VOGIE FORGE Scotland
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The Elizabeth -A new ceremonial 'Sword of State' of Scotland, latest addition to the 'Honours of Scotland' kept in the crown room of Edinburgh Castle. It was presented to King Charles III at his Scottish Welcoming Coronation, 5th July 2023.
The entire scabbard and gilt lettering was completed by Dane here at Vogie Forge. His sons, John and Luke helped with details and wife Angelyn sewed the seams of the silken purple velvet scabbard sleeve.
Click the 'view more' button below to see Dane and the team of other craftspeople involved presenting the new sword to the King at Holyrood Palace:
TESTIMONIALS:
'A true Craftsman creating works of Art...Your Claymore will be a guaranteed hit at the Games...the new Claymore will be over the top' - President of Clan McDuffee, Indiana, USA
'The sword arrived safely. It is as stunning in person as it is in the photos' - Dr. S.T. Pennsylvania, USA
***** 'She's beautiful!' -H.B. AZ, USA
'The sword arrived today and I am thrilled with all the effort you put into it. The hilt fittings are superb. The blade has an impressive presence, but is still very maneuverable. I want to thank you for making this for me. If in any way I can put a word out for you, please let me know. I would be more than happy to recommend your work.' - M.T. NH, USA
'Wanted to let you know that I received the sword earlier today and I have to say you do fantastic work, thanks for the product.' -M.T. NJ, USA
'Hey! The Bannockburn was delivered today, & I must say, It is astonishing! The first thing you notice when you pick this sword up, is how easy it is to handle. This is not a small weapon, but it is very lively in the hands! ...The pics did not do her justice! This is a magnificent sword! I think Robert The Bruce would have loved it! Thank you!'
-M.F. USA
'we received our sword today. It looks great and Jens is very proud of it. ;)'
-T.F.J. Germany
'Wanted to let you know I have the dirk and sgian dubh in hand, and they are GORGEOUS. I'll treasure these for life.' -J.S.L. WY, USA
'Just picked it up today, it is wonderful, great job.' - A.MacK., Australia
'When I received my Claymore, I was speechless at the beauty of the sword and the amazing details that Dane had carved into the scabbard, really capturing the story of my ancestors; it was more than I could have imagined or asked for.' -Donna, U.S.A.
QUALITY MATERIALS
High carbon steel blades
Hilts incorporating bronze, steel, sterling silver, copper
Scabbards and grips of select dense hardwoods
HANDCRAFTED AUTHENTICITY
Blades are forged, quenched for hardness, and tempered for strength. Parts are tightly fitted and polished by hand. Fine art carvings on wood and metals
MADE IN SCOTLAND
No nonsense, honestly 'hand made'. Made the traditional way right here in the heart of Scotland, not far east copies mass produced by machines in modern factories
'Beat your plowshares into swords, and your pruninghooks into spears: let the weak say, I am strong'
WHY BUY A HAND FORGED BLADE?
RATHER THAN A MUCH CHEAPER 'BATTLE READY' MANUFACTURED SWORD?
