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Hanwei Tinker Pearce Early Medieval Sword Blunt Trainer by Paul Chen
The Hanwei Tinker Pearce Early Medieval Sword Blunt Trainer by Paul Chen is typical of the 13th - 14th century single hand swords but the Type XII blade was known to be in use from as early as the late Viking era. The Blunt trainer is an exceptional match for I.33 sword and buckler study. See item OH2406 for a sharp replacement blade or OH2407 for a blunt replacement blade.

Michael `Tinker` Pearce new line of swords that will satisfy both the sparring and cutting needs of Western Martial Arts practitioners. Matching sharp and blunt versions of each sword in the series offer the same outstanding handling characteristics in both disciplines. The swords meet Tinker`s exacting quality requirements and are built in much the same way as his custom pieces. Each blade is forged from 5160 Spring Steel, Marquenched to the desired hardness of 50-53 Hrc while the tang is drawn back to the low 30s Hrc. For the Medieval models the very end of the tang is threaded to fit an allen nut recessed into the pommel which allows for dismantling of the hilt assembly for inspection, to exchange blades if needed, and for anyone wanting to easily customize their grip. Also the Sharp and Blunt blades are interchangeable on all Medieval models. The grips are cord wrapped and leather covered wood and tapered for a comfortable grip. Each sword is supplied with a leather covered wood scabbard with metal throat and chape.

The weight, balance points and blade harmonics are the same for the sharp or blunt versions of each sword! This means you can easily switch from the blunt trainer to the sharpened sword with no problems.

Features

* 5160 Spring Steel
* Marquenched to 50-53 Hrc
* Sharp and Blunt Versions
* Blades are Interchangeable
* Fits Martial Arts and Cutting Needs

Specifications
* Overall: 38 1/8"
* Blade Length: 31 3/8"
* Handle Length: 6 7/8"
* Weight: 2 lb 8 oz
Hanwei Tinker Pearce Hand and a Half Bastard Sword Sharp by Paul Chen
The Hanwei Tinker Pearce Hand and a Half Bastard Sword Sharp by Paul Chen also known as a Bastard Sword features a Type XVIIIa blade with a strong central ridge and diamond profile. The tapered oval grip feels exceptional in hand while the second hand easily slides over the wheel pommel when extra leverage is required. The Sharp blade is an exceptional match for the cutting needs of Western Martial Arts practitioner.

The weight, balance points and blade harmonics are the same for the sharp or blunt versions of each sword! This means you can easily switch from the blunt trainer to the sharpened sword with no problems.

Features

* 5160 Spring Steel
* Marquenched to 50-53 Hrc
* Sharp and Blunt Versions
* Blades are Interchangeable
* Fits Martial Arts and Cutting Needs
* Blade Length 33 3/8"
* Overall Length 42 3/4"

Michael `Tinker` Pearce new line of swords that will satisfy both the sparring and cutting needs of Western Martial Arts practitioners. Matching sharp and blunt versions of each sword in the series offer the same outstanding handling characteristics in both disciplines. The swords meet Tinker`s exacting quality requirements and are built in much the same way as his custom pieces. Each blade is forged from 5160 Spring Steel, Marquenched to the desired hardness of 50-53 Hrc while the tang is drawn back to the low 30s Hrc. For the Medieval models the very end of the tang is threaded to fit an allen nut recessed into the pommel which allows for dismantling of the hilt assembly for inspection, to exchange blades if needed, and for anyone wanting to easily customize their grip. Also the Sharp and Blunt blades are interchangeable on all Medieval models. The grips are cord wrapped and leather covered wood and tapered for a comfortable grip. Each sword is supplied with a leather covered wood scabbard with metal throat and chape. See item OH2402 for a sharp replacement blade or OH2403 for blunt replacement blade.
Whistle Creek 59" Hickory Hiking Staff - Tall (for People 5' 9" - 6' 2")
This Hickory Staff is made from solid Hickory and 59" Long. These wooden staffs are each hand-cut, heat-seasoned in a drying house to lock in their character; then carefully sanded to allow the grain and bark to "glow". They are finished with lacquer and fitted with a leather thong and a steel-reinforced neoprene rubber tip.
Lion Cloak Clasp | Lion Heart | King of Beasts | Crafted in Fine Pewter
Our Lion Cloak Clasp | Lion Heart | King of Beasts | Crafted in Fine Pewter measures 2 inches (51 mm) High x 3 3/8 inches (86 mm) Wide. Two clasps which make this unique cloak clasp a must for your medieval cloak.  It has a double hook and eye closure. Each side has four points to attach it to your cloak. It is cast from lead free pewter in the USA.

Key Features:
Made in the USA
Handmade from Pewter
A great costume accessory

Measurements:
2 inches (51 mm) High x 3 3/8 inches (86 mm) Wide
Cathar Castles: Fortresses / Albigensian Crusade 27-978-1-84603-066-6
In the early 12th century AD a large area of present-day France was not under the direct control of the French king. In fact, the French king's direct authority stretched little further than Paris and the area immediately around it, the Ile de France. Many of the other regions were semi-independent duchies and counties, controlled by, amongst others, the King of England and the Holy Roman Emperor. One such area free from direct French control was the Languedoc, the area stretching from the Massif Central south to the Pyrenees, and as far as the river Rhone to the east. This area was under the loose overlordship of the counts of Toulouse, and by the beginning of the 12th century the whole region had become the centre of an early form of Protestantism called Catharism that flourished to an extraordinary degree and threatened the rule of the Roman Catholic Church. Pope Innocent III, alarmed at this heresy and the unwillingness of the southern nobility to do much to uproot it, launched a crusade in 1209 against European Christians. The crusading army, represented the established Church consisting predominatly of northern French knights. They saw this as an opportunity both to 'take the cross' and to obtain new lands and wealth for themselves more conveniently than crusading to the Holy land. This, the Albigensian Crusade, became a brutal struggle between the north and the south of France as much as between orthodox Roman Catholic and heretic Cathar.

The inhabitants of the Languedoc had always relied for their safety upon a series of strongly fortified walled cities, such as Albi, Carcassonne, Béziers, Toulouse and a large number of fortified hill-top villages and castles which dotted the countryside. These so-called 'Cathar Castles' now became the last refuge against the invading crusaders and the conflict developed into a series of protracted and bloody sieges that lasted for over 30 years. The author describes these two very different types of fortification, the walled city and the hill-top castle. He explains why they were positioned where they were, how they were built, and the defensive principles behind their construction, and also reviews how well they withstood the test of the Albigensian Crusade.
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