Sword Display Racks & Scabbards

What a scabbard and a rack do

A scabbard is the sheath that holds a sword and shields the blade and the person carrying it. A display rack or stand does a different job by holding a sword in place on a wall or a table. Together they keep a collection safe and let you show it off.

What is in this collection

For racks, the Wall Mount Sword Display Rack is the budget-friendly option and holds a sword on the wall. The Two-Tier Sword Display Rack gives more room for a pair, and the Tabletop Sword Display Stand, Tiered stands on a desk or shelf with no drilling.

Two scabbards come from the Middle-earth line. The Gothic Sword Scabbard suits a smaller blade, and the Fantasy Sword Scabbard is the pricier of the two.

Choosing a rack or a scabbard

Start by measuring your sword and checking how it hangs. Wall racks are space savers, and a tabletop stand lets you move your display around. Scabbards are made for specific blades, so check the product page and make sure the shape matches the sword you own.

The page runs from $40.97 to $139.97, so you can add a display without a big spend. If you also collect katanas, a tiered stand keeps them together in one tidy spot.

Caring for racks and scabbards

Mount a wall rack into a stud so it can bear the weight. Wipe the blade before you place it, because oils from skin can mark the steel over time. Keep a scabbard in a dry room, since damp air can harm the lining and the fittings. Check the screws on a rack once in a while so it stays firm.

Racks, stands and scabbards as gifts

A rack or a scabbard is the finishing touch for a sword, and it makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who already owns one. A good rack keeps the blade off the floor and out of reach of small hands, while a scabbard protects the edge and completes the look of the piece.

Measure the sword before you order, since the rack must be wide enough to hold the blade and the hilt without strain. Wall mounts suit a den or a hallway, and tabletop stands suit a desk or a shelf.