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What is the Mammen Viking style?
Discover the Mammen Viking style, its unique art, and the motifs that characterize this impressive form of expression in 10th century Scandinavia.
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Shields
What is the Pavese Shield?
Discover the history of the Pavese shield, its origins in the Hundred Years' War, and its use on the battlefield.
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Japanese weapons
What is the Koiguchi?
Discover what the Koiguchi is, the essential part of the Japanese katana scabbard. Learn about its design, materials, care, and function to preserve the longevity of your sword.
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Swords
What is the difference between a Mainz type gladius and a Pompeii type?
What is the difference between a Mainz type gladius and a Pompeii type?
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Sharpening and maintenance
Should oil or water be used to sharpen katanas?
Learn about oil or water to sharpen katanas: technical guide that explains when to use each stone, how to avoid mistakes and achieve an optimal edge. Find out...
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Polearms
What is a Gladius?
Discover the Gladius, the historical sword of the Roman legions, its design, and significance in antiquity.
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Daggers
What is the Roman Pugio?
Discover the pugio: the secondary dagger of Roman legionaries, used in emergencies. Learn about its history and characteristics.
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Armour
What are Gauntlets?
Gauntlets were metal gloves worn by knights in battles, protecting hands and forearms during the Middle Ages.
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Swords
What is the origin of Gladius Hispaniensis?
Discover the origin of the Gladius Hispaniensis and its transformation into a Roman weapon: history, evolution and tactics. Read more and understand his legacy.
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Sharpening and maintenance
What maintenance does a steel sword require so that it does not lose its shine over the years?
What maintenance does a steel sword require so that it does not lose its shine over the years?
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Japanese weapons
What is the Kurikata?
Learn what the Kurikata is, its practical and aesthetic function in the Japanese katana, and the importance of its care to ensure its effectiveness and longevity.
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Japanese weapons
What is an Iaito?
Explore what an Iaito is, its history and types. Learn about the different Iaito options available in our medieval shop.
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Shields
What is the Umbo?
Discover what the umbo is: its historical importance, defensive functions, and its evolution in weaponry. Learn more about this symbol!
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Questions and answers
What is the Plumbata?
Discover the history and characteristics of the plumbata, the weighted dart used by Roman infantry since the 3rd century A.D.
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Sharpening and maintenance
What are Arato, Naka-to and Awasedo stones?
Discover the natural Japanese Arato Naka-to Awasedo stones: differences, sharpening sequences and how to achieve a perfect edge. Learn more.
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Armour
What is a boar's tusk helmet?
Discover the boar's tusk helmet: protection and status in the Mycenaean Bronze Age. Explore its construction, symbolism and historical value.
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Swords
Japanese weapons
What is Sageo?
Sageo, the cord that secures the katana's sheath, combines functionality and beauty. Learn about its importance, materials, and care to keep it in perfect condition.
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