medieval knee cops 13th 14th century

medieval knee cops 13th 14th centuryPoleyns appeared around the second half of the 13th century and were the earliest type of plate armour added to a knight's armour. Poleyns were worn over chainmail chausses and provided an extra layer of protection for the vulnerable knees. For mounted warriors, the legs were always a weak spot. The development of poleyns coincided with the introduction of the shorter heater or knight's shield, which replaced the older, taller kite shields that

Crafted from tempered EN45 carbon steel

The design permits a generous degree of flexibility

Dimensions: see photo

and weathered "used look" are particularly suited to those who have lost everything or are taking their first steps to acquire it all

the hood may be pulled on to keep your head nicely warm

9 metres in length

A fine historical sword for collectors

This bracelet is available in 2 sizes

The steel crest is based on the stylized crests of Roman legionary helmets

The sallet is based on an original from around 1480 AD

permitting it to be easily attached to other armour pieces

The Katzbalger (roughly translating as "cat's belly") was highly stylised and has been designed as an effective cutting and thrusting sword