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Where can I find a swordsmith in the US and how much will a sword cost?
I want to buy a true sword. A sword that was hand-forged by a swordsmith or blacksmith and is durable enough to cut through things like metal and wood without breaking. I prefer a doubled-edged longsword. I also want to know about how much one of those will cost me.
If anyone can at least give me a name or address then that's all I will need. Thank You
There are people doing that kind of thing with swords made of modern, extra tough steels like D2 that don't need forging and old-fashioned tempering. But if you want a hand forged sword made from a basic high-carbon steel, properly hardened and tempered and built on the sturdy side for some serious chopping, but still balanced so you can wield it, get ahold of Kirby Wise.
He's older now, but has been doing this for 30+ years. There are people who make prettier swords, and more historically accurate swords, but his feel wonderful in the hand - just like a sword ought to. And you will look cool to anyone who knows his hand-forged medieval sword replicas.
I recommended a Western swordsmith because you specified the "double-edged longsword". Longsword is not a term most people in the sword business use. A broadsword would be the most common term for a single handed straight double edged sword, or a knightly sword.
A two-hander, zwiehander, or claymore would be the same blade shape but enlarged to a size requiring two hands.
An in-between length, balanced to be useful with one or two hands is called a bastard sword or hand-and-a-half.
For far more information than you want, and more sources and opinions on modern swordsmiths, try the second link below to the Sword Forum.
I almost forgot: for Kirby, figure on $500 and a wait for a nice broadsword with scabbard. Ask him what he has actually on hand, in stock and you can get something quicker and usually get more for your money.
Otherwise, expect to pay $300 or more for a well-made sword.
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