Overview
Our sharpening service will provide a good serviceable edge on the blade. The result is typically “very sharp” with a small secondary bevel and a bit of an “apple seed” profile. The resulting edge is somewhat dependent on the particular blade. Some blades will take and hold sharper edges than others and the thickness of the blade will determine how wide the bevel will need to be. We adjust the angle of the edge to suit the specific blade and attempt to get as close to a bevel-less edge as possible without marring the surface of the blade.
The Sharpening Process
The sharpening service is done with a belt sander. The process involves many passes with sanding belts of various grits. The blades are rested between passes to prevent them from becoming hot and damaging their temper. By default we will sharpen as much of the blade as possible including any false edges if appropriate. If you have a different preference, feel free to make that request in the special instructions at check out. We can sharpen only the last half or third of an edge, for example. Our sword sharpening expert has personally sharpened several thousand swords at this point, so will provide you with a professional service.
What the Service is Not
The resulting edge will be “sword sharp” not razor sharp. Our goal is to provide you with a usable edge for cutting practice that will hold up to some use and not require constant re-sharpening. In other words, we intend to provide you with a serviceable weapon, not a personal grooming implement. The service will not provide a completely bevel-less edge. To create that type of edge will necessarily scratch up the blade surface and we lack the machinery and time to provide a full re-polishing of a blade’s surface. A service of that nature would be significantly more expensive as a great deal more time would be required. We do not offer this type of service at this time.
Disclaimer
We make no guarantee that the resulting edge will meet with your expectations. Every blade is different and some will take and hold a sharper edge than others, due to the blade material, heat treatment or geometry. Some customers can also have incorrect assumptions about sword sharpness and improper expectations as a result. All we can say for sure is that the resulting edge will be sharper than the default edge, in most cases, significantly so. We can not provide any refunds for the service once it has been completed, so consider it to be provided “as is”. That being said, if you are unhappy with the product for any reason, we do still allow you to return the item for a full refund, including the sharpening costs under our normal return policy. This does not apply to special sharpening requests, for example if we sharpen something specially for you that does not normally list that option on our site. The vast majority of our customers are happy with the results of the service, so as long as you keep the above mentioned in mind, we are confident you will be pleased with the results as well.
Will –
One of the Best Budget Swords Out There Although I haven’t tested it, I am extremely happy with what I have. The sword comes well oiled to protect from rust. From what I have read, the blade is made of an extremely durable material. The handle is wrapped in a relatively cheap leather, but it is definitely functional. It seems well made overall for the price, and I would definitely recommend it!
Cody B. –
Amazing sword Awesome sword. I’ve hacked shields to pieces with this. Very good steel. A really great budget sword. Scabbard is okay, but the sword makes up for it. Good clean rivet on the pommel. The tip is pointed. Handle is okay, it would be nice to re-do to make it better. Everything is very well fitted, nothing loose. Would buy another if I needed it.
Patrick W. –
Simple Perfection Just received this blade in a quick and timely manner from KOA with the sharpening service. Very impressed. Rewrapped the oval handle for a thicker, more secure grip. Tested it out, cuts through water bottles with ease. Weighs around 3 pounds, but with the rewrapped grip is very manageable and somewhat lively. Fit and finish on the sword is more than decent (no imperfections) and I really can’t complain for the price. Scabbard is not wood core, however is quite thick and sturdy and holds the blade very tight and secure, even being shaken upside down. I would make the same purchase twice in an instant. Shoutout to KOA for the same excellent service, products, sharpening, and speedy shipping – Thanks guys!
Mark mowery (verified owner) –
My first sword . Looks good to me . Trying to get use to the weight . Sharpening service was great. Will be buying more . Thanks KOA
maciakl (verified owner) –
Fantastic blade. Got it with sharpening service and the blade is impressively honed. Simple, functional and well put together. Highly recommended!
John Hildebrandt –
I had one of these years ago when it was still Museum Replicas, I loved it. It was easy to sharpen myself and then stayed sharp. I used to trim all my hedges and small evergreens with it. Then a friend had to have it so I got another–This was one of several Museum Replicas I owned and all were good steel, didn’t rattle, blades were always ground pretty even, maybe a small grind mark here or there , but a lot of sword for the price. I’ll by a Windlass again in a minute —Kult of Athena is one of my best friends. If there is a problem, they handle it, great company — John H
Will Lowry (verified owner) –
It’s awesome they got this done as is and kept the cost low enough for ordinary folk. Windlass has certainly helped make some of my money take me farther and I appreciate them for that.