The Royal Armouries are one of the best place to start if you are looking to see some real weapons that survived through the ages. There is a lot to learn by visiting their website.
The Royal Armouries provides quality information about some of the most legendary battles in history.
Battles like:
- The Battle of Plataea
- The Battle of ‘Ain Jalut
- The Battle of Crécy
- The Siege of Constantinople
- and many more…
There are 4 locations if you are planning to visit any of the Royal Armouries sites.
You wont regret it!
If you already have a wide and growing collection of replica guns or some other type of guns from the Wild West, and then why not try adding some Western Rifles Replicas into the picture? The rifle was also a popular firearm in the Wild West, used by law enforcers and outlaws alike. These guns are characterized with a longer barrel compared to the small pistol, which is why they are shot from the shoulder and held with both hands.
In fact, the effectiveness of the old style rifles gave inspiration to the creation of more sophisticated gun types. They were designed with the same principles as the old rifle. They were long and held with two hands as well. Some of these popular contemporary weapons include the automatic rifles.
But despite these new age rifles, fans of the Wild West prefer to keep their collection within the traditional western style rifles. This is why Western Rifles Replicas are such an important set of collectibles to many hobbyists.
The Old West Rifles Replicas have different great designs. Take for example the M1866 Western Rifle with a Brass Finish. This rifle’s wooden stock and fore grip is given a brass finish to match how shiny they looked back in the old days. The color of the brass bended slightly with the remaining parts of the gun made of iron and mostly wood.
Another great design for a Western Replica Rifle would be the M1892 Western Lever Action Rifle Antique Finish. The rifle had an antique look to it thanks to its finish, making it great for display as it give the impression that the gun has been around for a long time already.
These rifles were used not only for gun fights, but for hunting as well. So when it comes to displaying these replica rifles in your home, nothing beats putting them up on a wall right next to some buffalo heads or above the fireplace, just like how they kept them in the old days. An avid fan of the Wild West should not be without the Western Rifles Replicas.
Kids shouldn’t be the only ones who should play with toy guns. In fact, there are lots of grown individuals who take up the passion of collecting replica guns to a level beyond playing. These replica western guns are made based on the actual guns that were once used in the Wild West, or they could also be based on guns which were used by actors in famous movies. Either case, these replica guns are much sought after by cowboy fans and the like because of their aesthetic and collector’s value.
Even those who don’t really have that much interest in memorabilia of the Old Wild West can find some form of satisfaction of having a replica gun in their display. These western guns replicas are made such a way that they will look good on anybody’s living room, especially for those who live in houses that have a timber ambience. It’s really just about who looks at it and how they look at it.
One such western gun replica is the Texas Rangers Frames Set, which are replica guns based on the actual props that were used on the hit movie Texas Rangers. This movie, directed by Steve Miner, was based on a group of Rangers who lived around Mexico and fought against outlaws in their territory.
There’s also the Jesse James Collection Framed Set, which was based on the gun used by the famous Jesse James, an American outlaw known for his exploits in the Civil War. This western gun replica was based on both the factual accounts and the scenes in the movie where the character of Jesse James appeared.
One thing that collectors should know, however, is that these guns are mere non-firing replicas. So don’t expect to have these replicas fully functional like some swords would be. But in any case, these replica guns come in wonderfully themed sets. They can either be framed or can be displayed on a box. These sets also come with certificates of authenticity for display as well. Real fans of cowboys and the Wild West should not be without a collection of replica guns.
Most of you already know that i only collect Battle-Ready swords, for me there is no point in collecting display swords.
I just wrote another article about battle-ready swords, i thought you might want to read it. Take the time to send a comment, feel free to say what you think about it.
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There are so many styles and kinds of medieval swords available that it may be overwhelming when you are looking for the right one. Even if you want several swords for a collection, choosing the ones that are most suitable and meet your requirements is not always easy to do. There are many things to keep in mind when determining the best sword to buy such as manufacturer, purpose, materials and style, as well as whether you need a battle ready or replica medieval sword.
There are so many medieval swords available mainly because it was an era when bladed weapons were used all around the world. This means there are different time periods within the general Middle Ages era, as well as different styles that developed in the various regions around the world like, for example, Japanese & Samurai swords, Chinese Swords, Scottish Swords or even Viking Swords. Each country had its own sword making methods and the swords also had their own characteristics so you should know beforehand what general time and region you are looking for. If you want a collection comprising of medieval swords from all regions then you will need to find the best piece or two for display since having more will mean that the collection will be too extensive to show in only one room.
Not all medieval swords are replicas, though. Some of them styled after the typical kinds are swords can also be fully functional and battle ready, which means that you can use them as you want to. This includes for demonstrations, battles and competitions. If you do want a functional sword then it is important to know the basics of using a sword and to know if you can handle a one handed sword or if it is better that you purchase a two handed sword.
There are many places where you can buy medieval swords. The best place to look is on the internet, because there are so many online stores that carry various models from the many different manufacturers. Before deciding on one particular medieval sword it is highly recommended to look at what is available and then pick out the most suitable piece.
If you are looking for high quality handmade Japanese Samurai swords, then i have just written an interesting article that might just interest you.
The following article is about Thaitsuki Nihonto Japanese swords. We are not talking about simple Japanese swords here, but high quality ones that are hand forged with the best materials and the highest quality.
To learn more about these amazing swords, read my article.
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I know that i am deviating a little bit today but as a sword collector i am a fan of every type of sword there is.
Today let me introduce Iaito swords. For those that are not familiar with the term Iaido is an ancient Martial art that is specialized in practicing forms and kata. This art is often referred to as “Moving Zen”. I have put together a small article for those that consider themselves Iaidoka.
My article is nothing more than a more in depth explanation of the art of Iaido and a small list of high quality Iaido Japanese Swords.
Of course there are many more Iaito swords available on the market, but i truly think that the one proposed in this article are of the highest quality.
Note: These can also be purchased by the sword collector. I myself have purchased one and even though they are not battle-ready swords, i can honestly say that they are amazing.
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A Sword can be broken down into two major pieces, the Blade and the hilt. You may also hear the term scabbard use but this only applies to the cover of the blade when not in use.
The Blade:
- The Fueller the groove that can be found on most medieval swords. This groove is designed to lighten the blade while allowing it to retain its strengh and stiffness.
- Weak (foible): This is a simple term used to describe the point between the tip of the sword and the center of the blade.
- Strong (forte): Term used to describe the point between the center of the blade and the hilt.
- Rain guard (chappe): Term used to describe the flap of leather attached at the base of the blade or crossguard. The “Chappe” helps to prevent the water from entering the scabbard.
The Hilt: The hilt can be separated in three simple part, the grip, the guard and the pommel.
- The grip is the part where you hold the sword.
- The guard: This part of the hilt serves two purposes. First it prevents the wielder from punching shields while swinging the weapon and it also protect the hands by preventing other blade from sliding down on the hand of the weapon wielder.
- The Pommel helps to improve the sword balance but can also be used as a weapon in close combat.
The Scabbard: This is simply the cover of the blade when it is not used. Over the ages different materials were used in its confection. Materials like
For more information about sword terminology you can visit wikipedia.
Very often, beginner sword collectors make the mistakes of mixing fantasy swords with medieval swords. While I can understand why they often make that mistake, it is important to differentiate them form each other.
For a sword collector, a medieval sword is an exact replica of the weapons used in the medieval times. The Medieval period is often called the middle Ages.
The middle Ages are commonly dated from the fall of the Roman Empire to the beginning of the Early Modern Period in the 26th century. Some of the worst fighting took place in the High Middle Age period during the Crusades. A period where armies attempted to liberate Jerusalem from the Muslim control.
The swords used during that period are very popular amongst medieval sword collectors.
Medieval swords are often simple in appearance while Fantasy swords are more extravagant in their look. While some of the fantasy swords can look like a medieval one, it is important to do your own research.
Fantasy swords are very popular amongst sword collectors, as a collector I personally own several of those swords… Swords Like this are just too amazing and are a great addition to any sword collection:
While I perfectly know that swords like that were never used in any period during history, they are still attractive. For the ones that love fantasy worlds and movies, there are kind of a piece of these worlds hanging in you living room’s wall.