I Want Better Weapons Iron Dark and Dirty SE
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #24 of 34 Weapons and Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I Want Better Weapons Iron SE Dark and Dirty
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Reason for this mod:
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A good friend of mine PhatBassAnchor posed an idea to me to replace Some of the sets of weapons in the game for high poly models and larger textures.
Not because we intend to use them but because many of the NPC in game use them.
Also most house mods use the iron shield with crossed iron greatswords as decoration.
So basically this is purely a visual improvement to the world of Skyrim unless you want to use the iron weapons yourself.
This version Dark and Dirty is because everyone will like different things :)
What this mod does:
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This mod replaces:
Iron Dagger
Iron Longsword
Iron Greatsword
Iron War Hammer
Iron War Axe
Iron Battleaxe
Iron (Imperial) Bow
Also replaces The Iron Shield, and Banded (or heavy)Iron shield
All models have been custom created, and set matching 2K textures applied.
Coloration designed to match with IWBA mod I created.
This mod only changes the appearance of the weapons already in game.
BONUS FILES:
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I have created all the left hand and sheath files for Ecotone Dual sheath mod, and included them in the download.
What this mod doesn't do:
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This mod does NOT change any stats of any weapon in game.
It does NOT change locations or what merchants sell
This mod will not play nice with any other mod that changes the models for the items listed above.
Basically anywhere an iron dagger is in the vanilla game it will still be there but use my model, and texture.
For those that actually read:
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This mod is a finished product presented 'as is'.
I do NOT do requests. Please don't ask.
Use it if you like it. Scroll on if you don't.
Installation:
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Unpack archive to your Skyrim Special Edition folder or use your favorite mod manager.
This mod adds files the game will use instead of the vanilla ones located in the .bsa that came with the game.
There is no .esp so no need to fuss with load order.
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Locate and delete files. Your game will revert back to using the vanilla files located in the .bsa
All model files will be located in meshes/weapons/iron, and Meshes/armor/iron.
All textures are located in textures/weapons/I want better weapons folder.
Or use your favorite mod manager to uninstall.
Version log:
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I Want Better Weapons Iron Dark and Dirty SE is a texture replacer for Skyrim Special Edition that gives iron weapons a worn, rough appearance. It reworks textures, specular maps, and normal maps for a more used look. With 124 endorsements and 6,741 downloads, it's a niche cosmetic mod for players who prefer gritty weapon visuals.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 124 endorsements and over 6.7k downloads
- Gives iron weapons a gritty, battle-worn look that fits dark fantasy playthroughs
- Simple texture replacer—no gameplay changes, just visual variety
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects iron weapons, so other weapon types remain unchanged
- Last updated in 2020, so it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim SE updates
- Potential conflicts with other texture overhauls that modify iron weapons
For Skyrim players who want their iron weapons to look realistically worn and dirty, especially those doing gritty or survival-style playthroughs. If you prefer clean, shiny weapons or want changes to all weapon types, this isn't for you.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily install and uninstall this texture replacer.
- Place this mod after other texture overhauls in your load order to ensure it takes priority.
- Check the mod's file page for any compatibility notes with popular texture packs like Skyrim 202X.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Nicoroshi
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 6,741
- Endorsements
- 124
- Category
- Weapons and Armour
- Created
- 10/11/2020
- Updated
- 10/11/2020
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