Windlass Steelcrafts

Our Templar Heater Shield is made of curved wood and is covered with sturdy canvas on both sides. The shield has two crossed hand grips made of leather at the back and a long leather arm strap that you hold under tension to keep the shield close to your body. If you need to drop the shield quickly, simply let go of the leather strap (as described in the "Manesse Codex.") Another long strap allows you to carry the shield on your back, and it has a padded arm rest for extra protection against hard blows. The simple black & white design painted on the outside of the shield probably signifies the Templar knights: white stands for chivalry and purity.

Height: 65cm
Width: 57cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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This light mail is made of aluminium links that have been flattened, riveted shut and then chemically darkened. The outer diameter of rings is about 1/2".

It can be worn with or without a helmet. Unlike traditional steel mail, aluminium mail does not require oiling! Made by Windlass Steelcrafts.

Weight: 1077g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The seax (also called sax, seaxe, and hadseax) was the weapon of choice of Germanic tribes between the early Middle Ages and the Viking era. There are many variations with many different blade lengths: the Merovingian Seax was used as a tool as well as a weapon.

Our lightweight broad seax has a distinctive blade form and its cutting edge is on the long side of the single-edged blade. A decorative lozenge pattern and stripes are etched into the blade on both sides. Brass studs in the wooden grip add to the decorative effect and also give you a better grip on this seax. The leather scabbard is riveted at the top and bottom and laces on one side.

Total length: 48.5 cm
Blade length: 33 cm
Grip length: 8.5 cm
Weight: 450 g
Blade thickness (base): 0.32 cm
Blade width (base): 4.1 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Stitched Leather

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our surprisingly lightweight medieval war hammer is a replica of an original from the 15th century. The flat hammer on one side and long, pointed spike on the other mean this hammer is equal to any situation. The lower part of the hardwood shaft is wrapped with black leather that is offset with mahogany leather ties.

Total length: 63.5 cm
Handle length: 59 cm
Hammer length: 4.5 cm
Spike length: 9 cm
Head width: 2.3 cm
Weight: 0.65 kg

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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If you are looking to bring the style of the 1500s knight to your home decor, check out the 16th Century German Mace. By the 15th Century, armor had become so well developed that it was almost impervious to a sword cut and even a thrust. The mace, which evolved from mans oldest weapon, the club, could make short work of that armor. With a few sound full-force blows the best of plate was so damaged that the wearers movement would be greatly impaired, and that lead quickly to defeat. This handsome example has 8 flanges that are made from steel that has been blackened to a deep luster. The bottoms of the shafts are wrapped in black leather for an improvement grip. The shaft is hollow, to help with balance and weight.

The nine-sided steel shaft of this German mace has a grip wrapped with black leather and a head with eight ribs. The black finish heralds doom and protects against rust.

Total length: 60 cm
Head length: 11 cm
Handle length: 47.5 cm
Grip length: 20 cm
Diameter of head: 7.5 cm
Weight: 0.86 kg

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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The battle axes of the High Middle Ages that were preferred by the Vikings are probably advanced developments of Frankish throwing axes. Their blades have straight upper edges, while the sharp edges were usually curved toward the handle. Their handles were too long to throw; instead, they were used in close combat with shields. This Viking battle axe has a blade of hand forged carbon steel which is fastened to a hardwood handle. Both sides of the blade are etched with a decorative Celtic knot pattern that features a dragon's head.

Handle Length: 66.5 cm
Blade Length: 18.5 cm
Sharp edge: 12.2 cm
Weight: 850g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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In 1943 on a farm called Gjermundbu in central Norway, a chance discovery led to one of the most important Viking age burial sites in Scandinavia. Amongst the finds at this site were the most complete Viking helmets and mail shirts ever found. Also Inside the grave were 2 spearheads.  Our Viking “Gjermundbu” Spearhead is a replica of one these finds and one of the best available to buy in the UK.  It is forged from high carbon steel and accepts a round wooden shaft (not included).

Overall: 64cm
Blade Length: 41cm
Blade Width: 6cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Our Knights Hospitaller Nasal Helmet is a replica of the helmet worn by “the Hospitaller” in Ridley Scott’s “Kingdom of Heaven”. It is constructed from 18 gauge steel and features a hinged nasal bar, leather liner and buckled chin strap.

Inner Circumference: 66cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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This item is an out of license replica of a helmet used in Kingdom of Heaven.

The English iron hat is a helmet shaped like a wide-brimmed hat. It is made of steel and provides protection from things coming down from above, like a hail of arrows or a sword for example. Many helmets of old restricted their wearers' vision or ability to breathe, but not our English iron hat. It is also lighter than you think! This English iron hat has an adjustable liner so it can fit almost any head. Lightweight and adjustable, it is very comfortable to wear. A leather chinstrap with buckle makes sure that this English iron hat stays on your head.

The inner circumference of this English iron hat measures approx. 58 cm and is made of 18 gauge carbon steel.

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Circumference: 58cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece