Personalization options

Important note: We cannot make swords that are copyrighted property of movies, swords from video games, cartoons, anime, etc. Also some fantasy-swords cannot possibly function properly as real weapons. Please, do not inquiry these designs with our company. We don't answer for similar requests in no wise.

Any customization is over and above the standard sword price and the level of customization will be priced accordingly. Custom orders require 100% down deposit before we can proceed with making the sword. This is non-refundable due to the nature of the order; ArmArt will repair or replace the sword if it arrives to you with any defect in materials or workmanship. (Note: Customizations and custom orders may require additional time to make the sword. Please take this into consideration when placing your order.)

The word "customizations" refers to the personalization of an already-existing model. If you want your sword to look other than how it appears in its photo, we would be happy to personally discuss your needs, and custom orders go through a different process. We'll get into that in a moment, but first let's discuss what your options are with personalization:

• Materials & design - Pommels and crossguards can be made of steel, bronze or brass (also silvered, gilt, blackened or blued). The grip can be made of oak, beech, walnut, bone, horn or be leather-covered or wrapped by twisted wire (iron, copper, brass, silver, gold). The default option is how the sword appears in the photo.

• Engravings & etching & inlay - You can select from different font sets and symbols. You can specify text in English, Latin or in other languages, and which parts of the sword you would like to be engraved, e.g. blade fuller, crossguard, and pommel - or any combination of the three.

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The additional-investment options available to you for your sword project. The table below will give you an idea of the personalization options available to you at additional cost, should you desire to spend extra to make the sword a special heirloom sword.

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By now your mind may be swimming with possibilities of a personalized ArmArt sword. We generally recommend that your selection should adhere to historical examples as much as possible. Grips and blades can be lengthened but note that any change in physical dimension will alter the balance and handling of the sword.

If you practice Western Martial Arts, you might prefer a sword made to lighter specifications. Conversely, some re-enactment troupes might need heavier, thicker blunted blades to slow their fight choreography down for safety reasons. Let us know what your needs are. Think of us as your ancient armorer, and that you've dropped by to visit us at our anvil and forge. We're here to listen!

ENGRAVINGS & ETCHING & INLAY

Engraving us done by hand using fine tools and therefore the more engraving is done, the more expensive the sword will be, but it will be well worth it, as it is a one-of-a kind. Engraved words are typically done in Latin, but other alphabets as Old Greek, Cyrillic, Runic, Anglo-Saxon etc are available.

Please specify if a certain engraving/etching is required on one side or both sides. (Some may opt to, for example, have one sentence in the blade fuller on one side, and have the reverse side engraved with a different message.)

Engravings/etching price are calculated per character and the complete estimate of the additional investment depends on how much is handwork engraved and the size of the individual characters engraved. Engravings cost depend on the amount of work required to carve the words out in metal (a process done diligently by hand tools).

*Please note, that etching is available for blades only as the fine and economical option.

ENGRAVINGS & ETCHING & INLAY: FONTS

The following fonts are all historical style fonts that you would find on a variety of historical knightly swords. Historically they might not be necessarily called "Alexandros" (that's our own naming convention).

Prices are in CZK (CZECH KORUNA). You can use The universal currency converter.

Sample Ref. Code Engraving Blade (price per character) Etching Blade (price per character) Engraving or Etching Guard & Pommel (price per character) Silver wire inlay Guard & Pommel & Blade (price per character) Alexandros CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Marcus CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Adrianus CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Paulus CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Ianus CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Richard CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Sigismund CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Futhark CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Runic CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320 Anglo-Saxon Runes CZK 250 CZK 190 CZK 120 CZK 320

ENGRAVINGS & ETCHING: CROSS SYMBOL

Again, following the above illustration of the S4 Ceremonial Knightly sword, notice that a cross adorns the pommel - but it also is featured in the pommel's textual inscription, as well as the crossguard.

EDGE SHARPNESS

You may specify what kind of edge, depending on the application of the sword. All swords, by default, ship with sharp edges unless otherwise specified. Those who practice martial arts and require a certain degree of safety may opt for a blunt edge. Those who practice stage combat may desire a flat edge. For more information on Stage Combat, view our article The Needs of Stage Combat.

If however, you need a design that does not appear in our online catalog, we can help you with fully custom designs. (We prefer to be as historically accurate as possible. Please note that certain fantasy weapons and movie swords are copyrighted property and therefore we cannot legally reproduce them.)

ArmArt's regular models are not made in batches or stock, but are rather build-to-order. This means that work is started on your personal sword when the order comes in. This means extra effort and attention and care is given to each individual sword, but we think that you'll appreciate this personable approach. Many factories and distributors today churn out swords - some with flaws and such, and because such large quantities are sold, it doesn't matter to them how many get returned because the end result is that they make a lot of money. However, we here at ArmArt approach the entire process differently. We start with you as a person.

Please note that the price of customization is in addition to the standard sword price, and the total cost depends on the level of customization. Engraving costs are calculated per character and character size. Custom grip woods and grip coverings, pommel and crossguard materials may be available only on certain models.

Pavel Neumann, the Director of ArmArt, will gladly assist you in your fully custom, or your Personalization /Customization Order.