Battle axe

The Short Viking Axe was useful both on the farm and in battle. It is excelled as a close quarters weapon, while still being light enough to throw when necessary. Key Features Historically Accurate Fully Functional Hardwood Shaft Measurements BLADE LENGTH: 5 1/4" HANDLE LENGTH: 25" OVERALL LENGTH: 25 1/4" WEIGHT: 2lb 2oz THICKNESS: .33"

The Francisca, so named for its Frankish origins, was used by the Vikings both as a throwing weapon and for close-quarters combat. Its graceful lines are legendary but the upswept point and downturned edge were both capable of penetrating chain mail. Our Francisca features a forged head with a fire-gray finish and a swelled-end hardwood shaft for secure head retention. Measurements BLADE LENGTH: 3 1/2" HANDLE LENGTH: 18 1/4" OVERALL LENGTH: 19" WEIGHT: 1lb 3oz THICKNESS: .230"

Simple flail with two chains. A feared weapon which required more strength than fighting techniques. It was often used in revolts by farmers because it could be made out of simple materials. Our model is a more sophisticated specimen other types had wooden balls or wooden pieces reinforced with ils. Flails were used throughout the middle ages until the 18th century. Handle 60cm length Overall Length 112cm Weight 1,150kg Material Mild Steel

A fully armed 13th Century Knight was a true power, capable of plowing through a multitude of opponents while encased in his state of the art plate armor that could shed, deflect or absorb the blows of many of his foes. Enter the War Hammer- an ideal weapon for use against an opponent who is encased in plate steel. The heavy hammer head could crush the strongest helmet or suit of plate armor with just a few blows and the back spike could rip through helm and plate like a modern can opener! In battle, the hammer side was usually employed first to knock down and stun an enemy. Once he was on the ground, helpless, the hammer was reversed and the back spike was used to punch a hole through the helmet and deliver the coup de grace. Now Cold Steel brings you an inexpensive, yet highly effective, recreation of this awesome weapon. Weighing a little over 1120 g, the War Hammer is highly maneuverable and can be easily wielded with one or both hands. The head is drop forged out of 1055 steel and differentially heat treated. This means the point of the spike and enormous hammer face (approx. 3.8 cm x 3.8 cm) are fully hardened so they can pierce and crush tough materials without failing while the rest of the hammer is left soft to absorb the shock of heavy blows. The handle of this War Hammer has been designed to be equally tough. Made of straight grain American Hickory and measuring approx. 76 cm long it provides tremendous leverage so enormously powerful blows may be struck. To protect the handle from assault by an opponent armed with an edged weapon we have included a pair of sturdy steel langets which can be attached below the head with the screws provided. (Some assembly is required. Instructions are included). Details: Overall Length: approx. 76.2 cm Hammer Face: approx. 3.8 cm x 3.8 cm Head Width: approx. 18.7 cm Handle Length: approx. 76.2 cm Blade Material: Drop forged 1055 Carbon Handle Material: Straight grain hickory Weight: approx. 1128.3 g This is an item from the Cold Steel program in 2014.

The shield was the most important protective part the ancient warrior had in his equipment and essential in close combat. It was often used to prevent the sword from damage or to protect the warrior from incoming arrows and adversarial hits. The back of the shield features a sturdy handle and a leather strap. Details: Diameter: 54 cm Weight 4,5 kg