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The Ulfberht sword is the most celebrated of all Viking blades. During the Viking Age, an Ulfberht sword was a symbol of wealth and status besides being a formidable tool of war. Produced extensively in the period 800-1000 AD, the Ulfberht was centuries ahead of its time. It was made from a type of "pure" steel, which would not be seen on the continent for almost the next 800 years.What made them special?Thousands of Viking swords have been found...

Pirate costumes are bold and fun, just as colorful as the historical pirates are portrayed in cinema and television. However, were buccaneers really that exciting? If you look at history, pirate life revolved around the R's - Raid, Ransack, Rob, Repeat. Not so cheery, eh? However, their lives were still full of adventure, which cannot be doubted. And these adventurous lives gave rise to many stories and legends. Let's try and separate some intere...

Independence Day is just around the corner and we at Museum Replicas are here to celebrate with you by offering a 10% discount on orders over $50.00. So, start browsing our selection of swords, daggers and costumes covering periods and genres from Medieval, Viking, Renaissance and Pirate to Steampunk. Whether you're an avid swords collector or looking for that perfect ensemble for the next faire or cosplay - we have you covered. Also, don't forge...