There is a saying in Japan: “The sword is the soul of the Samurai.” And the samurai did take care of their blades accordingly. Today, samurai swords still deserve the same care. Blades made of carbon steel are subject to corrosion and must be…
It is almost as old as mankind itself, but definitely not forgotten. What is artistic blacksmithing and why is it trending today? How does it differ from the traditional blacksmithing profession? And why has the demand for hand-forged products…
The origin of the early Slavs is unclear. Some historians believe that Slavic populations inhabited vast territories of central and northern Europe as early as the Roman period. In the first part of our historical exploration, we will look at the…
Blacksmithing has accompanied the humankind for thousands of years. But it has evolved greatly over that time. How has the blacksmithing craft change over the centuries? And how to properly maintain hand-forged items and avoid leaving…
He is often considered the wisest wizard, but he still knew nothing about Durin's Bane. He wielded a ring of power. In Middle-earth, his life and actions were preserved mainly in memories and stories, but in New Zealand, he has an actual life…
After almost a thousand years of existence, the Roman Empire was in decline. The once powerful emperors had become mere statesmen whose position had little importance. Budget deficit started to affect the equipment of the soldiers, who adopted…
Our previous article gave us an insight into the arrangement of Roman army during the times of Roman Kingdom and the early Roman Republic.…
Not sure what to buy for your family or friends for Christmas? If they like history, LARP, medieval battles or fantasy literature, we might have a few useful tips for you! Read on to find out how to delight history fans of any age! It does not…
Do you have a family member or friend who loves hunting, crossbows, guns or historical weapons? We have a few ideas you can use! Read our tips for perfect Christmas gifts that will delight every fan of hunting.
In the first part of our article series dedicated to famous swords, we talked about some of the most famous cold weapons we know from history. What other weapons earned their…
The legendary Japanese Samurai are known far beyond Japan. Their courageous behaviour and code of honour have become the main theme of many films and stories. While the Samurai are talked about a lot, we don't hear much about their armour, that…
Some of us today are surprised to learn that Rome, whose borders at one time spread beyond the Mediterranean region, was just one of the many cities of the Apennine Peninsula dependent on agriculture in its early days. And it was ruled by kings.…
We are here for you and answer all your questions
Write to our specialist
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you make custom-sized chain mail armor?
- My glove size is 9. What size of gauntlets should I order if I want to wear padded leather gloves inside?
- I have a store with a product portfolio in which many of your products would fit. Do you sell to resellers?
- How much does the shipping cost?
- Since I live in the U.S. am I still required to pay the 21% VAT?
- I have ordered a sword in your store and would like to order a scabbard now, how?
- I've inherited a nice weapon from my grandparents. It could be an original. Can you assess its value?
- Are the delivery dates on the e-shop website guaranteed?
- What is your Privacy Policy?
- How do I know whether you have the item in stock?
- Can you sharpen a bladed weapon, so that it is razor-sharp?
- Hi, I want to buy this, is it possible to get it to Prague, and pick it up?
- I need to receive the order as soon as possible, which carrier should I choose?
- Are Windlass Steelcrafts swords suitable for combats, i.e. are battle-ready?
- To which address should I send the return?
- I would like a crossbow with a draw weight of 500-1500 pounds, can you make it?
- How and what materials are your daggers made from?
- I own an original armor and sword from the 16th century, would you be interested to buy it?
- I live in the USA, would I be charged VAT?
- Why it isn´t allowed to fight with a decorative sword?
- Hello! Could you make for me an armor and a robe from the movie XY?
- Hello from the USA! I checked the GLS website and it says that they tried to ship it and it failed. How do I contact them to pick up the package?
- What is the maximum blade length of a sword that you can draw?
- The contents of my cart are more expensive than your shipping-free-limit, why isn't the shipping for free?
- How many square inches covers the 50ml Cold Blackening Fluid?
- What is the difference between industrially rolled and hand-forged blades?
- At some swords you can choose between leather and wire wrapping on the handle. What is the difference? Is the wire made of stainless steel and how can it be cleaned if necessary?
- Hello from Greece! Will I have to pay any custom or duties when receiving your goods?
- We are subject to VAT in the EU, can we buy VAT-free?
- Could you build in the gauntlets leather gloves for a better shock absorption?
- If I buy something while having a valid VAT number, can you send me an intracommunautaire invoice without VAT?
- Can you ship batons, knives, crossbows or bladed weapons to the UK?
- From which material is the combat version of the shield with coat of arms made?
- If I purchase a mix of made to order items and in stock items, will I be charged a separate shipping charge for the different packages?
- From which kind of wood do you make the handles of your axes?
- In the last step of the shopping cart I have to agree to a delivery date one month longer than the one shown on the product page, why?
- I want to change my already paid order, can you advise me how?
- Hi, how long is the warranty on your swords?
- Unfortunately, I cannot accept the parcel now, can you dispatch later?
- I wore the costume and want to clean it now, but I do not know how.
- Some goods from your offer cannot be ordered (added to the shopping cart), what should I do if I am interested in them?
- Why is the price different for in-stock and out-of-stock items, even though they are the same product?
- How long does the warranty last and what does it cover?
- How do I change a wrong size?
- I would be interested in a product that says "Sold out and no longer available". Is there still a way to get this product?
- I have not received an invoice yet, when will I get it?
- Can you please tell me the price of a product in Euros / US Dollars?
- You have confirmed the refund, but I don't see any incoming payment in my account, can you check?
- I have received defective goods, how should I proceed with a complaint?
- I want to place an order; though some items are in stock and others not. Do I have to wait until all of them are in stock or do you send it to me in parts?
- I have already paid the order by bank transfer, yet I have not received a receipt yet, can you check?
- Found a mistake?
- I have received goods that I did not order, what should I do now?
- Are the shoes rather large or small?
- Are the shoes you offer suitable for everyday use?