Can I import a sword from the US to the Uk?
I was just wondering, as eBay has not been very helpful.
Yes, but only under special circumstances. All blades over 50cm are normally banned from sale.
Exemptions:
•Members of historical re-enactment groups which hold a Public Liability Certificate.
•Members of a Martial Arts club which hold a Public Liability Certificate.
•Use for authorized Theatrical / film use.
•All Swords over 100 years old.
•Samurai Swords made before 1954.
•Samurai Swords made in Japan at any time using the traditional forging technique.
The only modern sword you can buy as a private individual is a true Samurai (Katana) sword, but there is virtually no chance you could ever buy one of those.
The short answer is simply NO.
1. Are you buying the sword from eBay?
2. Did you agreed to pay any shipping or duties on the sword?
The ball’s in your court if you want the sword.
References :
Yes, but only under special circumstances. All blades over 50cm are normally banned from sale.
Exemptions:
•Members of historical re-enactment groups which hold a Public Liability Certificate.
•Members of a Martial Arts club which hold a Public Liability Certificate.
•Use for authorized Theatrical / film use.
•All Swords over 100 years old.
•Samurai Swords made before 1954.
•Samurai Swords made in Japan at any time using the traditional forging technique.
The only modern sword you can buy as a private individual is a true Samurai (Katana) sword, but there is virtually no chance you could ever buy one of those.
The short answer is simply NO.
References :
http://ukbladesforum.co.uk/index.php/knives-and-the-law/53-swords-and-the-law-