The Wolf in the North: Engineering the 157g "Longclaw" Valyrian Steel Replica

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2025-12-15T11:35:02+08:00

It was meant to be a bear, but it became a wolf. Longclaw is the most iconic blade in Game of Thrones history. In this debut analysis of our Westeros collection, we examine the 30cm, 157g zinc alloy replica, focusing on the challenge of recreating "Valyrian Steel" ripples and the Ghost-inspired pommel.

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"It's my father's sword, and his father's before him. The Mormonts have carried it for five centuries." — Jeor Mormont.

In Game of Thrones, Valyrian Steel is a lost art. It is lighter than normal steel, yet harder, and forever sharp. It is defined by the rippled patterns in the blade, the result of being folded thousands of times and forged with dragonfire.

For a replica maker, simulating this legendary material on a Zinc Alloy casting is the ultimate test. A simple silver paint job is not enough. It needs depth. It needs the "smoke and water" texture described by George R.R. Martin.

At BlacksmithSONG, we begin our journey into Westeros with the sword of the King in the North. Here is the technical breakdown of our 30cm Longclaw, the heavyweight champion of our new collection.

⚒️ Key Specs at a Glance

Total Length: 30cm (The new "Collector's Standard" for detail).

Net Weight: 157g (Exceptional density for a bastard sword).

Material: Zinc Alloy with Valyrian-patterned mold.

Hilt Detail: The White Wolf (Ghost) pommel with red eyes.

Price: $29.99 (Includes Free Global Shipping).

The "Valyrian" Texture: A Molding Breakthrough

The biggest visual identifier of Longclaw is the blade pattern.
In cheap knock-offs, this pattern is often just a printed sticker or a laser etching that sits flat on the surface.

For our 30cm version, we integrated the Ripple Texture directly into the casting mold.

Tactile Depth: If you run your fingernail down the blade, you can feel the subtle ridges of the "folded metal."

The Finish: We use a dark wash over the silver alloy. The wash settles into the low points of the ripples, creating that authentic, smoky grey contrast that defines Valyrian steel on screen.

157g: The Weight of Command

In the show, Longclaw is a "Bastard Sword" (Hand-and-a-half sword). It is meant to be versatile.
Our replica reflects this. At 157g, it is significantly heavier than our earlier 22cm models (like the 70g Dawn or 74g Dark Sister).

Why the weight jump?
The switch to the 30cm scale allows for a thicker blade spine and a solid, die-cast hilt. This 157g weight gives the prop a "deadly" feeling. It anchors your hand. When you place it on your desk, it doesn't slide around; it sits with the authority of a Lord Commander.

The Pommel: From Bear to Wolf

（Video: Cinematic video of Longclaw resting in snow with the Night's Watch oath in the background）

Watch the video above. Note the contrast of the white pommel against the dark "snow" setting.

The soul of this sword is the handle. Originally featuring a bear (for House Mormont), it was refashioned into a white wolf (for Jon Snow/Stark) by Jeor Mormont.

The Casting: The pommel is not a separate plastic ball; it is integrated into the metal structure.

The Eyes: The tiny red eyes of the wolf—representing the weirwood trees and Jon's albino direwolf, Ghost—are carefully applied. This pop of red is the only color on an otherwise monochrome weapon, drawing the eye immediately to the hilt.

Scale Evolution: 22cm vs 30cm

Long-time followers of BlacksmithSONG know we have experimented with different scales.
Some of our older legacy molds (like Dawn) are 22cm. While portable, they lack the surface area for high-resolution details.

Longclaw represents our new "Premium Standard."
At 30cm, we can sculpt the leather texture on the grip and the individual hairs on the wolf's mane. If you are starting a Game of Thrones collection today, this is the benchmark for quality.

The Blacksmith's Verdict

Longclaw is the protagonist's sword, and it deserves protagonist treatment.
We engineered this 157g replica to be the cornerstone of your Westeros display. It is heavy, the "Valyrian" texture is convincing, and the wolf pommel is instantly recognizable.

For $29.99, you aren't just buying a letter opener. You are buying the sword that killed a White Walker.

Winter is here. Take the sword.

🔗 For the Watch

Acquire the Longclaw Replica ($29.99) (Core Product)

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📚 External Lore Resources:

Game of Thrones Wiki: Longclaw (Authority Link)

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