Cold Steel Damascus Long Sax
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Cold Steel Damascus Long Sax Sword
Single-edged, elongated blade influenced by 10th-11th century artifacts from the British Isles unearthed at the archaeological sites of Battersea and Sittingbourne. The term seax (or sax) translates to knife in Old English. Favored as a weapon from the Migration Period through to the close of the 11th century, the seax was especially common among Germanic tribes and in southern England.
Blade with a broken-back profile made from pattern-welded Damascus
Archaeologists refer to the profile of the single-edged blade as broken-back, resembling the modern Clip-Point style. Crafted from pattern-welded Damascus steel, the blade incorporates layers of both hard and soft high-carbon steel, resulting in impressive edge retention and impact resistance, which significantly boost its performance as a weapon. Positioned above the cross guard is a ricasso (blunt edge) for improved control. The blade itself measures 438 mm in length and 7 mm in thickness, with the surface treated using acid etching to highlight the unique Damascus pattern. Final refinement of the blade involved polishing and sharpening to achieve its finished state.
Sword mount handle, rosewood grip, steel pommel, saddle-shaped cross guard
Featuring a 165 mm long handle, the grip is crafted from tapered rosewood for both comfort and control. The short, saddle-shaped cross guard—reminiscent of early medieval swords and combat knives—serves to keep the hand securely away from the blade. According to Petersen's typology, a steel, three-piece pommel of type Z counterbalances the blade. Each component of the handle is adorned with ornamental steel and brass spacers. A distinctive touch is the twisted wire chain soldered between the pommel’s segments.
Leather sheath with brass fittings, two rings for threading a strap
Included in the set is a sheath crafted from natural leather with brass, featuring elaborately decorated fittings. Two sturdy brass rings, securely riveted, provide options for threading a strap and fastening the knife to a belt.
Main features
- Seax-style knife modeled after 10th-11th century British Isles artifacts
- Features a single-edged blade with a broken-back profile, crafted from pattern-welded Damascus steel
- Blade showcases a distinct enamel design
- Includes a ricasso (unsharpened section near the handle)
- Handle boasts a sword mount with ornate decorations
- Equipped with a short, saddle-shaped crossguard
- Finished with a steel pommel
- The grip is constructed from rosewood
- Comes with a leather sheath and a set of brass fittings
- Fitted with two brass rings for attaching a strap
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Cold Steel.
Cold Steel is a renowned American brand of knives, machetes and tactical tools, founded in 1980 in Irving, California. The company has gained popularity thanks to innovative solutions such as Kraton® handles and American Tanto blades, which are appreciated by uniformed services and military enthusiasts. It has also introduced its own steel alloys, such as San Mai III®, which ensures high strength and wear resistance. Cold Steel has patented the Tri-Ad™ Lock blade locking mechanism, which guarantees safe use. The brand cooperates with renowned knifemakers, including the company's founder Lynn C. Thompson and Andrew Demko, whose passion and experience contribute to the high quality of the products.
| Overall length | 603 mm |
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| Blade length | 438 mm |
| Blade material | Forged damascus |
| Weight | 1032 g |
| Melee weapon type | European sword |
| Cutting edge | Sharp |
| Blade thickness | 7 mm |
| Handle | Wood |
| Sheath in the set | Yes |
| Main color | Brown |
| EAN | 705442018902 |
| Manufacturer code | CS-88HVA |
| Brand | Cold Steel |
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