irish sword ulster battle ready

irish sword ulster battle readyThe replica is based on 16th century drawings of Irish kerns (cethern), who wore small, wide swords such as this. Characteristic is the pommel, which has been shaped like a ring. Similar swords have been found throughout Ireland, and the medieval Irish tradition of ring pommels is estimated to date back to the 13th century. A number of originals are nowadays part of the collections of the National Archaeological Museum in Dublin and the Ulster Museum

Examples have also been found amongst Anglo-Saxon and Lombardic graves

both Anglo-Saxon and Norman warriors are shown wearing this style of helmet

The chausses cover the entire leg

The caligae are crafted from 2 mm thick brown leather

This Epic Armoury mace meets high safety standards

The silver was weighed and subsequently utilised to complete the transaction

even became formal court attire

Under armour of this type

45 cm to 18

although this particular example is constructed with a double-edged blade

this helmet earned the nickname “Lobster Pot

The tunic is hemmed at the neck