german rapier 17th century Synthetische zwaarden Chainmail shoulder doublings were worn

Chainmail shoulder doublings were worn by the Romans as an extra protection above the lorica hamata

The belt fitting is sold per set of 5 pieces

Helmets like this came into use in the 15th century and continued to be worn well into the 16th century

The swords are also safe to employ for people who have never held a sword before

It is provided with a fibre glass core

german rapier 17th century Synthetische zwaarden Chainmail shoulder doublings were wornThe rapier first came into use around 1500 and until the end of the seventeenth century this was the main weapon of European citizens and nobility. Noble soldiers used the rapier mainly for warfare (it was perfect for stabbing between plate armor and leather armor), but also for ceremonial purposes such as parades. A rapier was also used for fencing and duels between two gentlemen, so that the rapier became a permanent attribute of a gentleman. This