leather arm pieces 14th century Maliënkolders en schaalpantser The inside of the canvas

The inside of the canvas is lined with soft leather so that the belt may be worn comfortably for a long time

The importance of swords in Norse culture is also reflected in the practice of “killing” swords

The settlement of Gnezdovo or Gnyozdovo is located in modern-day Russia near Smolensk

whilst the detailed craftsmanship makes it a desirable piece for any character

whilst the grip is fitted with steel wire

leather arm pieces 14th century Maliënkolders en schaalpantser The inside of the canvasThese arm pieces are crafted after various historical originals. They are depicted on the tombs of Gnther von Schwarzburg (1349) and Sir Thomas Cheyne (1375), and are well suited to both late 14th century aristocracy and commoners alike. Leather armour combined with steel plates was a relatively simple means of producing armour components. They were often worn over mail. From the 15th century onwards, this method gradually fell out of use. This arm