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What was the most used weapon in the Middle Ages? History and context of medieval weapons
During the Middle Ages, numerous weapons shaped the way of fighting, from swords and axes to bows and siege engines. However, if their actual use in medieval armies is analyzed, the spear and the p...
The Middle Ages was a period of nearly a thousand years (approximately 476–1453) in which conflicts, wars, and strug...
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Decorative swords as gifts: a guide to unique and memorable models
Decorative swords have become one of the most original gifts for collectors, history buffs, and fantasy lovers.From European medieval swords to decorative Japanese katanas or replicas inspired by m...
Gifting decorative swords is an original and elegant idea that is highly appreciated by collectors, history buffs, r...
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The rapier and the dagger: two essential Renaissance weapons
The rapier and the left-hand dagger established themselves as fundamental weapons of the European Renaissance, especially in Spain, Italy, and France.
Adapted to an urban context and the decline of...
During the end of the Middle Ages and, especially, throughout the Renaissance, the evolution of warfare and civil co...
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Epic Armoury's Spider Dagger: a lethal weapon with the elegance of venom
Epic Armoury's Spider Dagger is an ideal piece for dark and stealthy characters in the LARP world.
Inspired by spiders and venom, its curved design decorated with arachnid motifs offers realism, be...
In the universe of live-action role-playing and fantasy reenactment, weapons not only serve a practical purpose but ...
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The Katzbalger sword: the sidearm of the feared German Landsknechte
The Katzbalger sword was the most iconic sidearm of the Landsknechts, the feared mercenary troops that dominated European battlefields between the 15th and 16th centuries.
This compact, sturdy swor...
Between the 15th and 16th centuries, European wars were marked by the appearance of formidable mercenary troops: the...
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The 15th Century Disc Dagger: A Faithful Weapon of Medieval Combat
The 15th-century disc dagger established itself as one of the most representative secondary weapons of the Late Middle Ages, appreciated by knights, soldiers, and citizens alike.
Its distinctive...
During the Late Middle Ages, edged weapons evolved to adapt to new tactics and increasingly robust armor. Among the...
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Naginata: The emblematic weapon of female warriors and samurai in feudal Japan
The naginata is one of the most representative weapons of feudal Japan, used by samurai and by the famous onna-bugeisha warriors.
Its combination of range, cutting power, and technical elegance ...
The naginata is one of the most iconic and versatile traditional Japanese weapons, with a history that stretches fr...
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The Sword of Sutton Hoo: The ceremonial weapon that revealed the power of the Anglo-Saxon monarchy
The Sutton Hoo sword is one of the most emblematic objects in European archaeology. Found in the famous 7th-century Anglo-Saxon ship burial, this piece combines exquisite craftsmanship, royal sym...
The discovery of the Sutton Hoo sword, found in the famous 7th-century Anglo-Saxon ship burial in East Anglia, is o...
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The Roman Pugio: the legionary's dagger
The Roman pugio, the legionary's emblematic dagger, was much more than a secondary weapon: it represented power, identity, and prestige within the Roman army.
Its wide design, its origin in Celt...
The Roman pugio was one of the most representative secondary weapons of the Roman army.
Although its size was mod...
