Battling Blades

  The Xiphos sword is among the most iconic weapons from ancient Greece —a symbol of warrior culture, reputation, and close combat mastery. Today, with contemporary craftsmanship, the ever-enduring Greek blade can be made available for collectors, historians, and sword enthusiasts through Battling Blades. What is the Xiphos Sword? The  Xiphos sword  is a double-edged, one-handed short sword that was typically worn by Greek foot soldiers. The Xiphos was used for slashing and thrusting within close combat formations, and it reached a length of approximately 18 to 24 inches. Being ideal for close fighting once the longer spears lost their reach, its leaf-shaped blade provided better cutting action, and the balanced weight provided flexible and accurate movement. Greek fighters used the Xiphos as a second weapon, drawing it from its sheath only when fights turned hand-to-hand. It was though a small  sword , it had immense power and became a close friend during combat. Th...