Reliks

About Reliks

Reliks is a gift shop and retailer of swords, modern knives, and medieval or movie-style collectibles located in the Cleardale neighbourhood of London, Ontario. The business serves collectors, martial artists, and enthusiasts of historical European martial arts (HEMA), as well as those interested in stage productions and reenactments. They offer a wide variety of authentic, hand-forged functional swords, including European knights' swords, Japanese katanas, Chinese swords, and cavalry sabres. Their inventory features specific models such as the Roman Pompeii Gladius, the Tenka Fubu Katana, and the Italian Storta Sword. Additionally, the shop provides decorative and collector items, fantasy swords inspired by movies and literature, and a gift shop featuring historical statues, pewter goblets, letter openers, and various games like Hnefatafl sets and polyhedral dice. The company was established as a partnership on April 1, 2000, by co-owners Jamie Meiklejohn and Chris Howard. Originally starting as a passion project for collectors, the founders began importing handmade swords from Spain, China, and India to provide high-quality alternatives to "wall hangers." Reliks describes itself as a family-type business where the founders remain deeply involved in daily operations, from preparing parcels to interacting with customers. The business has grown from a small downtown shop into a recognized brand with a full retail brick-and-mortar store in London and an online presence. They also offer a free recycling program for customers looking to dispose of unwanted swords or knives.