Whether participating in your favorite LARP (Live Action Role Playing) event or just wishing to display your love of medieval weapons in your home or office, it is very important to pursue quality rather than quantity. Some of the finest replicas available are nearly indistinguishable from their originals. The most popular categories of medieval replicas are swords, flails, maces, and armor.
You can find some high quality swords online at various weaponry sites. You should always be careful with them, though, and not use them for any actually fights. Replica or not, these items can be very dangerous in careless hands.
Medieval swords came in all shapes and sizes. Soldiers of the era could find an appropriate weapon no matter how strong or weak they were. Some of the most common types of swords were the longsword, broadsword, and claymore.
The longsword was a popular choice among combatants because of the power that could be focused from the handle to the point. One of the most common of all the medieval weapons was the broadsword. This was standard issue for knights and was known for its versatility as a cut or thrust weapon. Finally the claymore swords, most popular in the 15th century, refers to the small basket-hilted weapons, or the large two handed swords popular in Scotland.
Another popular weapon category is flails. A flail is a handle with a chain and spiked ball attacked to the end. The main purpose of these weapons was to knock a rider off of his horse. They were also used to deliver very real damage to even the strongest armor.
You can also find some blunt versions of the flail which were often used in exhibition matches where everyone was supposed to walk away. A soldier would save the real thing for the battlefield. If you look hard enough, you can find either version for sale.
Finally, there is the armor which the brave soldiers wore. Whether on his steed or locked in brutal hand-to-hand combat, the medieval soldier was not truly battle-ready until he was fitted with armor. Many collectors will want to display full suits of armor, sporting such distinguishable pieces like helmets, gauntlets, and shields, along with their replica weaponry.
Italian blue armor is one of the most popular suits. This is the classic design most common in the world's finest collections and museums. Many of the highly sought-after shields include the Charlemagne, Richard Lionhearted, Black Prince, and Frederick Barbarossa. Most replicas are made of the finest steel and are ready to be worn or displayed, just be sure you find the highest quality replicas and they will last a lifetime.
You can find some high quality swords online at various weaponry sites. You should always be careful with them, though, and not use them for any actually fights. Replica or not, these items can be very dangerous in careless hands.
Medieval swords came in all shapes and sizes. Soldiers of the era could find an appropriate weapon no matter how strong or weak they were. Some of the most common types of swords were the longsword, broadsword, and claymore.
The longsword was a popular choice among combatants because of the power that could be focused from the handle to the point. One of the most common of all the medieval weapons was the broadsword. This was standard issue for knights and was known for its versatility as a cut or thrust weapon. Finally the claymore swords, most popular in the 15th century, refers to the small basket-hilted weapons, or the large two handed swords popular in Scotland.
Another popular weapon category is flails. A flail is a handle with a chain and spiked ball attacked to the end. The main purpose of these weapons was to knock a rider off of his horse. They were also used to deliver very real damage to even the strongest armor.
You can also find some blunt versions of the flail which were often used in exhibition matches where everyone was supposed to walk away. A soldier would save the real thing for the battlefield. If you look hard enough, you can find either version for sale.
Finally, there is the armor which the brave soldiers wore. Whether on his steed or locked in brutal hand-to-hand combat, the medieval soldier was not truly battle-ready until he was fitted with armor. Many collectors will want to display full suits of armor, sporting such distinguishable pieces like helmets, gauntlets, and shields, along with their replica weaponry.
Italian blue armor is one of the most popular suits. This is the classic design most common in the world's finest collections and museums. Many of the highly sought-after shields include the Charlemagne, Richard Lionhearted, Black Prince, and Frederick Barbarossa. Most replicas are made of the finest steel and are ready to be worn or displayed, just be sure you find the highest quality replicas and they will last a lifetime.
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You should always make sure that you have the highest quality medieval weapons when adding to a personal collection or for use in LARPing. Don't settle for inexpensive items that you'll just have to replace after a short time!
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