Windlass Steelcrafts

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.

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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Our Beowulf Viking Shield is constructed of hardwood with a dark stained finish and is approximately 13 mm thick. It features a steel boss with a steel rim to protect the edges. The inside surface is covered with felt. Perfect for theatre and film work and a great display piece.

Diameter: 74cm
Thickness: 1.3cm

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

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The weight of the tempered carbon steel blade benefits the penetrating force of your classic European spear, and has a positive impact on its flight characteristics as well. It has a slightly conical socket that is approx. 13 cm long. The spearhead has a hole at each side so you can securely fasten it to the shaft of your choice (not included).

This spearhead design is especially versatile: it was used for centuries all over Europe. We also offer spearheads with 3mm edges suitable for re-enactment.

Total Length: 41cm
Blade Length: 24cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Weight: 510g

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

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Our war hammer has two very powerful spikes – one for piercing armor and balancing the flat head, and the other at the top for deadly thrusts. The long straps that keep the head on the shaft also come to a spiky point. The shaft is made of hardwood spiked with steel studs for more holding power.

Total length: 67 cm
Handle length: 54 cm
Hammer length: 3.5 cm
Spike length: 5.2 cm
Head width: 3.2cm
Weight: 1.05 kg

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

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On board ship, weapons were usually kept under lock and key. Mutinying crew members could have turned angry words into bloody deeds too easily if they were carrying weapons. But the captain had a special role and was of course allowed to have his saber or hanger at his side at all times.

Our officer hanger has a modestly curved blade with a narrow fuller that extends over three-quarters of the length of the blade. This saber has a one handed grip wrapped in leather. The hand guard includes a crossguard that extends toward the pommel. The ball-shaped pommel is decorative, but it also contributes to the balance of our officer hanger, which comes with a scabbard.

Total length: 83 cm
Blade length: 66 cm
Grip length: 10.5 cm
Weight: 0.98 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.4 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 4.2 mm
Blade width (base): 2.8 cm
Blade width (CoP): 2.4 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 6 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 23 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

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

Pirates greatly appreciated the cutlass for its effectiveness in close combat. Because of its relatively compact dimensions, a cutlass could do quite a bit of damage in the close quarters of a ship's hold, while a strong cut with its broad blade could even sever the mighty ropes of a ship.

Sometimes the classic cutlass was made with an openwork hilt for ventilation plus hand protection, but the single-edged, wide, curved blade with a distinctive yelman is characteristic of all cutlasses. The grip is wrapped with leather and the rounded pommel is riveted. The accompanying scabbard has a mount and chape made of steel. Circa 1690.

Total length: 79 cm
Blade length: 63 cm
Grip length: 9 cm
Weight: 1.43 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.3 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 4.3 mm
Blade width (base): 5.1 cm
Blade width (CoP): 4.7 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 9 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 26 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Nut
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

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

An old legend has it that a Nordic smith named Ulfberht developed the first all steel blade. This crucial development achieved near-mythical status among warriors, making this one of the most important swords in the study of medieval weapons. Several of these blades from slightly different time periods exist, some engraved in gratitude and reverence with Ulfberht’s hallowed name. 

The etchings on both sides of our blade are copied exactly so that our reproduction is identical, warts and all. Made of high carbon steel (actually better than the original) it is beautifully balanced. The grip is wood wrapped with leather. The stout crossguard is steel and the pommel is of the Brazil nut shape that was quite popular at the time, both with Vikings and the rest of Europe. A beautiful and important sword. Comes with scabbard.

Overall Length: 91cm
Blade Length: 77cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Weight: 1360g
Blade: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Steel

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

The distinct shape of the Roman Pugio dagger blade was excellent for close quarters fighting, and was used throughout the legions. Although swords and knives were generally not worn by Roman civilians within the boundaries of the "Pax Romana", barbarians and bandits were certainly to be found in the outlands, and a merchant or trader best go armed. No doubt many an old legionnaire must have found it easier to keep his balance with the familiar weight on his hip as he worked his farm in new won territory.

Our Roman Pugio Dagger is based on finds in the British Museum collection. The wood hilt is paired with a fully tempered high carbon steel blade. Comes complete with a wood scabbard covered in leather with brass parts.

Total length: 49.5 cm
Blade length: 31 cm
Grip length: 9 cm
Weight: 0.39 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.8 mm
Blade width (base): 4.5 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Wood, Leather and Brass

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