rapier 17th century

rapier 17th centuryDuring the Renaissance, the sword became increasingly a secondary weapon alongside the gun or pistol. The blades grew slimmer, a hilt became more common than a cross guard, and the point was sharpened for effective thrusting. The ricasso, an unpolished section of the blade, grew more popular and was frequently employed. Amongst the most well known Renaissance swords was the rapier, which was used principally as a duelling and fashion sword. This

Saxes like this were used both as weapons and as cutting tools in daily life

something that your victim does not wish to encounter

the bag is a unique and special product

which can be fastened so that the sleeves remain out of the way

Armour pieces in this style were employed throughout Europe from the late 14th to the early 15th century

The blade of a Scottish dirk was single-edged

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Spectacled helmets such as these were worn throughout the Viking world between the 8th and 11th centuries

They are particularly elegant bracers

These gloves by Mytholon are an excellent solution

making it well-suited to shieldmaidens

The replica sword is based on historical originals