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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SPES PRO Shoulder and Upper Arm Protector
Our PRO set is made of durable synthetic material of high crack resistance. Due to their durability, lightweight, and low maintenance, it is the best option for increasing the level of protection of HEMA gear.
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The PRO set minimizes possible injuries and bruises resulting from sword fighting or training with any other weapon simulator. It also protects the jacket from damage.
Price per pair. Complete set with SPES PRO Forearm and Elbow Protector.
Material: Plastic (Polypropylene)
Forearm Length: 19cm
Weight: 0.30 kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Please note: Designed to fit AP Plus, AP Plus Light, NG and NG Light Jackets.All other jackets will require modification.Excl. Tax: £27.50 Incl. Tax: £33.00 -
SPES PRO Forearm and Elbow Protector
Our PRO set is made of durable synthetic material of high crack resistance. Due to their durability, lightweight, and low maintenance, it is the best option for increasing the level of protection of HEMA gear.
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The PRO set minimizes possible injuries and bruises resulting from sword fighting or training with any other weapon simulator. It also protects the jacket from damage.
Price per pair.
Material: Plastic (Polypropylene)
Weight: 0.49 kg
Forearm Length: 19cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £29.17 Incl. Tax: £35.00 -
SPES "Geko" Forearm Protector
Made from ecological leather, the "Geko" Forearm Protectors, decrease the chances of getting injured during historical fencing training. They are very durable and are specially cambered to be as resistant as possible.
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Even though these protectors look as if they are made of natural leather, no materials of animal origin have been used in the production. The material is quite easy in cleaning and maintenance.
Rubbers on the protectors ensure the proper setting and fitting to forearms. Thanks to the adjustable velcro straps, "Shell" Elbow Protectors can be mounted and fitted with the set.
These covers are a bit shorter and better fitted to the forearm's shape than the "Vectir" Forearm and Elbow Protectors, which ensures more comfortable usage.
Price per pair.
Material: Polyester & Plastic
Weight: 0.61 kg
Shorter side width: 26.5 cm
Longer side width: 36 cm
Length in the shortest place: 17 cm
Length in the longest place: 25 cm
Length of a strap around wrist: 45 cm
Length of a second strap: 48 cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £30.42 Incl. Tax: £36.50 -
SPES "Geko" Forearm and Elbow Protector
Made from ecological leather, "Geko" Forearm Protectors, decrease the chances of getting injured during historical fencing training. They are very durable and are specially cambered to be as resistant as possible.
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Even though these protectors look as if they are made of natural leather, no materials of animal origin have been used in the production. The material is quite easy in cleaning and maintenance.
Rubbers on the protectors ensure the proper setting and fitting to forearms. Thanks to the adjustable velcro straps, "Shell" Elbow Protectors can be mounted and fitted with the set.
These covers are a bit shorter and better fitted to the forearm's shape than the "Vectir" Forearm and Elbow Protectors, which ensures more comfortable usage.
Price per pair.
Material: Polyester & Plastic
Weight: 0.86 kg
Shorter side width: 26.5 cm
Longer side width: 36 cm
Length in the shortest place: 17 cm
Length in the longest place: 25 cm
Length of a strap around wrist: 45 cm
Length of a second strap: 48 cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £42.50 Incl. Tax: £51.00 -
SPES Vectir Forearm Protectors
Longer Vectir forearms will meet the expectations of those who care about resistance and increased cushioning during training. The plates placed under the material are profiled, so you can easily adjust the overlays to the sleeves of your HEMA jacket. Note that Vectiry covers all sides of the hands! Additionally, you can tweak your equipment by attaching Shell overlays to it or choose calves made in the same technology.
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Buy the SPES Vectir Forearm Protectors with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.
Outer fabric: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Inserts: Plastic
Weight: 0.50 kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £28.33 Incl. Tax: £34.00 -
SPES Vectir Forearm & Elbow Protectors
Black Vectir forearms and Shell elbows together create a training set that you can match with each of your jackets. They will work perfectly for you if you need longer cushioning overlays on your forearms. You can detach your elbows at any time and use them with other overlays, such as Geko or Light. Universality is the second name of this set!
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Outer fabric: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Inserts: Plastic
Weight: 0.90 kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the SPES Vectir Forearm & Elbow Protectors with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.Excl. Tax: £43.04 Incl. Tax: £51.65 -
SPES Light Forearm Overlays
The Light overlays were designed for customers looking for lighter, shorter and narrower forearms with a wide range of modification options. This forearm model belongs to SPESLAB products, which means that it is a full-fledged but prototype version of HEMA equipment. They can be used by both women and men, regardless of the size of their jackets. The overlays will be perfect during training, regardless of their intensity or the simulators used.
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There are velcros on the inside, designed to attach, for example, shell elbows. They are fastened with two rubber straps, and finished with velcro. The lights are made of microcellular styrogum, which is characterized by both high durability and strength. They have special elastic straps with strong velcro, which allow keeping the overlay in the shape set by the user. In practice, they fit different hands.
NOTE! The product is delivered disassembled. It has the so-called shape memory, and the customer himself gives it a suitable form before the first use. After training, put them back in folded form with fastened straps. This will prevent possible loss of its shape, which may occur after a longer break in use. You can modify the shape of the Light overlays yourself and adjust it according to your individual needs. They are comfortable and at the same time, do not restrict movement, they also do not have any elements that could interfere with HEMA training.
Weight: 0.38 kg
Buy the SPES HEMA overlays with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.Excl. Tax: £29.17 Incl. Tax: £35.00 -
SPES HEMA Fingertip Protectors
Do you use five-fingers gloves during historical fencing training? If yes, you possibly know how poorly they protect your fingertips against hits. So try our fingertips protectors.
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Made of specially shaped durable plastic protects each fingertip individually. Just put them inside the gloves and use.
Price is for a set of 10 pieces - five for each hand.
Material: Plastic (Polythylene)
Weight: 0.03 kg
Buy the SPES HEMA Fingertip Protectors with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.Excl. Tax: £10.83 Incl. Tax: £13.00 -
SPES Mitten Gloves NG 800N
Mitten Gloves NG 800N has a characteristic design, which makes them stand out.
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This model is dedicated for both advanced users and beginners. Their universal size makes them also appropriate for men and women.
Mitten gloves are designed for HEMA training of low intensity, especially with the use of one-handed simulators, like our SPES Sabre Blue. Mittens have only one separate finger - a thumb. They are made of black fabric, with synthetic grey leather on the inner side.
Gloves cover the whole hand with the wrist, closing the space between fingers. Our gloves are made from a composite of 800N puncture resistance. Additionally, they have a layer of felt and so-called “intelligent foam” with very good cushioning properties.
The simple design makes our Mittens comfortable and easy to use. Synthetic leather gives a convenient, secure grip.
Outer fabric: 50% Polyamide, 25% Cotton, 25% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Size: One size
Weight: 0.40 kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £43.33 Incl. Tax: £52.00 -
SPES Light Duelling HEMA Gloves
Fencing Gloves designed for HEMA training with light weapons such as light saber, épée or rapier. They are not meant to be used with Feder or heavy sword.
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With foam filling quilted on cuff, metacarpus and fingers. Cuff has a slit fastened with Velcro tape.
Gloves are available as a pair.
Outer fabric: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Inserts: Plastic
Weight: 0.25kg
Sizes (men's sizes):
S - 8
XL - 11
Buy the SPES Duelling Light HEMA Gloves with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.Excl. Tax: £53.79 Incl. Tax: £64.55