Sword Canes

Sword Canes

Sword canes are a type of weapon that combines the functionality of a sword with the concealment of a cane. As the name suggests, sword canes are essentially walking canes that have a hidden blade inside. The blade is typically made of steel and can range in length from a few inches to several feet, depending on the design of the sword cane. Sword canes were popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries as a fashionable accessory for wealthy gentlemen. They were often used as a means of self-defense, as they allowed the wearer to carry a weapon without arousing suspicion. Sword canes were also favored by spies and assassins, as they could be used to deliver a surprise attack. Despite their popularity, sword canes were eventually outlawed in many countries due to the danger they posed. Today, they are primarily used as collector's items or as props in movies and television shows.

weapon, sword, cane, self-defense, outlawed

— Brian Martinez

CITATION : "Brian Martinez. 'Sword Canes.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/define/sword-canes?E=280758 (Accessed on October 14, 2026)"