STRIDER'S SWORD - THE MASTER SWORDSMITH'S COLLECTION

 


The sword of Strider, Ranger of the North

Chieftain of the Dunedain of the North and lost heir to the throne of Isildur, Aragorn, son of Arathorn forsook comfort and title for a life in the wilds. Adopting the name Strider, among many others, the noble ranger trusted his own skills and tools rather than the promises of others. Principal among his articles was his elegant long sword, a simple blade with neither flourish nor adornment, but reliable and keen, much like Strider himself.
Strider's sword was designed by Ben Wootten and made at Weta Workshop in New Zealand for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy by Weta's Master Swordsmith Peter Lyon.
Watch the swords being made!


Physical Specifications

• Blade length: 35.4 inches (900 mm)
  
• Total length: 45.9 inches (1165 mm)
  
• Weight: 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg)
  
• Balance Point: 3.3 inches (85 mm) along the blade, approximately, measured from the shoulder
  

PLEASE NOTE: minor variations may occur as this is a handmade sword.


How to order


Send an email to info@wetanz.co.nz stating your preferred edition number. We will get back to you to confirm payment and delivery details, etc.
You will be asked to provide a deposit which is non-refundable.


What you will receive


Your sword will be carefully packed in a beautiful wooden display case for the safest possible delivery.
You will further receive a DVD about the making of the Master Swordsmith's collection, featuring interviews with Master Swordsmith Peter Lyon, Tolkien artist and illustrator John Howe and Weta Workshop's Creative Director, Richard Taylor.
A Certificate of Authenticity signed by Richard Taylor and Peter Lyon will also be enclosed.
Edition numbers will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.


Collecting matching numbers

The first person to secure an edition number by paying a deposit also earns the right to first refusal on the matching edition number on subsequent swords in The Master Swordsmith's Collection.


Shipping

Freight costs will be finalised on confirmation of your order. Freight to the United States is approximately US$200.
Any Import Duties and Taxes due are the responsibility of the Purchaser.
Each sword is made to order and takes up to a month to produce by hand. Delivery will take up to 6 months.
There are no Weta Dollars available for this item, nor can Weta Dollars be used to purchase it.




Terms & Conditions

Because a sword is an edged weapon, please read this carefully.
By placing an order for a sword from Weta, you certify that you are under no restrictions of law that may prohibit or restrict your possession of edged weapons. It is the responsibility of the buyer, not the seller, to ascertain, and obey, all applicable local, state, federal and international laws in regard to the possession, and use, of any item purchased from Weta. We suggest that you consult your local authorities before ordering.
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