rapier royal armouries

rapier royal armouriesA beautiful rapier by Windlass Steelcraft, based on an original rapier in the collection of the Royal Armouries in London. One of the most beautiful rapiers in the world! The rapier features a flamboyant basket richly decorated with birds and plant motifs. This strong basket protects the hand whilst sword fighting or fencing, and the cross guard blocks the opponent's rapier. The heavy pommel provides excellent balance. The grip is wrapped with braided

A superb helmet for Viking reenactment

The name is derived from the Scottish original

Additionally

The shield is a replica of originals used by the Roman auxiliae

who thought the shape resembled a Victorian flat iron

The city's trading position declined when

The overgarment is crafted from cotton and has been inspired by the Scandinavian hangeroc

serving as a humble piece of clothing amongst the low classes in society

with a 40 cm blade that tapers into a leaf shape

the weapon can be easily maintained with a specialist silicone spray

The set of two steel vambraces is crafted from steel after medieval originals

Birka was a city where Vikings from across Europe traded and exchanged items