Viking Shield Newsletter #20

Many great new items have been added.

New Items


Ulfberht Sword: This sword is modeled after originals by the famous smith Ulfberht. The Ulfberht name can be found on many originals throughout Europe. None of these swords were pattern welded, but instead were all steel. This high quality steel replaced the need for pattern welding. Replica has carbon steel blade that is engraved with the Ulfberht name. Hilt is steel with brazil nut pommel. Grip is leather covered wood.


Danish Hand Axe: This axe comes with 21 inch hardwood handle and carbon steel blade. Could be used as a tool or a dangerous weapon.


Egil Skallagrimsson Figure: This painted figure is 8 inches tall. Egils saga is one of the most popular of the Sagas of the Icelanders.

Specials

Armour Class Swords are deeply discounted.

News
New ship find in southeast Norway

Viking boat found in Ireland.

Interesting article about Viking DNA in New Zealand

Interesting Fact

Everyone has no doubt heard of Bluetooth wireless, but not everyone knows it is named after King Harald Bluetooth of Denmark. Harald ruled from 958-987 and was the first Christian king of Denmark. The Bluetooth logo is based on the H and B runes.