by Marshall Brain | December 22, 2008
This video explains the process of making a medieval sword replica – a combination of modern and old-world processes:
So how strong is a sword like this? Here is a surprising demonstration:
This article on Viking axes is also interesting: Viking Axe
For more details see: How Sword-making Works
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