapped Rosewood Handle: 7-inch full tang grip for one-handed handling and secure control.
• Scabbard Included: Leather-wrapped sheath ensures safe storage and carrying.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 21 inches
• Handle Length: 7 inches
• Total Length: 28 inches
• Blade Material: 5160 high-carbon steel (leaf spring)
• Handle Material: Rosewood with leather wrap
• Tang: Full tang
• Etching: Flower pattern along the blade
• Scabbard: Leather-wrapped wood
• Origin: Hand forged in Nepal by Everest Forge

Note

Each Viking Sword is handcrafted. Variations in blade finish, wood texture, or etching depth are natural and make each piece one-of-a-kind.