Review Accolade Templar Sword – Hand-Forged 37” Blade – Feedback Wanted

[Malik Aqib]

Hello everyone,

I’m a 25-year-old swordsmith from Pakistan. I specialize in handcrafted medieval swords and knives, and I’m passionate about historical replicas and quality craftsmanship.

Here’s one of my recent builds:
**Model:** Accolade Templar Sword
**Blade Length:** 37 inches
**Material:** High carbon steel, polished finish
**Handle:** Leather-wrapped grip with cross pommel
**Etching:** Latin-style inscription along the fuller

This piece is inspired by the Templar Knight swords of the Crusader era, with a clean full-tang design and attention to medieval detail.

I’d love to hear what you all think – feedback on proportions, grip design, or historical accuracy would be really appreciated!


Thanks for having me here!

 

[The Zieg]

Hello everyone,

I’m a 25-year-old swordsmith from Pakistan. I specialize in handcrafted medieval swords and knives, and I’m passionate about historical replicas and quality craftsmanship.

Here’s one of my recent builds:
**Model:** Accolade Templar Sword
**Blade Length:** 37 inches
**Material:** High carbon steel, polished finish
**Handle:** Leather-wrapped grip with cross pommel
**Etching:** Latin-style inscription along the fuller

This piece is inspired by the Templar Knight swords of the Crusader era, with a clean full-tang design and attention to medieval detail.

I’d love to hear what you all think – feedback on proportions, grip design, or historical accuracy would be really appreciated!


Thanks for having me here!

There is a sword of this name carried by Museum Replicas/Atlanta Cutlery made by Windlass in India. Is it the same sword?

 

[Malik Aqib]

There is a sword of this name carried by Museum Replicas/Atlanta Cutlery made by Windlass in India. Is it the same sword?

This sword isn’t the Windlass version — it's a handmade piece we crafted in Pakistan, specifically in Wazirabad, a city well-known for its craftsmanship in swords and knives.

If you're interested, I'd be happy to share some photos of it.

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Photos would help.
Please be aware that you need a dealer membership to discuss items for sale or business info. Are you a business selling swords and knives?

 

[Malik Aqib]

Photos would help.
Please be aware that you need a dealer membership to discuss items for sale or business info. Are you a business selling swords and knives?

Hello,
I’m very sorry if I broke any rules. I’m new to BladeForums and didn’t realize that I needed a specific membership level to post about my handmade knives and swords.

I make and sell custom handmade blades, and I would like to follow the rules properly.

Can you please confirm which membership I need in order to post and sell my handmade knives and swords on BladeForums?

Again, I apologize for any mistake, and I appreciate your guidance.

Thank you.

 

[Triton]

There's a "paid subscription" link at the top of the page. Click that and I think that you need to purchase the "knife maker craftsman service provider" level for 75 dollars. I am interested to see this sword it sounds very much the same as the Windlass item.

 

[Triton]

Wonder what happened to our purportedly Pakistani friend. Perhaps he had second thoughts about things...

 

[madcap_magician]

You know, to tell the truth, I want things like this to be true. I'd like to believe there is some Pakistani guy who really loves knives and is making good stuff out of a backyard coal forge and leaf springs somewhere.

 

[horseclover]

There are, and have been some eastern smiths tuning out great stuff but generally on the anachronistic side. Think Himalayan Imports makes the sword of your dream. Ebay offers some pretty neat looking cuttoe '#Washington' swords and there are actually decent reenactor historic pieces. Some have worked with producers to fill a market's wishes, filling medieval type swords in this market that will swim in the current ocean of pretty decent using cruciform swords.

 

[Malik Aqib]

You know, to tell the truth, I want things like this to be true. I'd like to believe there is some Pakistani guy who really loves knives and is making good stuff out of a backyard coal forge and leaf springs somewhere.

I really appreciate your kind thoughts — and you're absolutely right! Here in Pakistan, you can find every kind of sword, dagger, or dragger you can imagine. From fully handmade blades to historically inspired replicas, we have the skills and tools to craft them all.

Right now, I don’t have the dollars to get a BladeForums subscription, but I assure you, I will subscribe as soon as I can — and when I do, you'll see firsthand the level of craftsmanship we put into every piece.

Thanks again for your support. I'm really looking forward to sharing more of my work with this amazing community.

 

[Malik Aqib]

There are, and have been some eastern smiths tuning out great stuff but generally on the anachronistic side. Think Himalayan Imports makes the sword of your dream. Ebay offers some pretty neat looking cuttoe '#Washington' swords and there are actually decent reenactor historic pieces. Some have worked with producers to fill a market's wishes, filling medieval type swords in this market that will swim in the current ocean of pretty decent using cruciform swords.

That's a great observation — and I completely agree. While many eastern smiths may work in styles that lean toward the anachronistic, there’s a unique charm and identity in that craftsmanship. I’ve seen some of the work by Himalayan Imports and other similar makers, and it’s genuinely inspiring.

Here in Pakistan, too, there are smiths who can produce high-quality blades — whether for collectors, historical reenactors, or even practical use. I’m one of those passionate makers, working with traditional methods like coal forges and reclaimed materials like leaf springs. My goal is to bridge traditional eastern techniques with western historical forms, especially medieval cruciform swords.

I look forward to the opportunity to share more of my work once I subscribe here. Thanks again for your insight — it's always great to meet others who appreciate both history and craftsmanship.