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One-handed weapons in WoW Forever beta vary by class. This tier list covers best swords, maces, daggers, and fist weapons ranked by BiS value.
For broader content, see our Two-Handed Weapons, Weapon Enchants, and Class Guides articles.
Quick summary: Top one-handed sword: Brogdul’s Mining Pick. Top dagger: Stratholme rare. Best one-hand: Brogdul BiS.
One-handed weapons basics
Weapon types
| Type | Classes |
|---|---|
| Sword | Warrior, Paladin, Rogue |
| Mace | Paladin, Warrior, Priest |
| Dagger | Rogue |
| Fist | Monk, Warrior |
Sword tier list
| Tier | Sword | Source |
|---|---|---|
| S | Brogdul’s Mining Pick | Brogdul rare |
| S | Stockade Claymore | Stockades |
| A | Worn Shortsword | Quest |
| B | Ironforge Gift Sword | Vendor |
Dagger tier list
| Tier | Dagger | Source |
|---|---|---|
| S | Stratholme Dagger | Stratholme |
| A | Stockade Shiv | Stockades |
| A | Wiz-Lock’s Dagger | Quest |
| B | Copper Dagger | Vendor |
Mace tier list
| Tier | Mace | Source |
|---|---|---|
| S | Brogdul Mace | Brogdul rare |
| A | Stockade Mace | Stockades |
| A | Mace of the Tomb | Quest |
| B | Wooden Mallet | Vendor |
Best by class
| Class | Best weapon |
|---|---|
| Warrior | Brogdul Sword |
| Rogue | Stratholme Dagger |
| Paladin | Brogdul Mace |
| Priest | Wand |
FAQ
Best one-handed?
Brogdul’s Mining Pick.
Time to get?
5-10 hours farming.
Final verdict
One-handed = Brogdul BiS. Best class: Warrior / Rogue.
For broader content, see our Two-Handed Weapons, Weapon Enchants, and Class Guides articles.