Quillon Dagger: Knightly LARP & Theatrical Weapon / PU Foam Dagger

Quillon Dagger: Knightly LARP & Theatrical Weapon / PU Foam Dagger

Design and Construction Down to the Last Detail

This dagger is essentially a miniature version of a classic knightly sword, and its beauty lies in its simplicity and function. Its dominant feature is the simple, straight crossguard (quillons) that effectively protects the hand. The hilt, with its detailed segmented leather-wrapped grip, ensures a firm and secure hold. The hilt is capped with a solid disc pommel featuring a simulated peen block, which adds to the weapon's authenticity. The sturdy, straight blade has a prominent central ridge and tapers smoothly to its point. For safer stabbing and enhanced durability, the tip is internally reinforced with Kevlar.

Available Versions:

• Blade Length: 25, 30, or 35 cm (total length is always +14 cm)
• Grip Colour: Black / Brown / Red
• Hilt Colour (Guard and Pommel): Steel / Graphite / Brass
• Optional Accessories: Available without a sheath, with a leather sheath, or with a leather sheath featuring a decorative metal chape (as seen in the photos).

Use in Combat: Elegance and Lightness

Please note that this soft dagger is primarily designed for theatrical combat, light stabbing, and slashing. Its thinner, 6mm fibreglass core makes it ideal for simulating fast, precise attacks, not for heavy combat. It is not built to parry blows from heavier foam weapons like swords or axes. If you are looking for a dagger for full-contact LARP fencing, we recommend choosing one of our Fencing Daggers, which feature a stronger core.

How to Care For Your Weapon

To ensure your dagger serves you well and maintains its beauty, treat it with respect.

• Your new weapon is made for combat with foes, not inanimate objects. Avoid hitting hard or sharp surfaces like rocks, trees, the edges of armour, or shield rims.
• Give it space during storage. Do not leave it compressed for long periods, for example, under luggage in a car trunk.
• If the foam suffers a battle scar, you can easily repair it with a high-quality flexible superglue. We personally recommend Loctite Super Glue Power Flex Gel.
• The colour can be restored or changed with paints designed for plastics.
• However, remember that a broken core is a fatal wound that cannot be healed.

A Piece of History in Your Hands

The quillon dagger was the most popular style of dagger throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Its name is derived from its most distinct feature – the crossguard (quillons), which is essentially a scaled-down version of a sword's guard. Its simplicity and versatility made it a favourite across all social classes, from common soldiers to wealthy knights. It served as a backup weapon in battle, a tool for close-quarters fighting, and also as a civilian sidearm for personal defence. Its incredibly long period of use is a testament to the perfection of its design.

Safety First

Although this dagger is a soft, safe foam weapon, remember that it is not a toy. The Kevlar-reinforced tip is durable, making responsible use all the more important. Never aim for the head, neck, or other sensitive areas. For maximum safety, we recommend using appropriate protective gear.

Specifications of the photographed specimen

• Handle wrapping: brown
• Hilt colour: steel
• Total length 44 cm
• Blade length 30 cm
• Handle length 9 cm
• Guard length 8.2 cm
• Pommel diameter 3.8 cm
• Width * blade thickness at the cross guard 33.3 * 18 mm
• Width * blade thickness 5 cm from tip 22.7 * 13.7 mm
• Thickness of the blade edge 2.6 mm
• POB lies 1 cm from guard
• Weight 110 g