conical butt cap Kleding accessoires & zelf maken The bottom of the collar

The bottom of the collar could also be secured to the gambeson or hauberk with leather laces to keep the coif in place

With proper care

This type of blade is particularly known for its appearance in the Maciejowski Bible

The tabard is inspired by historical originals and may be worn over armour or medieval clothing

they were depicted being worn by both Norman and Anglo-Saxon warriors on the famous Bayeux Tapestry

conical butt cap Kleding accessoires & zelf maken The bottom of the collarButt caps like this were used from the classical period until late in the Renaissance. The butt cap strengthens the spear shaft, it can serve as a weapon and offers the possibility to put the spear in the ground. The length of this butt cap is 15 cm and it has a diameter of 2,7 cm. It is made of 2 mm thick steel.