Step into the craftsmanship of early medieval Europe with this Anglo-Saxon broken back blade, hand-forged using the San Mai laminate technique. The blade combines a high-carbon steel core for a sharp, durable edge with wrought iron layers for toughness and resilience, echoing the techniques of historic blade smiths.

Specifications:

• Total Length: 270 mm

• Blade Length: 195 mm

• Blade Width: 30 mm

• Blade Thickness: 4.5 mm

• Materials: Carbon steel (core) & wrought iron (layers)

• Construction: San Mai laminate

Craftsmanship and Functionality
The San Mai construction gives the blade a hard, razor-sharp edge while the softer wrought iron layers provide flexibility and shock absorption, minimizing the risk of breakage. The broken back design enhances the blade’s strength and adds historical authenticity, making it suitable for collectors, custom knife makers, or reenactment enthusiasts.

A Blade with History and Utility
Whether intended as a collector’s piece, custom knife project, or historical display, this Anglo-Saxon blade combines functional performance with centuries-old forging techniques. Each piece is hand-forged to ensure quality, durability, and a unique character, reflecting the artistry of medieval smiths.

During production, the blade is hardened for strength, normalised to relieve internal stresses, tempered for the ideal balance of hardness and flexibility, and sharpened to a fine edge for precision cutting. 

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