Weapons

Our Tinker Bastard swords are based on the Oakeshott Type XVIIIA. The sharp blade is produced in two slightly different versions - this version is diamond-sectioned throughout but fullered for about one third of its length.

Wheel-type pommels are sized to provide a grip for the second hand when required, and the straight tapering cross provides excellent hand protection. 

Overall Length: 109cm
Blade Length: 85cm
Handle Length: 24cm
Weight: 1077g
Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Nut
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Renaissance was a period in European history, from the 14^{th _}17^th century, that is regarded as the cultural bridge between the Middle ages and modern history. During this period the fighting arts and associated weaponry also went through change. This period gave birth to weapons like the elegant and refined rapier, designed more for duelling and protection than for use on the battlefield.

Our Renaissance Dagger is a weapon of a more refined age. Gone are the straight quillons of the medieval period, in favour of downturned quillons that make parrying easier. The blade is longer and thinner than medieval counterparts and is designed more for thrusting than cutting – whilst still remaining enough mass to solidly parry a blow from a rapier. These parrying daggers were sometimes called “Main Gauche” (French for “Left Hand”) as they were used in conjunction with a rapier, that was held in the right hand. It features solid steel hilt fittings and a leather wrapped grip. The hand forged blade is blunt and great for theatrical and re-enactment use. Not recommended for full contact combat. It comes complete with a laced leather scabbard with belt loop.  

Overall Length: 44cm
Blade Length: 29cm
Blade Width: 3.2cm
Blade Thickness: 0.5cm
Guard Width: 15.5cm
Guard Depth: 2.3cm
Grip Length: 8.6cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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The Main Gauche or left-handed dagger was often used with the rapier, providing an added dimension in both offence and defence, and the ""Schools of Fence"" which proliferated in Europe during the period taught the use of two weapons in combination. The Main Gauche would often match the Rapier in styling, while incorporating features, which maximized the effectiveness of the piece.

Overall Length: 56.5cm 
Blade Length: 44 cm 
Weight: 0.25kg
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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With our “Tournament” parrying daggers we would like to open new ways in HEMA. We wanted a dagger which can be used not only as a defense tool but also on the offensive side. But how can we make it safe for tournament usage? To achieve the desired result we had to test numerous steels and alloys. With our new materials we were able to design a blade which is highly flexible but do not suffer permanent deformation even on heavy trusts.

Total length: 61 cm
Blade length: 45 cm
Grip length: 15 cm
Weight: 570g
Blade thickness (base): 4 mm
Point of Balance (PoB): 0.5 cm
Blade: Spring steel (52-54 HRC)
Crossguard: 28 cm
Edge: Blunt
Tip: Back-folded

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Now you can practice parries safely with this Santoprene rubber training dagger from Cold Steel. This stiff Main Gauche trainer has been carefully fashioned to look as realistic as possible and can be effectively used in solo practice, training maneuvers, demonstrations, and any other activity where you want a reasonably close approximation of realism.

Overall Length: 53cm
Blade Length: 37cm
Blade Thickness: 1.3cm
Weight: 199g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Practical Medieval dagger has been designed with the re-enactor in mind. The thick 3mm edges and rounded tip are deemed safe for the re-enactment field by the majority of organisations (if in doubt check with your safety officer). The cord wrapped grip offers excellent purchase and the thick steel guard offer a great level of protection.

Great for theatrical and re-enactment use. Not recommended for full contact combat. Comes complete with leather wrapped wood scabbard.

Overall length: 45 cm
Blade length: 30 cm
Handle length: 9 cm
Weight: 592g
Blade thickness (base): 0.5 cm
Blade width (base): 3 cm
Guard width: 13 cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Leather, Wood

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Wooden dagger made of ash. Blade has round tip for safety.

This type of dagger was widely used in medieval times during fencing training. It helps to improve swordsmanship without causing any major injuries. Especially recommended for beginners.

Important: Designed for thrusting practice, or for light training in pairs without heavy strength involved. Not intended for use on any hard, metal or sharp items. Over heavy use while fighting with two simulators may damage the swords.

Blade length: 29cm
Handle Length: 16cm
Total length: 46cm
Blade diameter: 1.7cm-4cm
Weight: 170g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Wooden dagger made of ash. Blade has rounded tip for safe use. Short model.

This type of dagger was widely used in medieval times during fencing training. It helps to improve swordsmanship without causing any major injuries. Especially recommended for beginners.

Important: Designed for thrusting practice, or for light training in pairs without heavy strength involved. Not intended for use on any hard, metal or sharp items. Over heavy use while fighting with two simulators may damage the swords.

Blade length: 25cm
Total length: 39cm
Handle Length: 14cm
Blade diameter: 1.7cm-4cm
Weight: 160g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Bulk buy our specially priced School Pack of 10x Red Dragon Sparring Longswords!

Each Sword:
Total Length: 124cm
Blade Length: 96.5cm 
Guard Length: 24cm 
Grip Length: 19.5cm 
Pommel Length: 6.5cm 
Hilt Length: 27cm 
Weight: 768g
POB: 15.24cm 
Material: Plastic, Steel, Brass