Riem Salisbury, 16e eeuw, zwart, 151 cm Saxen - messen - dolken & mains gauches The “beard” — the downward

The “beard” — the downward extension of the blade — provided a larger cutting surface without increasing the axe’s weight

this sword was presumably already used during the Cobold Wars in the first era

The nails are 4 cm long with a head of 1 cm and a diameter of 4 to 5 mm

The original is now part of the collection at the Norwegian Historical Museum in Bergen

suitable for battles)

Riem Salisbury, 16e eeuw, zwart, 151 cm Saxen - messen - dolken & mains gauches The “beard” — the downwardThis belt is a replica of a 16th century original. A similar original was found in the historic city of London and is now part of the Museum of London collection. Belts like this were worn throughout 16th century Europe. This belt is made of vegetable tanned cowhide leather.