Reproduction of the early medieval sword from the Sutton Hoo burial.
Replica of the Sutton Hoo Migration Era sword, inspired by the example held in the British Museum. The blade is forged from EN45 high carbon steel and fitted with a composite hilt of wood and brass, secured with rivets. Supplied with a leather-covered wooden scabbard.
Key Features / Specs
Overall Length: 34 5/8″
Blade Length: 28 9/16″
Grip Length: 4 1/4″
Width: 51 mm
Thickness: 4.5 mm – 3.7 mm (tapered)
Weight: 2 lbs 9.8 oz
Blade Material: EN45 high carbon steel
Edge: Unsharpened
Pommel: Nut and riveted assembly
Point of Balance (P.O.B.): 6 5/8″
Hilt: Hardwood grip wrapped in fitted leather; composite guard and pommel of wood and brass
Scabbard: Wooden core wrapped in leather with brass fittings and wooden suspension loop
Culture: Migration Era / Early Anglo-Saxon
Manufacturer: Deepeeka, India
Shipping & Production
In stock items Dispatched from: Canada Ships within: 1–2 business days
About the Design
The original Sutton Hoo sword dates to the early 7th century and was recovered from the famous ship burial at Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, England. The weapon reflects high-status craftsmanship of the Migration Era, combining functional blade geometry with elaborate hilt decoration.
The historical sword featured cloisonné garnet inlays set into the pommel and guard. This replica reproduces that visual effect through red enamel detailing while maintaining the characteristic proportions of early Anglo-Saxon swords, including a broad blade and compact grip. The included scabbard reflects the wooden-and-leather sheathing typical of early medieval edged weapons.
