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The Evolution of Chainmail Armour
Historical armor
Chainmail armour, or ring armour, was the most widespread and longest-used type of armour throughout history. From Antiquity to the Early Modern Period (or even longer in certain regions), ring armour was widely used by warriors throughout Europe,…
Romanesque Art to the Renaissance Fashion: Which Countries Were the Trend-setters? Why Did Clothes Deform the Figure?
Each historical period came up with new fashion trends and styles. Those who wanted to fit in had to adapt to evolving clothing styles. In the Romanesque Art, clothing was often not very close-fitting. The Gothic Era wanted to highlight the natural…
Pirates - Merciless Criminals of the Sea
Pirates were the sailors’ nightmare. The vision of getting rich quickly has often driven pirates to unprecedented cruelty. Some people today may see pirates as heroes fighting against the rich members of the society, but this was not really the case…
Armour of the Eastern warriors
Are you curious about the types of armour used by Muslim rivals of Christian knights or Russian boyars? Do you want to know what Arab and Oriental armour looked like? Read on to find out!
Historical Medieval Battles - the Violent World of Combat
Historical Medieval Battles (HMB) are not to be confused with historical battle reenactments, where everything is staged and “faked”. In HMB, hits and blows may be aimed and landed at any parts of the body without much restraint. They are real…
Make Sushi Like a Pro with the Right Knife!
Good sushi requires a good knife. But what is a good knife? Don't take any chances and read through our tips. This will save you a lot of frustration and prevent a lot of crushed rolls. We'll also tell you how to use the knife properly.
European Plate Armour from the Renaissance to the Baroque
Learn more about the armour that protected fearless knights across different eras in history - from Renaissance to the Baroque, and find out which countries were their leading manufacturers and innovators! Armour evolved over time and, at a certain…
Cold Steel - Knives for Chefs, Cooks or Warriors!
Cold Steel is an American retailer of knives and bladed tools. Their sharp blades are popular with chefs, but also by lovers of historical battles and LARPs. The company has registered a number of innovations and patents. We've explored the features…
Replicas certified by the Royal Armouries
The internet store Outfit4Events is very proud to present you the “OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED AND APPROVED REPLICAS FROM THE ROYAL ARMOURIES” the UK´s national collection of Arms and Armour, produced by Windlass Steelcrafts.
Gurkhas and Kukri
Gurkhas are soldiers of the Indian Subcontinent, famous for their bravery and the Kukri combat knives. They fought in both world wars alongside Britain and were known for their military prowess. Brave Gurkhas were unstoppable. Their closest…
Historical Evolution of Armour from Antiquity to the High Middle Ages
Are you interested in how armour evolved throughout the ages? Read our article to find out what protective clothing and materials our ancestors wore to battles. Learn which type of armour offered the most effective protection against weapons in…
How to Throw a Throwing Knife Like a Boss
Throwing with a throwing knife is not as easy as it may seem at first glance, but with a little practice, you can do it. All you need are a few special knives and a target. We'll tell you how to choose the right throwing knife and how to use it.
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