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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Classic Medieval Sword
A transition from the Viking sword to the classic medieval sword, our medieval sword is probably Oakeshott type X. Swords like this one were very popular for centuries.
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The double-edged, hardly tapered blade has a long, relatively wide fuller which makes it balance very well. The curved, flared crossguard provides lots of protection for your hand. Thanks to its leather covering, the grip is comfortable to grasp. The wheel pommel is riveted. Our classic medieval sword comes with a scabbard.
Total length: 100 cm
Blade length: 83.5 cm
Grip length: 10 cm
Weight: 1.42 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.1 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 3.6 mm
Blade width (base): 5.1 cm
Blade width (CoP): 3.8 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 15 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 20 cm
Oakeshott type: X
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £185.83 Incl. Tax: £223.00 -
Red Dragon Combat - Temple Church Sword
Our Temple Church sword is a replica of a sword found in the River Thames in London. The sword, forged in the period between 1300-1350, was discovered opposite Temple Church, the headquarters of the Knights Templar in England.
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During the 14th century, the gardens of the Temple in London ran down to the river’s edge where this sword was discovered. The discovery location, coupled with the crosses in the pommel, suggests that it is a Templar knight’s sword thrown into the river when the Order of the Temple was dissolved by Edward II in 1314.
Overall Length: 127.5cm
Blade Length: 100.5cm
Blade Width: 5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.4cm
Guard Width: 20cm
Point of Balance: 20cm
Weight: 1550g
Material: High Carbon Steel Blade, Leather Grip
Edge: Blunt - 1.5mm
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Wood, Leather & Steel
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £162.50 Incl. Tax: £195.00 -
Tourney Hand-and-a-Half Knightly Sword
Our Tourney Series Medieval Sparring Swords from Kingston Arms will set a new standard at this price point of re-enactment weaponry. Features like thru-tang handle construction, peened thru-tang stainless steel pommel and guard, 2mm rounded edge thickness make these brutal weapons on the battlefield. The cord wrapped leather grip feels exceptional in the hand with an oval cross section and slight barrel shape to keep fatigue at bay. The grip is large enough to accommodate armoured hands.
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A respectable fuller runs the length of the blade to lighten and counter balance the sword overall. A wood core and leather wrapped scabbard tipped with a stainless chape comes with each sword.
Total length: 105cm
Blade length: 83cm
Grip length: 15cm
Weight: 1559g
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Blade: 9260 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £147.00 Incl. Tax: £176.40 -
8" Shield Boss 3 - 16 gauge
Our Shield Boss is perfect for reenactors who are making or repairing their own shields.
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Outer diameter: 20.5cm
Inner diameter: 13.5cm
Depth: 6cm
Thickness: 1.7mm
Weight: 500g
Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used in its manufacture. The steel is untreated and may have rust. To protect the steel you may rub it with mineral or synthetic oil.
Buy the 8” Shield Boss 3 - 16 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £18.33 Incl. Tax: £22.00 -
8” Shield Boss 2 - 16 gauge
Our Shield Boss is perfect for reenactors who are making or repairing their own shields.
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Outer diameter: 20cm
Inner diameter: 13.5cm
Depth: 6cm
Thickness: 1.5mm
Weight: 450g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used in its manufacture. The steel is untreated and may have rust. To protect the steel you may rub it with mineral or synthetic oil.
Buy the 8” Shield Boss 2 - 16 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £18.33 Incl. Tax: £22.00 -
7" Forged Conical Shield Boss - 16 gauge
Add this well designed rustic conical shield umbo, to your Anglo-Saxon, Viking or Medieval shield, adding significantly to their historical look. So be it protecting the shield-bearer’s hand or deflecting sword blows, this shield boss will surely suit best.
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Painstakingly HANDFORGED from tough and durable 16 gauge MILD STEEL (available in 14 gauge mild steel as well), this shield boss is FULLY FUNCTIONAL. Mushroom head rivets and washers are provided with this umbo.
Note: This product is carefully coated with a layer of oil when packaged that acts as a temporary (protective) layer against corrosion (rust), which can easily be wiped off using any oil remover or even a dry cloth.
Diameter: 16.8cm
Height: 6.5cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £18.75 Incl. Tax: £22.50 -
6" Handmade Conical Shield Boss - 16 gauge
Reenacting a Celtic warrior out to defeat the Romans? Your shield needs to look as historical as possible and for that this shield boss is just the fit. Add this conical shield boss to your shield, and make the best out of your Celtic warrior reenactment!
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It is painstakingly handcrafted from sturdy 16 gauge MILD STEEL and makes a FUNCTIONAL SHIELD BOSS. Its lustrous polished texture adds to its medieval look.
Diameter: 16.5cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £15.00 Incl. Tax: £18.00 -
Telemark Viking Shield Boss - 14 gauge
Sawed shield boss made of steel inspired by the ones found in Telemark (Norway).
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Outer diameter: 16cm approx.
Inner diameter: 12cm approx.
Depth: 6cm approx.
Thickness: 2mm approx.
Weight: 420g
Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used in its manufacture. The steel is untreated and may have rust. To protect the steel you may rub it with mineral or synthetic oil.
Buy the Telemark Viking Shield Boss - 14 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £32.50 Incl. Tax: £39.00 -
SPES HEMA Foam Round Shield - Blue
Training shield 48cm diameter. Made of safe materials - mostly foam and ecoleather. Designed for medieval fencing training and medieval combat.
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The shield is aesthetic and extremely durable. Adjustable straps allow a firm grip of the shield and ease at blocking. Leather strengthening around the straps clamping provides additional durability and solidity.
The shield may be used by both right- and left-handed people. The shield is designed for use with foam swords. It is not meant to be used with hard, sharp weapons, or to hit it against hard, sharp objects.
Diameter: 48cm
Weight: 760g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £54.16 Incl. Tax: £64.99 -
SPES HEMA Foam Round Shield - Red
Training shield 48cm diameter. Made of safe materials - mostly foam and ecoleather. Designed for medieval fencing training and medieval combat.
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The shield is aesthetic and extremely durable. Adjustable straps allow a firm grip of the shield and ease at blocking. Leather strengthening around the straps clamping provides additional durability and solidity.
The shield may be used by both right- and left-handed people. The shield is designed for use with foam swords. It is not meant to be used with hard, sharp weapons, or to hit it against hard, sharp objects.
Diameter: 48cm
Weight: 760g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £54.16 Incl. Tax: £64.99