Defender of the Faith | Dawson Select Steel | Double-Edged Short Sword | Arizona Ironwood

In 1683, at the gates of Vienna, Polish King Jan III Sobieski led a heroic charge that turned the tide of history. Facing a massive Ottoman force of over 200,000 with just 18,000 Polish troops, Sobieski vowed to lay down his life defending the Christian faith if necessary. On September 12, his cavalry - led by the famed Winged Hussars - launched a thunderous attack that shattered the Ottoman siege. This victory not only saved Vienna but halted Ottoman expansion into Europe, preserving Western Christendom. Sobieski's dauntless courage against overwhelming odds earned him the title “Lion of Lechistan” from the Ottoman sultans out of their fear and respect for him and wrote him into the history books as an unwavering “Defender of the Faith”.

The Defender of the Faith is a bold tribute to tradition, faith and craftsmanship. Crafted from high-contrast Damascus steel forged by Brad Vice, this blade embodies resilience and timeless elegance. The flame inspired pommel meets a polished Arizona Ironwood handle, wrapped in black leather and paired with a stitched leather sheath. This heritage piece is a steadfast reminder to future generations: hold fast, stand firm, and Defend the Faith.

SPECS:

• 100% designed and handcrafted in the USA
• Dawson Select Steel: genuine American-made high contrast .210" Damascus, forged from a blend of 5160, 15N20, 52100 and Nickel 
• Heat treated in-house for maximum toughness, durability and edge-holding capability
• Rockwell 58-59
• Polished Arizona Ironwood handle, overlaid with genuine black leather wrap 
• Custom fitted, stitched leather sheath
• Lifetime free resharpen included
• Protected by Dawson Knives’ Common Sense Guarantee

Sharpened Edge: 11 3/16" approx.

Blade Length (Tip to front of hand guard): 13"

Overall Length: 19.5"