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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20" Reinforced Round Rotella Shield - 16 gauge
Our Reinforced Round Rotella Shield is hand beaten from 16 gauge steel – making it both tough and durable enough for re-enactment and HEMA. You can still see the traces of the smith’s hammer marks on the surface. It features 2 adjustable leather straps and cushioning pad for the arm to soak up impact.
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Diameter: 50.5cm
Weight: 2700g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the Reinforced Round Rotella Shield with confidence from the UK’s leading historical shield retailer.Regular Price: £99.00
Special Price Excl. Tax: £74.25 Incl. Tax: £89.10
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SPES Body Protector
Standard Size: Over 175cm (Body Height)
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The body protector is designed to protect the torso. It is made of six layers of thickly woven, quilted fabric. It is used for protection against internal injury. It also has an additional collar with a turned edge that protects the neck. It is fastened in the back with three straps.Regular Price: £98.99
Special Price Excl. Tax: £74.24 Incl. Tax: £89.09
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SPES HEMA Hoodie 350N
The light HEMA hoodie made of 350N puncture resistance fabric. Construction of cleats under armpits of this HEMA clothing is similar to medieval shirts or tunics. The shape of a hood in our HEMA blouse is based on former monks' hoods.
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HEMA Hoodie 350N doesn't interrupt the movement of the wearer. Its size is compatible with current SPES size chart. Fabric of this HEMA blouse is covered with ions of silver ("Silver Protect") of antibacterial features.
There is a pratical pocket on the left side of this light HEMA gear. It goes on the back of a blouse, so items inside are safer during training. Larynx has an additional protection in form of a foam amortizing possible hits.
Outer fabric: 100% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Weight: 0.90 - 1.40 kgRegular Price: £81.76
Special Price Excl. Tax: £61.32 Incl. Tax: £73.58
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SPES "JF" Ringen Jacket
"JF” Ringen Jacket design was based on a model produced by Jessica Finley.
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It is designed for historical wrestling training and is based on medieval clothing.
The jacket is made of two layers of fabric, which ensure high durability. Double seams and quilted collar add strength to the jacket. Elastic panels on the sides allow ease of putting on and removing the jacket as well as ease of movement. Additional mobility is guaranteed by loose sleeves. Cotton string, sewn in at the waist level, reduces the possibility of pulling the jacket off by an opponent.
Outer fabric: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Inner fabric: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Weight: 0.75 - 1.10 kgRegular Price: £103.25
Special Price Excl. Tax: £77.44 Incl. Tax: £92.93
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SPES Trinity Leather Mask Overlay
Do you know which SPES products stand out the most? Those that are made entirely or partially of black, natural leather. The exclusive appearance is also associated with considerable resistance. So you can safely choose AP PRO, Unity PRO or Trinity PRO, stand out in the training room and train with the heaviest weapon, for example Feder.
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Mask not included.
Buy the SPES Trinity Integrated Mask Overlay with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA protection retailer.
Circumference of the mask taken just beside the rubber rim (cm)
S - 71cm
M - 74cm
L - 77cm
XL - 79cm
Weight - 768g
Outer fabric: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Inserts: Platic
Weight: 0.90 - 1.00 kg
*All sizes & weights are approximate.Regular Price: £103.50
Special Price Excl. Tax: £77.63 Incl. Tax: £93.16
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Tinker Longsword Replacement Blade - Sharp
Tinker Longsword Rep. Blade - Sharp Learn MoreRegular Price: £92.40
Special Price Excl. Tax: £69.30 Incl. Tax: £83.16
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Tinker Longsword Replacement Blade - Blunt
Tinker Longsword Rep. Blade - Blunt Learn MoreRegular Price: £92.99
Special Price Excl. Tax: £69.74 Incl. Tax: £83.69
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Sword Display Stand - 12 Swords
Our floor display stand is designed to display 12 swords. It is primarily manufactured as a merchandising stand but is perfect for displaying your collection at home. It features 12 x steel sockets of various sizes designed to display a multitude of different styles of sword (predominantly thinner bladed swords such as rapiers). It is of all steel construction and features a carrying handle at the centre and is painted with a matt black finish.
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9 sockets: 15mm x 5mm
2 sockets: 35mm x 5mm
1 socket: 55mm x 5mm
Swords not included.
Height: 82cm
Base Diameter: 30cm
Mounts: 12
Weight: 5kg
Material: Iron with black finish
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Regular Price: £100.00
Special Price Excl. Tax: £75.00 Incl. Tax: £90.00
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Vertical Sword Display Stand
Our Art Gladius vertical sword stands are idea way to display your Katana, Sabre or Tai Chi sword. They are constructed from wood with a black lacquered finish. They come in 3 parts and are easily assembled.
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Width: 22cm
Height: 63cm
Depth: 25cm
Weight: 1412g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Regular Price: £99.00
Special Price Excl. Tax: £74.25 Incl. Tax: £89.10
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Double Sword Stand - Natural Wood
Many of the original display stands for Samurai swords had a natural wood finish and in response to many requests we now have available a Daisho display stand with such a finish. Crafted in solid oak, the stand matches the quality of the Hanwei Samurai swords for which it is designed. Also available OH1213 & OH2105.
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Length: 47cm
Height: 30.5cm
Weight: 1.34kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Regular Price: £104.16
Special Price Excl. Tax: £78.12 Incl. Tax: £93.74