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A closer look at the German Rapier
Today we take an up close look at the Arms and Armor German Rapier. This piece is a replica of an original in the De...
Comparing smallswords with historic originals
Today we take a look at two smallswords we've just completed for orders, one blued and one bright, and compare these ...
Testing Poleaxes vs Armor
Today we take a look at how late medieval poleaxes actually interact with armor. Drawing on period manuscripts and a...
What is Bluing?
The sword makers of the past used several decorative techniques to enhance their designs. Today we are going to look ...
Crooked Pommels, Why?
Sometimes our modern eyes will deceive us about medieval swords. We see something we attribute to age or damage and ...
What are sword wounds like?
We are often asked "Can you imagine being stabbed with a sword?" Well yes we can, sadly. Not only do we have some pe...
Dane Axe cutting at the Valley of the Sun Tournament
Today we share a video of some highly skilled cutters using one of our Dane Axes to cut tatami.
How to tighten your Nordland Axe head.
Today we are going to take a quick look at how to tighten your Nordland Axe head if it should ever work loose. This a...
What is a Hewing Spear?
Combat spears of the early medieval period often had long blades and in many cases lugs extending from the socket. Th...
Italian Three Ring Rapier
The Arms and Armor Three Ring Italian Rapier is a classic example of a late 16th century civilian sword. Today we sh...
Is your sword right or left handed?
Was this sword used right or left handed? A question that many period examples will answer for you, if you look close...
