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The Viking was a terror on land but maybe more known for the trouble caused from their now famous long ships (801300). Any coastal European town that could be reached in the high prowed, low draft ships was fair game. Even amongst themselves, wars were fought frequently from the decks of these large warships....

Spartan ArmorTheir shields consisted of wood and leather with the face completely covered in a thin sheet of stressed bronze (881004), which was enough to strengthen the shield, but did not add so much weight as to make it useless. Each shield was round and approx 36 - 38 according to some unearthed examples. Legend says that a warrior was given his shield by his mother and instructed to come back with it or on it. The shield was considered th...

The historically inspired Dresden rapier allows for a quick change so you can use a either a one or two handed fighting style. This classically designed rapier has an extended grip so both hands can effectively cut or chop. But you can easily remove the dagger sheathed in the main grip, perfect for a two handed approach or to use alone in close quarters where a sword is not practical. This unique weapon is made of tempered high carbon steel by Wi...