HEMA
HEMA is an acronym for Historical European Martial Arts. The term encompasses a varied range of European fighting arts from Harnessfecten (fighting in armour) to Glima (Viking wrestling). The Knight Shop offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of HEMA equipment for sale in the UK. We are specialists in this market and have a dedicated web store www.thehemashop.com
We even manufacture our own line of HEMA equipment! Our range of Red Dragon Armoury Synthetic Sparring Swords, Fencing Masks, Weapon Sparring Gloves, Throat Protectors, Groin Guards and Kit Bags can be purchased from retailers all over the planet.
We are the UK’s leading retailer of SPES protective equipment and hold large stocks of their products. We stock a range of federschwert, bucklers, rapiers, sabres, padded practice swords, wooden and nylon wasters, daggers, books, DVDs - basically everything you will ever need to get you into HEMA!
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12" Red Dragon Buckler - 14 gauge
This buckler has been developed with some of the top HEMA schools in Europe with durability and price in mind. It is constructed from 14 gauge steel making it durable enough to take the abuse that everyday practice in the salle throws at it. It is ideal for both I.33 and Bolognese systems.
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The boss is well riveted to the face of the buckler and the grip/handle is raised at the back to allow for a padded glove, but not raised to the extent that it adversely affects manoeuvrability. A great buckler at a great price!
Diameter: 31cm
Circumference: 97cm
Depth: 5cm
Weight: 1640g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the 12” Red Dragon Buckler - 14 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £45.00 Incl. Tax: £54.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Sparring Gloves
Please note that these gloves are designed for sparring with synthetic swords. Whilst most people deem them durable enough for controlled steel sparring, the gloves will deteriorate at a faster rate as a consequence. Red Dragon HEMA Sparring Gloves are not indestructible and are not designed to last forever. As with any other sports kit, they will deteriorate and need replacing over time. The more they are used, the faster they will deteriorate.
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Buy the Red Dragon HEMA Sparring Gloves with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.
Please refer to the images for size measurements.Excl. Tax: £49.17 Incl. Tax: £59.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Light Sparring Hoodie
Our stylish Light Sparring Hoodies feature integrated foam pads in the shoulders/upper arms and elbows/forearms. These pads can be removed for washing, or when you simply don’t require the protection they afford.
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The collar features a blade catcher and integrated plastic throat protector backed with a foam pad to absorb impact. This is securely fastened by Velcro and is also removable. The long zip is reinforced by a press stud at the top and bottom and the hood can also be unzipped and removed if required. It features reinforced elbow patches and zipped pockets.
Sizing information can be found below.
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £57.50 Incl. Tax: £69.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Fencing Mask - 350N
Our Red Dragon Fencing Mask is one of the most popular masks in the HEMA marketplace and represents excellent value for beginners. This durable mask is suitable for longsword sparring and most other HEMA activities. It comes in “HEMA black” and features a removable (handwash only) red liner. The bib is rated at 350N. Available in Medium, Large and Extra Large.
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Sizing for fencing masks are based on your vertical head circumference.
If you do not have a mask you already wear, measure your face by taking a tape measure, holding it underneath your chin with your mouth slightly open, from under your jaw, up past your ear, past the top of your head, down past your other ear, and back down to the bottom of your chin (from where you started).
Measurement around face
Small: 56-59cm
Medium: 61-64cm
Large: 66-69cm
XLarge: 73-76cm
If you do have a mask you already wear, measure around the inner circumference of the mask from where your chin would sit and back around.
Measurement around mask
Small: 74cm
Medium: 76cm
Large: 78cm
XLarge: 80cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £57.92 Incl. Tax: £69.50 -
Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Cutlass
Our Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Arming Sword is designed for the rigours of the HEMA salle and is practically unbreakable. Its combination of durability and value for money make it a popular choice for HEMA schools around the globe. It comes in modular form with many options for customisation and is perfect for beginners.
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Our synthetic swords are also great for film and theatrical use, being cheaper and requiring a lot less maintenance than their steel or aluminium counterparts.
Blade Length: 76cm
Guard Length: 14.5cm
Grip Length: 11.5cm
Pommel Length: 3.5cm
Hilt Length: 16cm
Total Length: 94cm
Total Weight: 638g
POB: 14cm
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to pieceExcl. Tax: £44.17 Incl. Tax: £53.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Basket Hilt Sword
The Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Basket Hilt Sword has been designed and tested in conjunction with English Martial Arts Academy and we are grateful for their help with this. It is great for practising techniques from George Silver and Highland Broadsword fighting manuals and a great choice of weapon for people starting out in backsword systems.
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Our Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Arming Sword is designed for the rigours of the HEMA salle and is practically unbreakable. Its combination of durability and value for money make it a popular choice for HEMA schools around the globe. It comes in modular form with many options for customisation and is perfect for beginners.
Our synthetic swords are also great for film and theatrical use, being cheaper and requiring a lot less maintenance than their steel or aluminium counterparts.
Blade Length: 87 cm
Guard Length: 14.5cm
Grip Length: 11.5cm
Pommel Length: 3.5cm
Hilt Length: 16cm
Total Length: 105cm
Total Weight: 690g
POB: 15.24cm
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £44.17 Incl. Tax: £53.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Longsword
Longwords are undoubtedly the most popular weapon on the HEMA scene. They are the basis for several treatises from masters such as Fiore, Lichtenauer and Talhoffer spanning more than 200 years.
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Our Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Longsword is designed for the rigours of the HEMA salle and is practically unbreakable. Its combination of durability and value for money make it a popular choice for HEMA schools around the globe. It comes in modular form with many options for customisation and is perfect for beginners.
Our synthetic swords are also great for film and theatrical use, being cheaper and requiring a lot less maintenance than their steel or aluminium counterparts.
Total Length: 124cm
Blade Length: 96.5cm
Guard Length: 24cm
Grip Length: 19.5cm
Pommel Length: 6.5cm
Hilt Length: 27cm
Weight: 768g
POB: 15.24cm
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £44.17 Incl. Tax: £53.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Bastard Sword
By replacing the standard wheel pommel of the Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Arming Sword with an extended pommel, we create the Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Bastard Sword. This sword is very popular with younger students where it can be used as a longsword or arming sword trainer depending on their requirements.
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Our Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Arming Sword is designed for the rigours of the HEMA salle and is practically unbreakable. Its combination of durability and value for money make it a popular choice for HEMA schools around the globe. It comes in modular form with many options for customisation and is perfect for beginners.
Our synthetic swords are also great for film and theatrical use, being cheaper and requiring a lot less maintenance than their steel or aluminium counterparts.
Total Length: 113cm
Blade Length: 86.5cm
Guard Length: 20cm
Grip Length: 11.5cm
Pommel Length: 13cm
Hilt Length: 27cm
Weight: 690g
POB: 14cm
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary form piece to pieceExcl. Tax: £44.17 Incl. Tax: £53.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Arming Sword
Arming swords, when combined with bucklers, are popular choice of weapon for HEMA. They are the basis for famous treatises such as the Walpurgis Fechtbuch, the earliest known surviving European fechtbuch (fighting manual).
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Our Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Arming Sword is designed for the rigours of the HEMA salle and is practically unbreakable. Its combination of durability and value for money make it a popular choice for HEMA schools around the globe. It comes in modular form with many options for customisation and is perfect for beginners.
Our synthetic swords are also great for film and theatrical use, being cheaper and requiring a lot less maintenance than their steel or aluminium counterparts.
Total Length: 106.5cm
Blade Length: 86.5cm
Guard Length: 20cm
Grip Length: 11.5cm
Pommel Length: 6.5cm
Hilt Length: 19cm
Weight: 682g
POB: 16.5cm
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £44.17 Incl. Tax: £53.00 -
Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Messer
Our Red Dragon HEMA Synthetic Sparring Messer is designed for the rigours of the HEMA salle and is practically unbreakable. Its combination of durability and value for money make it a popular choice for HEMA schools around the globe. It comes in modular form with many options for customisation and is perfect for beginners.
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Our synthetic swords are also great for film and theatrical use, being cheaper and requiring a lot less maintenance than their steel or aluminium counterparts.
Blade Length: 76cm
Guard Length: 16cm
Grip Length: 11.5cm
Pommel Length: 6cm
Hilt Length: 19cm
Total Length: 95cm
Total Weight: 604g
POB: 15cm
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass
Scabbard: None
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £44.17 Incl. Tax: £53.00