Handgesmeed Viking kistbeslaag, paar (18 cm) Aziatische Martial Arts The “beard” — the downward-extending

The “beard” — the downward-extending part of the blade — provided a larger cutting surface without increasing the weight of the axe

Arming caps like this were mainly used in helmets with a visor like the closed helmet

This wakizashi has a length of 76 cm with a grip (tsuka) of 22 cm and a blade of 54 cm

5 cm long (108

After the reconquest of the Muslims the order first appointed Rhodes as its headquarters and later on Malta

Handgesmeed Viking kistbeslaag, paar (18 cm) Aziatische Martial Arts The “beard” — the downward-extendingThis handmade chest hinge is based on 10th century originals excavated in Jorvik, Dublin, Birka and Haithabu. These hinges are 18 cm long and have nail holes with a diameter of 5 x 5 mm.