Can I bring a sword into Australia?

Swords and bayonets. Weapons. Single edged and double edged swords as well as bayonets designed to be fitted to a firearm are typically allowed. You can bring in medieval-type swords if they are single or double edged, unless they are a dagger.

Can I import a sword?

Offensive weapons which are designed to kill or inflict serious injury and do not have a legitimate use are banned or restricted from being imported into the UK. It is an offence to import certain specified weapons including knives, swords and other blades.

Can you ship swords overseas?

Click here to see how it works – and it looks like it is fine to ship swords, knives or even firearms if they are legal at the destination country. Import and export regulations vary from country to country, so we strongly recommend our shoppers and forwarders to check Customs regulations in advance.

Can I own a katana in Victoria?

Swords were declared prohibited weapons in Victoria in 2004, making it illegal to use, possess or carry them.

Are you allowed to own a sword?

Swords – California But not only is it legal to openly carry a sheathed sword, it’s the law. Any kind of concealment for bladed weapons is a misdemeanor. Bladed weapons in most states where they are legal to carry, are usually illegal if they’re longer than five inches.

Can you take a sword through customs?

Customs and Border Protection does not prohibit the importation of swords, although your local police jurisdiction might have regulations restricting having these weapons in your home.

Is it illegal to ship a sword?

Is it legal to ship swords in the mail? If so, how do I do it? You will have to check local laws, but generally, it is entirely legal. (as a swordsmith, I have shipped to the US before, without issue.)

Can I bring a Samurai sword from Japan to USA?

Do not forget to declare the sword on the Customs Form and present it at customs without fail. If you do not comply with the customs, it might land you in imprisonment for smuggling or possible threat. You can bring up to three swords into the country if you are personally bringing them with you.

Can you legally own a katana in Australia?

In general, swords such as a sabre, cutlass, samurai sword, katana, etc fall outside the scope of the Weapons Prohibition Act 1998 and you do not need a licence or permit to own one and there are no specific safe storage requirements.

Can you have a sword in Victoria?

Swords and daggers are Prohibited Weapons in Victoria.

Is it safe to use sword Buyers Guide?

Staff and management of Sword Buyers Guide are committed to responsible sword ownership and use, and under no circumstances condone the use of a sword on another living being or any unsafe practices with live blades. The destructive tests shown on the site are done under controlled conditions and should never be replicated.

Are there any swords for sale in Australia?

There are a couple of different sites offering Swords for sale in Australia, however due to the distance from the US market (and the beloved GST) prices tend to be a lot higher here than almost anywhere else… :- (

What to do on the SBG sword Forum?

Inside you’ll find literally tens of thousands of posts on everything from user reviews to sword training and everything in between, with many knowledgeable and FRIENDLY folk who are willing to answer your every sword related question (at the SBG Sword Forum we take the stance that the only stupid question is the one that isn’t asked!).

Are there any good sword forums on the Internet?

There are several good sword forums on the internet, including of course our own SBG Sword Forum (we pride ourselves on being the friendliest sword forum, and have quite a few high profile sword makers and experts who drop in to share their expertise and knowledge). Let’s have a quick look..