single handed sword oakeshott xiv Leren been & armpantser The Celts made extensive use

The Celts made extensive use of spiral motifs in their Hallstatt and La Tène art styles

This Viking sword comes complete with a scabbard

Two straps allow for easy adjustment to fit perfectly

The skirt is constructed from rough canvas and can therefore withstand a great deal

Breastplates in this style were produced from the early 15th century and worn by infantry until the 16th century

single handed sword oakeshott xiv Leren been & armpantser The Celts made extensive useThe single handed sword has a length of approx. 90 cm and a blade of 72 cm and a max. width of 5 cm. The simply decorated pommel and the cross guard were typical for their era. The cross guard is slightly bent for parrying enemy blows. The wooden grip is covered with leather to ensure a good grip. Type XIV is the last sword in Oakeshott's typification that was designed for piercing chainmail. It has a short, wide and pointed blade. The profile is