medieval single handed sword oakeshott type xii

medieval single handed sword oakeshott type xiiThe sword has been developed by the makers of John Lee; the blunt version is well suited to intensive sword fights. The sword is distinctive, and even the leather of the grip and the scabbard are more akin to the more expensive models by Valiant Armoury than to other models within its price range. The sword is blunt and weighs approx. 1. 2 kg. The blade is crafted from 4310 carbon steel with a hardness of 53 HRC. The blade has a length of 75 cm with

The relief is crafted after an original excavated at the Circus Maximus

and in some cases the doublet and jacket were crafted as matching sets

The helmet may be securely fastened beneath the chin by means of a leather chin strap

without additional armour parts

The sword is a reconstruction of a medieval sword with a typical disc-shaped pommel

The corset belt is based on several historical belts that women wore around the waist

and is reinforced with a prominent

bags and pouches

Sallets of this kind emerged between 1450 and 1460 and were worn throughout Europe—particularly in Germany

Horse racing was one of the favourite Roman sports

Please note: the depicted accessories are not included

One of the most famous depictions in Western Europe appears on the Bayeux Tapestry (1066–1083)