ESPADA CESTA EMPUÑADURA - Types of swords and sabers

Types of swords and sabers

The word sword comes from the Latin spatha (which also served to denote the long straight sword Roman cavalry), and this in turn from Greek spathe. Etymologically, the name remains today Sword in the épée and French as Italian

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Parts of the Armor

Medieval Armor History The origin of medieval armor dating from the period when the Egyptian military garb consisted of a helmet and a breastplate made of strong cloth or leather covered largely with metal plates. All armor are made available

MEDIEVAL WHIPS - Medieval Whips

Medieval Whips

Nowdays, whip is used as an instrument to keep animals under control, but through History it has become a very well-known icon, above all in Middle Age, when its main function was to punish slaves, toture and or killing

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William Wallace’s Sword

Willlian Wallace (1270-1305) was a well-known military scottish leader, though his origins were humble he achieved to lead scottish troops against King Edward the Ist of England also known as Edward Longshanks. After defeating Count of Surrey, who had

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Middle Age Bows and Archers

Using one of the most efficient Middle Age weapons, medieval archers were, for centuries, an squad able to decide the ressult of a battle or war. The rapid fire technique could assure a victory, even when the army  was

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Pirates of the Caribbean’ s Swords

Pirates of the Caribbean is saga of movies inspired in the Disneyland’ s fairground ride, which also becam a saga of successful movies starred by Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Penélope Cruz, Orlando Bloom…among others. Piracy is joined to navigation,

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Vikings Shields

Viking Shield was light, with the right size to cover the torso and with a holding system that made it easy to handle. Viking warrior used a high number of wood circles as shields, which were held by its

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Amazing Japanese Helmets

Japanese helmets have always been a source of wonder and fascination, captivating enthusiasts with their unparalleled beauty and brilliance. The Samurai Warriors, known for their unwavering bravery and disciplined combat prowess, left an indelible mark in the annals of

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Catholic Kings Sword

This is one of the more spectacular swords (broadsword) in Spain History. With this weapon, both Fernando of Aragón and Isabel of Castilla (Catholic Kings) gave the title of knight to Christopher Colombus after he returned from his first

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Types of Sabres

Sabre is curve sword and with only one edge. This blade´s curvature is its main difference with the sword. It provides a higher combat speed, because it cuts bt the blade doesn’t  remain into the enemy’s body. Sabre is

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Vikings and Normand Helmets

Viking is the name given to those who lived in Nordic countries from Scandinavia, well known by their intrusions and/or sacking in Europe since the VIIIth century. To be exact in the year 793 with the Monastry of Lindisfarne sacking

Sword maintenance - How to remove rust from steel blades

How to remove rust from steel blades

Firstly, we must claim that every single blade must be cleaned by an expert, above all when it’s an antique and valuable piece. That’s why amateurs shouldn’t improvise doing this task. Sometimes a rusty sword is a positive aspect,

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Live Action Role-Playing Games

Live action role-playing games, also known as LARP  is a kind of free time activity where particpants represent several kind of characters with the help of items like clothings, or inoffensive copies of weapons. In contrast to traditional role games,

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Emblematic Greek Helmets

The most famous among all the greek helmets was the Corinthian, which had a protection for both cheeks and nose. It covered almost the entire head but eyes, mouth and chin. They have a clear disadvantage, they reduced notably

Casco imperial romano - Roman Helmet´s History

Roman Helmet´s History

Roman helmet is famous by its beauty and brightness; most of them had crests made of mane, they were also decorated with representative engraved pieces all over the helmet, turning into real pieces of art. We have been able

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Medieval Crossbow

Crossbow is a weapon from Xth century which perfected bow and arrow. Primitive bow was replaced by a powerful metal arc made of one or several metal canes, called “arbalesta” or crossbow. Vegetal rope was replace by a wire

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Templar Swords

Templar swords were not only used for attacking and defending, but also they became the loyal partner of every Templar Knight in their daily life. They had a handle with the shape of a cross and a right and