Sword Canes

What is better than a simple walking cane? Canes with swords! Sword canes have been used throughout history and are often featured in TV and movies by villains and heroes alike. Dr. Watson carries one in the latest incarnation of Sherlock Holmes to hit the screens. Batman Begins features one. Even frontier gamblers and many others carried these tools discretely. Although laws vary and may make them tough to carry they are still wonderful curiosities to own.

The sword cane or stick as it was first known was a popular fashion accessory for the wealthy during the 18th and 19th centuries. They varied in size of blade and decoration from short stabbing blades to rapier size swords. However during this period, it was becoming unacceptable in social settings to openly carry a sword, even though there were still aristocrats routinely trained in the gentlemanly art of swordsmanship and dueling who wished to go armed for self-defense. Rarer were swords concealed in ladies' walking sticks and parasols, as it was even less socially acceptable for a lady to carry a sword, or gasp, publicly admit that she knew how to use one!

Soon after their introduction, other items found their way into canes and became popular. Instead of a blade, these could hold telescopes, compasses, flasks known as tippling sticks for alcohol and even lock pick sets. There were even some with guns which proved impractical.

Today’s sword canes are elegant, functional and can save your life if need be. There is a confidence that comes from having a good blade at your side and we have many to choose from. From Victorian era London and Jules Verne to modern day designs and materials like high carbon steel and aluminum you’ll find that perfect accent to your historical outfit or daily carry.

  • Knob Sword Cane - Hidden Rapier blade

    Knob Sword Cane

    # 600180

    You too can own this knob sword cane supplied by Atlanta Cutlery for the Blockbuster film Batman Begins. Carried by Henri Ducard (Ra's Al Ghul), it was not altered from our original at all. An update of the "swordstick" as the English were so fond of...
    $129.95
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  • Honshu Sword Cane

    Honshu Sword Cane

    # 601093

      This heavy-duty sword cane is a beast when it comes to self-defense with its' lightning-fast blade draw. No clumsy unlocking buttons or unscrewing needed! The unique design features a tonfa styled handle grip, the reverse of a normal...
    $99.95
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  • Night Watchman Heavy Duty Sword Cane houses a 25" high carbon steel blade

    Night Watchman Heavy Duty Sword Cane

    # 601090

    The Night Watchman Heavy Duty Sword Cane can assist you in walking while adding an extra measure of self-defense. This inconspicuous cane conceals a razor-sharp, 1060 high carbon steel blade ready to defend you at a moment's notice.   United...
    $102.95
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