surcoat men black yellow Sabels & soortgelijk This type of sword represents

This type of sword represents one of the earlier forms of the hand-and-a-half sword

The sword features a massive cross-guard and an octagonal pommel of brass

worked in a colour that contrasts with the colour of the chaperon

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The guards protect the wrists and are crafted from high-quality black cowhide

surcoat men black yellow Sabels & soortgelijk This type of sword representsThe tradition of wearing a surcoat over armour began during the Crusades. Surcoats helped prevent overheating by shielding the armour from direct sunlight. They also provided ideal protection for the mail hauberk, and later helped protect plate armour from corrosion and rust. The surcoat features a slit, permitting the knight to employ it more easily for cavalry purposes. From the late 12th century, knights primarily wore long surcoats. By the mid