Armor, Shields & Axes.

Armor and shields have been produced since the advent of weapons. Beyond the obvious use of armor to protect the warrior on the battlefield, they have also been used to show the status of a warrior and to induce fear in the enemy. This has lead to, not only functionality, but to craftsmanship that can only be classified as art work.

This evolution has also lead to the invention of new weapons to overcome the improvements in the functionality of body armor. Spears, mace, bows, crossbows and axes are just few of these weapons. In response, there were improvements to compensate for these weapons. Not until firearms were introduced did the use of armor and shields decline. The spears, mace, halberds, bows, crossbows and axes offered by Brothersmith-Swords show the response to this functionality.

Brothersmith-Swords stocks are clear examples the functionality and beauty of medieval armor and shields. The high levels of craftsmanship of weapons makers like those in Toledo, Spain have taken centuries to develop.

Match these beautiful items with other weapons offered by Brothersmith-Swords to make a set of these historical replicas. Our full suit is wearable and decorative. Miniatures are great examples of the high level of skill needed to craft these rugged but beautiful historical replicas.