Sharpen Other Swords II - AnimObject Swapper

⭐ ⭐⭐ (4,674 endorsements) 📥 2.2M downloads 📌 v0.2.4 📅 9/13/2022
🟡 Updated this year

By wankingSkeever · Immersion

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 2/2/2026 📅 Created: 9/13/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #62 of 179 Immersion mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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Description
  • []Distributes different objects to animations

[]Different swords for sharpening wheels

[]Different daggers for tanning racks

[]Vanilla and Creation Club stuff supported

[]Objects used is contextual

  • []NPC blacksmiths will sharpen swords relevant to their faction

    []Markarth smiths will sharpen Dwermer swords

    []Solitude smiths will sharpen Imperial swords

    []Orcish smiths will sharpen Orcish swords

[]NPC blacksmiths will sharpen either sword or great sword

[]Player and NPCs use sword or dagger from their inventory

[]Player will prioritize swords with a corresponding ingot in inventory

[]No record conflicts with anything

[]ESL (it takes mere minutes to check, folks)

Requirements
  • []AnimObject Swapper

Installation/Uninstallation/Upgrade

  • []Whenever

Credits
  • []Fuzzles

    []powerofthree

    []wSkeever

Please check out these wonderful patches by MelwenMods!

  • []Sharpen Other Swords - Believable Weapons Patch

    []Sharpen Other Swords - Better-Shaped Weapons Patch

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod swaps the default swords and daggers used in sharpening wheel and tanning rack animations with a variety of different weapon models, enhancing visual immersion. It's a lightweight, popular cosmetic mod for players who want more variety in their game's animations.

✨ Key Features

Distributes different swords and daggers to sharpening wheel animations
Distributes different swords and daggers to tanning rack animations
High community approval with 4,674 endorsements
Over 2.2 million downloads indicate widespread use

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust: 4,674 endorsements and 2.2M downloads show it's a go-to for immersion fans
  • Simple concept, big impact: makes those repetitive sharpening and tanning animations feel fresh
  • Lightweight and focused: doesn't overhaul anything else, just swaps the weapons in animations

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in February 2026, so it's recent but no guarantee it works with future patches
  • Only affects two animation types — if you wanted more variety elsewhere, this won't cover it
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who notice the same sword on the sharpening wheel every time and want a quick visual fix. Also great for immersion modders who appreciate small details that make the world feel more alive. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes — this is purely cosmetic.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, download with the manager to keep your load order clean.
  • Check if you have other mods that alter the same animations — load order might matter to avoid conflicts.
  • Since it's a simple mesh swap, you can safely remove it anytime without breaking your save.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
wankingSkeever
Version
0.2.4
Downloads
2,218,262
Endorsements
4,674
Category
Immersion
Created
9/13/2022
Updated
2/2/2026

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