UC2928-BRK Orcrist: Sword of Thorin

Very accurate copy of the film used sword. It’s a wall hanger display only, not a real sword. The blade grind is smooth and not wavy, very blunt false edge. (That is a good thing) The dragon tooth handle is an exact copy from the film sword, they used a laser scan to copy the original. It loolks great straighy from the box. I repainted the handle by rubbing the dark aging off with a Mr Clean magic eraser and giving it a brown wash of paint followed by sealing it with 3 coats of Terrors Dull Coat clear lacquer.
Buy it and hang it on the wall like you would do with a framed picture, don’t go out back and chop up trees and milk cartons with it!

This is a beautiful sword, I have had it on my wishlist since it was first avaialble and finally decided to purchase it. I am so glad I did. This is a magnificent blade, the design is absolutely perfect and the sword itself is heavy and feels wonderful in the hand. If you are a Hobbit fan, this is a must. If you love swords, this is must. It comes with a plaque to display the sword and a Certificate of Authenticity. A perfect addition to any collection.

This is one of the most gorgeous and unique swords UC makes, but there is still something lacking in the handle. The resin handle is better than some of their other replicas, and feels more substantial, but it still leaves something to be desired in terms of texture and aesthetics.

Aside from that, I have no complaints; the engraving on the sword itself is wonderful, and I like all the curved lines throughout the piece. It does have quite a sharp edge, as well, and the plaque comes with the drywall mounts that most of us need.

This is my first replica sword – not a sword/knife collector but Hobbit movie/Thorin fan and been looking at this sword for months – finally bought it by way of celebrating, as it were, the upcoming release of the movie “The Desolation of Smaug” – to decorate with, and just to have it. Sword just came today and DELIGHTED – because while I may not know custom knives and steel and swords, I do some jewelry work, and I’m detail-fussy AND frown on “plastic” anything.

So, overall impressions – 1. Very neat assembly and finishing. True, it doesn’t have sharp edge, but has a nicely angled beveled edge (which as far as I am concerned is movie-correct, as I’ve read in making the Hobbit movies both edged and non-edged weapons were used, for safety reasons). Looks like it could be re-edged by someone who knows what they are doing, but I’m good with it. Does not have a cheap, sharp-edged “production” look (as some cheap jewelry, cookware, and knives do). Grip seems firmly set.

2. Very happy with embossed/raised details and antiquing – and while normally I frown on “plastic” in this case IMO the resin “dragon tooth” grip to me has a “good feel” to it, not overly brittle, very nice coloration (and in any case w/o being paranoid there have been professional articles about bone products carrying diseases – enough to make me think, anyway. So I’m OK with not having a genuine bone handle.) Beautiful job, really, and feels good in hand. All the 4 little jewels a the end of the pommel were there along w. nice detail. Re the “Hobbit movie” blade stamping – only on one side up by the hilt – for me it’s so subtle and small it’s a non-issue, and if it is ever seen think it will add interest to visitors who see it.

3. Whoah – it’s heavy – at least to me. I’m not particularly weak (build modular brick walls, use tools, and all that) but a few experimental, sloppy swings tired my small hands and wrists in like, 2 minutes. It’s like swinging rebar around, IMO. And with the weight and nice sharp point suppose you could use it as a weapon if you had to – tho it’s a REPLICA and someone already mentioned this is not a sword where the metal goes through the handle, so it COULD break if abused, I guess. But feels solid and well-made – what can I say, for a replica it just feels good to hold. Particularly like the hefty feel of guard and blade, and Orcrist has such graceful lines.

4. Steel quality – of course I had to look this up, being fussy. So this is made of AUS-6 stainless, and I found this info “AUS-6 is a entry level Japanese cutlery steel in the same class as 440A……AUS-6 is typically hardened to RC 55-58 or so, and take a very fine edge, though edge retention is not as good as steel such as 440C.” “440A is one of the workhorses of the Sports and Tactical Knife industry. The majority of entry level knives use either 440A, 420HC or AUS-6 steel. 440 is a medium carbon, martensitic stainless steel that is very corrosion resistant and extremely tough that can be hardened to about RC58.

While not considered a premium knife steel, 440A still has some very good properties for cutlery use. It takes a very fine edge and will easily pop the hairs off your arm if heat treated properly, and is more corrosion resistant and tougher than 440B or 440C.” (from Custom Tacticals online).

So I read all this as a good, basic, steel quality, well suited for a good replica at an affordable price point, e.g. it’s not junk! but made of a “workhorse” type steel (and I DO want to know stuff like that, it makes me feel better. This sword isn’t THAT cheap in cost! and there’s a lot of junk memorabilia around – overpriced just because of the name on it).

5. Nice hanging plaque and very much appreciate having the hanging hardware with drywall mounts included – and the very nice certificate with the map on the back. Plus well-packaged, NO PEANUTS!! and incredible fast shipping.

Summary: I’m fascinated with my new “toy” and having Orcrist – well, a solid version of it anyway – in my hands. Will probably spend time lovingly mounting (next to Hobbit posters) and polishing with jeweler’s cloth. Definitely a worthy piece of memorabilia that of course I don’t NEED, but am so happy to have and NO regrets on this purchase at all. Thank you, UC, for a solid, well-made (not junk) replica that is worthy of having and displaying. And I’d buy from UC again – for what it is and this price point, 5 stars for me.

(BTW, personally would not use this for battle, seems strong but think you would have to go into stuff specifically made for re-enactments, tho I guess you could carry this around for a costume where allowed. Hopefully I can get the scabbard, one day, but will display beautifully without it).

Orcrist is something I wanted for a LONG time after seeing the Hobbit: AUJ. It’s Thorin’s sword and he is my favorite character of all the movies.
Plus I thought this would look great on my hobby room wall next to Sting.. This does not come with the scabbard but does come with a nice plaque for hanging. It’s VERY well made, has great detailing and is quite HEAVY. Not a TOY! If you are a die-hard Hobbit fan, you’ll want this for your collection. Now if I could just afford Glamdring and Anduril…..

The sword looks OK, and we used it as a movie prop. The matching scabbard failed when the foam lining pulled loose after very little use. Sword is OK, but the scabbard is poorly constructed.

This piece is just stunning. The weight of the blade alone speaks volumes. Every detail is perfectly rendered, from the elvish designs on the blade and guard, to the dragon tooth that makes the grip, to the seal of the Elven King Ecthelion on the pommel, you will NOT be disappointed. And the price? Definitely a good deal! My only problem is deciding where to hang it!!! If you decide to swing it around in childish delight like I did when you first receive it, make sure there’s nothing around you… my oregano plant wasn’t as thrilled with this purchase as I was…

I’ve bought many great swords made by United Cutlery (Kit Rae and Lord of the Rings) and can say that the quality of this sword is no exception.

The quality of the materials, fit and finish, and care in producing this sword free of scratches and blemishes makes for an exceptional wall hanger type sword.

The packing for this item was good and it arrived quickly – definitely a great value.