{"product_id":"hanwei-river-witham-sword","title":"Hanwei River Witham Sword","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"466\" data-start=\"438\" data-section-id=\"11xfaiu\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"466\" data-start=\"441\"\u003eLegal \u0026amp; Safety Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"633\" data-start=\"467\"\u003eThis is a traditionally hand-forged sword, produced using established traditional forging techniques and supplied with a sharpened edge as part of authentic manufacture. This item is intended for display and collection only and is not intended for combat or practical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"635\"\u003e🔞 \u003cstrong data-end=\"670\" data-start=\"638\"\u003eSold to adults aged 18+ only\u003c\/strong\u003e, in line with applicable UK legislation regarding traditional hand-crafted swords. \u003cstrong data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"756\"\u003eStrict age verification applies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"799\" data-section-id=\"1phovsz\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"802\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Sword Lost to History.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecovered from the depths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReborn by Hanwei.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHanwei River Witham Sword\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a remarkable historical reproduction inspired by one of Britain's most fascinating medieval discoveries. Based on the famous sword recovered from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRiver Witham near Lincoln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during dredging works in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1788\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this exceptional replica honours a weapon believed to date from approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1250–1300 CE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaithfully recreated by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAS Hanwei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the sword preserves one of the original's most intriguing mysteries—the enigmatic blade inscription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts true meaning remains unknown, adding an air of mystery that has fascinated historians and collectors for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1566 high carbon spring steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31.5-inch blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is finished in a style that reflects authentic medieval craftsmanship rather than a modern mirror polish. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eleather-covered hardwood grip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, traditional crossguard and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epeened pommel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e complete a historically accurate presentation that captures the spirit of a true 13th-century knightly sword.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eleather-wrapped scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the River Witham Sword is an outstanding addition to any medieval collection, offering a unique blend of archaeological history, craftsmanship and timeless elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA relic of England's past.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecreated for today's collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Why every medieval collector needs the River Witham Sword\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚔️ Premium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAS Hanwei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e historical reproduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏰 Based on the famous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRiver Witham Sword\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e discovered near Lincoln in 1788\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📜 Inspired by an original dating to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecirca 1250–1300 CE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Features the mysterious historic inscription \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛡️ Forged from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1566 high carbon spring steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🖐️ Leather-covered hardwood grip with traditional peened pommel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧳 Includes leather-wrapped scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎁 An exceptional piece for medieval historians and collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome swords tell stories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis one still keeps its secrets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇬🇧 Fast UK shipping — no customs, no forgotten legends, no nonsense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1041\" data-start=\"818\"\u003eThis sword is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"869\" data-start=\"835\"\u003etraditional, hand-forged blade\u003c\/strong\u003e inspired by \u003cspan\u003eone of Britain's most fascinating medieval discoveries\u003c\/span\u003e created for collectors with an appreciation for sword craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003eForged from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1071\" data-start=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1566 high carbon spring steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1078\"\u003e[forging method, e.g. clay tempering \/ differential hardening]\u003c\/strong\u003e, it combines authentic construction with display-quality presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1241\" data-start=\"1222\" 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steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e blade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1304\" data-section-id=\"evsqt9\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1306\"\u003eSharpened edge as part of traditional finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1386\" data-start=\"1358\" data-section-id=\"1chodsn\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1386\" data-start=\"1360\"\u003eFull-tang construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1426\" data-start=\"1387\" data-section-id=\"1qhwbw8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1426\" data-start=\"1389\"\u003eApproximate blade length: 80 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1546\" data-start=\"1471\" data-section-id=\"h37gri\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1546\" data-start=\"1473\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1546\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003ecollection or display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1862\" data-start=\"1577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"283\" data-start=\"262\"\u003eAge Verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"286\" data-start=\"283\"\u003eThis product is sold to adults aged \u003cstrong data-end=\"345\" data-start=\"324\"\u003e18 years and over\u003c\/strong\u003e. By purchasing, you confirm that you meet this requirement. Orders may be subject to age verification checks prior to dispatch, and we reserve the right to cancel any order where age cannot be satisfactorily verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1897\" data-start=\"1869\" data-section-id=\"1b04aa7\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1897\" data-start=\"1872\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2193\" data-start=\"1898\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1898\" data-section-id=\"yfd90d\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1900\"\u003eThis sword is supplied as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1963\" data-start=\"1929\"\u003etraditional hand-crafted blade\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cstrong data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1971\"\u003enot sold for self-defence or unlawful use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2017\" data-section-id=\"n81orx\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2019\"\u003eCustomers are responsible for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2049\"\u003esafe handling and secure storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2193\" data-start=\"2086\" data-section-id=\"10tsftr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2193\" data-start=\"2088\"\u003eOwnership and use may be subject to local laws — customers should ensure compliance in their jurisdiction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Sword Stall","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58069225865603,"sku":"HW-SH2372","price":349.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5815\/0302\/files\/sh2372-hanwei-river-witham-sword-bg_black.jpg?v=1779109287","url":"https:\/\/theswordstall.co.uk\/products\/hanwei-river-witham-sword","provider":"The Sword Stall","version":"1.0","type":"link"}