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Flintlock pistols were used as both military and self-defence weapons. Their effective range was much shorter than a musket and they were frequently used in combination with sword or cutlass. The flintlock mechanism was first added to pistols in 1610 and by 1630 they started to become more common. The Parliamentarian cavalry were known to use early forms of flintlock pistol during the English Civil War. They proved to be effective against the unarmoured musketeers but were no match for the armour worn by both pikemen and cavalry. During the 1700's flintlock pistols would be carried by army and navy officers, as well as more notorious characters such as pirates and highwaymen. The flintlock pistol remained popular until the middle of the 19th century when it was gradually replaced by the more reliable percussion cap pistol.

Our Flintlock Pistol is hand crafted in Italy. It features a real wood stock and cast metal parts with an antique brass finish. Although this item is designed and manufactured with display in mind, the firing mechanism does work and the hammer can be released by pulling the trigger. It is not possible to make this item fire and it is not suitable for re-enactment. It is great for Pirate cosplay and fancy dress! 

Length: 38cm
Width: 5cm 
Height: 10cm 
Weight: 575g

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

Please note that due to restrictions imposed by our couriers we are unable to send these replicas outside the U.K.

Flails were designed to inflict crushing injuries on even the most armoured of adversaries. Even plate armour was unable to withstand the crushing power of the Morning Star! Their longs, flexible chains meant that they could even work their way around the sides of shields!

Our range of flails are designed for display only. They feature wooden shafts with leather wrapped grip. The metal chain and balls certainly have the feel of their medieval counterparts but are liable to cause serious injury if used for anything but display.

Length: 70cm

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

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An exquisite display of medieval armour, the Dark Steel Miniature Suit of Armour is a superb decoration to demonstrate your fascination with the Middle Ages. For supreme realism in this design, the armour is crafted from steel. The Milanese influence is clearly distinguishable in this statue due to the use of smooth undecorated plates.

Clutched in the left gauntlet is a scale model halberd, which features a head with a hook, spike, and curved axe blade. A heater style shield is attached to the right arm, displaying the same dark metal finish as the suit of armour. Bringing colour to this decoration, vibrant feather plumes are attached to the helmet and a fabric fringe adorns the halberd. This armour set is displayed standing at attention upon a square black plinth.

Height: 54cm

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

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