Shipping, Returns & Tracking

<h1>Shipping &amp; Returns: From Our Forge to Your Door</h1>

<p>At <strong>Valknut Warrior</strong>, we take immense pride in the craftsmanship of our historical replicas and hand-forged tools. Because our items are heavy and made from premium materials, we ensure every package is handled with the respect it deserves.</p>

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<h2>1. Shipping Information</h2>

<h3>Processing Times</h3>
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    <li><strong>In-Stock Items:</strong> Orders are typically processed and dispatched within <strong>2–4 business days</strong>.</li>
    <li><strong>Custom/Hand-Forged Items:</strong> For items requiring custom engraving or finishing, please allow <strong>7–10 business days</strong>.</li>
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<h3>Worldwide Delivery</h3>
<p>We ship globally from our central hub. Estimated delivery times are:</p>
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    <li><strong>United States &amp; Canada:</strong> 7–12 Business Days</li>
    <li><strong>Europe:</strong> 5–10 Business Days (<a href="/pages/eu-shipping-guarantee">Duty-Free Guarantee Included</a>)</li>
    <li><strong>Rest of World:</strong> 10–18 Business Days</li>
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<h3>Heavy Item Handling</h3>
<p>For items like our <strong>9.25lb Leviathan Axe</strong> or full-metal replicas, we use reinforced, double-walled packaging and industrial-grade padding to ensure your item arrives in pristine condition.</p>

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<h2>2. Returns &amp; Exchanges</h2>

<h3>30-Day Warrior Guarantee</h3>
<p>If you aren't completely satisfied with your purchase, you may return your item within <strong>30 days</strong> of delivery. The item must be in its original condition and packaging.</p>

<h3>Damaged or Defective Items</h3>
<p>In the rare event that your item arrives damaged during transit, please contact us within <strong>48 hours</strong> of delivery at <a href="mailto:valknutwarriorss@gmail.com"><strong>valknutwarriorss@gmail.com</strong></a>. Please include photos of the packaging and the damaged item. We will ship a replacement immediately at no extra cost to you.</p>

<h3>Non-Returnable Items</h3>
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    <li>Customized or personalized engraved items.</li>
    <li>Items showing signs of improper maintenance (rusting due to neglect).</li>
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