Butcher's Nightmares
Some blades whisper. Cleaver swords scream. Our collection descends from the dadao warsword tradition, where width and weight do the talking. These are slabs of carbon steel shaped for one purpose: making a mess of whatever stands in front of them. Monsters with enough heft to split skulls and enough attitude to enjoy it. Not meant for display. Built for damage.
Since 2007, our small crew of makers in Missoula, Montana, has shaped weapons with obsessive precision. Every cleaver sword features full tang construction from 5160 and 80CRV2 carbon steel. We heat-treat each thick blade to 55 Rockwell hardness for the perfect balance of strength and durability.
The Reaver Cleaver is 31 inches of carcass splitter mayhem. At 3lb 10oz with an 18-inch blade length, this quarter-inch steel beast brings the devastating dynamics of the Chinese warsword to any battle worth fighting.
The Rat Bastard is an ornery short sword styled after the dadao. Twenty inches of burly 5160 steel with a traditional ring hilt for lanyard carry or hooking onto your gear when the job is done.
The Belmont adds thrusting to chopping with its clip point tip. At 20.25 inches and 1lb 12oz, this 80CRV2 weapon offers speed and precision without false edges or wasted width. A solid choice for those after a bushcraft cleaver sword with real bite.
Your carbon steel blade demands proper maintenance to keep that sharper edge alive. Wipe it down after every swing and re-oil every few months, depending on humidity. Dry thoroughly before sliding it back into the scabbard. A well-maintained cleaver sword is a legacy weapon built for the next generation of chaos.
We have been grinding steel into mayhem since 2007. Each blade is handmade by a small team that values point of balance, general shape, and performance over flash. Our cleaver swords are tested, refined, and proven. Limited edition gear built for warriors who know what real steel feels like.
Yes. Zombie Tools offers engraving if you want your favorite logo, phrase, or symbol etched into your cleaver sword. Prices start at $50 and may increase depending on size or if design help is required. Send a clear image or description of what you want and expect a quote within about a week. Each addition makes your blade one of a kind.
Delivery times depend on the season and our workload. Check the top of the home page for current wait times. Each blade is built by hand, which takes time. Shipment times mean nothing when the steel is right. That wait means a sharper edge, better guard fit, and the kind of quality you can pass down. If you are not satisfied, you may request a refund under the terms of our Refund Policy.
Our blades are built from 5160 and 80CRV2 carbon steel with full tang construction. Each cleaver is heat-treated to 55 Rockwell hardness, then finished with a saber grind and 19-degree edge bevel. Handles are T6 aluminum pinned permanently to the tang with mild steel pins. Every blade receives a ferric chloride acid etch for added corrosion resistance. Quarter-inch thickness on the dadao designs gives you the damage output these swords are famous for.
Size and purpose. The Reaver Cleaver runs 31 inches with an 18-inch blade for maximum reach and chopping power in open combat. The Rat Bastard sits at 20 inches with a 13-inch blade for tighter quarters and quicker work. The Belmont matches a similar length but drops weight to 1lb 12oz with a clip point for added thrusting capability. Pick your cleaver sword based on where you plan to swing it.
