Reasonably Historically Accurate Replicas of Ancient Greek Swords

Essentially, there are two types of Replica Greek Swords in our price range - those that look historically accurate, and those that are functional.

Obviously, which one you are looking for is determined by what you want them for - which in this case is either reenactment and display or functionality and exceptional handling.

If you are looking for replica Greek swords for reenactment and/or display purposes, most people in the know would recommend one of two swords produced by Deepeeka of India - either the "Spartan Infantry Hoplite Sword" and the "Trojan Sword".

Of the two Deepeeka's "Spartan Infantry Hoplite Sword" is the most accurate, with a traditionally "sandwiched" tang and hilt construction, but it is let down a little in the handling department from being overweight and somewhat blade heavy (and therefore quite unwieldy).

Unfortunately, these replica Greek swords can be a bit difficult to source in the USA, especially the Trojan sword which I've only seen here at Hellenic-art.com where it goes for US$189.

The Hoplite is a bit more common, and typically sells for around US$199, but you can pick it up for the best price online here at Kult of Athena where it goes for a mere US$124.95 and usually ships in around a week...

Without a doubt though, the most commonly available and truly functional replica of a Greek Hoplite sword is the "Classic Hoplite" Sword by Windlass Steelcrafts.

With a leaf shaped blade around 22” long, widening at around two thirds the way down and tapering to sharp thrusting point, the blade itself is historically pretty much spot on.

Most people who own or have handled this particular piece also report it to be of a good weight, excellent balance and very lively in the hand.

Unfortunately, where this sword falls down is in the extremely contemporary construction of the hilt...

For the record, the handles of Greek swords were typically wood or bone covered totally or partially by a thin sheet of metal – but in this case, with no rhyme or reason, Windlass has opted for a synthetic leather covering.

While this doesn't make this sword any less functional, it does detract from what otherwise would be an almost perfect replica...

The Classic Hoplite Sword typically sells online for US$175, which in my opinion is a tad expensive for a sword of this size. But you can get it a lot cheaper if you know where to look...

The best deal I've seen for it is over at Swords of Honor where they sell it for a ridiculously low price of just US$139.50...