You’ve looked high and low for a battle cleaver, something like a dadao or a falcata, or perhaps a machaira. But, to no avail.
Too many of the “swords” on the market are little more than sword shaped objects that are but little equipped to sedulously fill the role of a wallhanger. Even that is an exaggeration.
But there are real, battle-ready battle cleavers out there, and the one you’re looking for is at True Swords.
Enter the Combat Commander Spartan Sword
The Combat Commander Spartan Sword, available over at True Swords, is a battle-ready testament to history, and a highly practical design.
They say a picture says a thousand words and that is definitely the case here, so take a closer look at that battle cleaver and then get ready for the breakdown.
Why This Is The Definitive Battle Cleaver
The first and most important reason that this is the definitive battle cleaver is that it is, in fact, a real sword, and not a wallhanger.
That alone should be enough reason to spring for one, but allow a short explanation.
As a battle-ready sword, this cleaver, which resembles a pattern such as a machaira, kopis or falcata (it’s some fusion of these three) has a full tang, is made with an appropriate alloy, and has been properly tempered.
On the note of the alloy, this battle cleaver is made with 1065 steel. This is a relatively high-carbon steel that has just the right concentration to take an edge and hold it without being brittle. It also has an appropriate carbon concentration to accept a suitable temper.
For a sword, the temper must be such that the blade not only does not chip or shatter when struck, but that it does not bend when it is stressed. It must possess a combination of attributes somewhere between a knife blade and spring steel. It must be both strong and flexible, without a propensity to take a set.
This means, among other things, that this battle cleaver, unlike so many of the other wallhangers out there, can actually be used for live cutting practice and training.
Another thing is the hilt construction. Not only does this sword have a full tang, it also boasts a fiber-filled ABS hilt, which is not only exceptionally strong, but low maintenance.
Unlike hilts made of natural materials, an ABS hilt will never need any special care or maintenance, and it is not subject to corrosion or rot. Being fiber filled, it is also exceptionally strong and resistant to wear or damage.
For what it’s worth, this sword also comes with a nylon belt sheath and PVC liner, both of which are also very tough and will need very little to no maintenance.
The long and short of all of this is that this battle cleaver can stand up to the toughest abuse you can dish out – something you might justifiably expect from something so generously labelled as a “Spartan Sword.”
One more thing to love about this sword – nowhere else will you find a battle ready cleaver in this pattern for such a competitive price. The thing is actually so cheap it’s a downright mystery how the company is able to deliver this level of quality at such a low price point.
Where to Learn More About This Battle Cleaver
If you’re interested in learning more about this battle cleaver or in adding one to your collection, check it out at True Swords, where you can explore a wide range of other battle ready swords in addition to this one.
