Weaponry

Stiletto daggers originated in northern Italy, but they were very popular throughout Europe during the entire Renaissance era. Renaissance assassins loved to used stilettos because they effectively sliced through the heavy clothing that people wore at that time.

The pointed, triangular blade also fits neatly through plate armor, and a knight would use a misericorde (mercy) to finish off a floundering opponent as required. From the blade to the handsomely rounded grip and pear-shaped pommel, our misericorde is made of steel. A short, rounded crossguard adds the finishing touch. The mount and chape of the leather scabbard included are also made of steel.

Total length: 35 cm
Blade length: 21.5 cm
Grip length: 10 cm
Weight: 340 g
Blade width (base): 1.3 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather, Steel

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

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Our Crusader Knight’s Dagger is the perfect sidearm for any knight or man-at-arms. It features robust 14^th century style solid steel hilt fittings and a cord wrapped brown leather grip. The tapered high carbon steel blade is designed for stabbing rather than slashing and is designed to exploit the openings in plate armour.

The stitched brown leather scabbard features a wooden lining and is decorated with a Crusader cross at the top (which some people choose to paint). The dagger has a blunt blade and rounded tip.

Blade Length: 31cm
Overall Length: 48cm
Guard Width: 15cm
Weight: 598g
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Stitched Leather

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

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The Practical Medieval dagger has been designed with the re-enactor in mind. The thick 3mm edges and rounded tip are deemed safe for the re-enactment field by the majority of organisations (if in doubt check with your safety officer). The cord wrapped grip offers excellent purchase and the thick steel guard offer a great level of protection.

Great for theatrical and re-enactment use. Not recommended for full contact combat. Comes complete with leather wrapped wood scabbard.

Overall length: 45 cm
Blade length: 30 cm
Handle length: 9 cm
Weight: 592g
Blade thickness (base): 0.5 cm
Blade width (base): 3 cm
Guard width: 13 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

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

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One of the most interesting features of the beautiful Renaissance dagger is its hexagonal, riveted grip made of nickel silver. It is slightly rounded to fit your hand. The three fullers, one that goes almost the entire length of the dagger and two others that stop at the end of the ricasso, decorate the blade. The crossguard and pommel are also made of nickel silver.

Our dagger with silver hilt comes with a leather scabbard including a mount and chape made of metal.

Total length: 36 cm
Blade length: 25 cm
Grip length: 7 cm
Weight: 0.41 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.7 mm
Blade width (base): 3.2 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather, Steel

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

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The Renaissance was a period in European history, from the 14^{th _}17^th century, that is regarded as the cultural bridge between the Middle ages and modern history. During this period the fighting arts and associated weaponry also went through change. This period gave birth to weapons like the elegant and refined rapier, designed more for duelling and protection than for use on the battlefield.

Our Renaissance Dagger is a weapon of a more refined age. Gone are the straight quillons of the medieval period, in favour of downturned quillons that make parrying easier. The blade is longer and thinner than medieval counterparts and is designed more for thrusting than cutting – whilst still remaining enough mass to solidly parry a blow from a rapier. These parrying daggers were sometimes called “Main Gauche” (French for “Left Hand”) as they were used in conjunction with a rapier, that was held in the right hand. It features solid steel hilt fittings and a leather wrapped grip. The hand forged blade is blunt and great for theatrical and re-enactment use. Not recommended for full contact combat. It comes complete with a laced leather scabbard with belt loop.  

Overall Length: 44cm
Blade Length: 29cm
Blade Width: 3.2cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Guard Width: 15.5cm
Guard Depth: 2.3cm
Grip Length: 8.6cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather

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

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The 17th-century sail dagger, or main-gauche (left-hand dagger), was a specialized parrying weapon used alongside a rapier, popular from the 1630s-40s in Europe, particularly Spain. Characterized by a large, triangular metal "sail" guard, it protected the hand while allowing for effective blade catching and deflection.

Total Length: 51cm
Blade Length: 31cm
Blade Width: 3cm
Guard Width: 26cm
Grip Length: 10cm
Edge: Blunt

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

This Blackfriars Dagger is inspired by a sword that was found in the mudbanks of the River Thames near Bull Wharf, Blackfriars. The sword is dated to around 1340-50 and is a typical knight's sword of the period. It is now held in the Royal Armouries collection. Our Blackfriars Dagger has solid brass hilt fittings and a polished (camel) bone grip.

The blade is hand forged from steel and is housed in a leather scabbard with belt loop and brass fittings. The matching Blackfriars Sword is also available for purchase. It has a blunt blade and is manufactured for display only.

Total length: 44 cm
Blade length: 29 cm
Grip length: 9 cm
Weight: 478 g
Blade thickness (base): 0.48 cm
Blade width (base):  3.1 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather

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

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Richard I was King of England from 6 July 1189 until his death. He was the third of five sons of King Henry II of England and Eleanor of Aquitaine. He was known as Richard Cœur de Lion or Richard the Lionheart because of his reputation as a great military leader and warrior. By the age of 16, Richard I had taken command of his own army, putting down rebellions in Poitou against his father. Richard was a central Christian commander during the Third Crusade.

Overall Length: 43cm
Material: Stainless Steel
Edge: Blunt

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

The Dagesse Dagger is constructed in the world famous Art Gladius sword factory in Toledo, Spain. Toledo has a reputation for producing some of the finest swords in Europe and has been the centre of sword production for centuries.

The dagger is of a simple historical 14th century design and features a tapered thrusting blade and a decorated pommel. It is constructed from stainless steel and features a black wood grip. Does not include sheath.

Total length: 35.5 cm
Blade length: 23 cm
Grip length: 9 cm
Weight: 278g
Blade thickness (base): 0.4 cm
Blade width (base): 5.5 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: None

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

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