deepeeka 18th century colichemarde Middeleeuwse monnikspijen The rings are hand woven

The rings are hand woven in a four-in-one pattern

The gambeson is based on originals from the late 14th to early 15th century

hardness 50–52 HRC

Constructed from carbon steel with a 50–52 HRC hardness

these traditional models were worn exclusively by the Japanese samurai

deepeeka 18th century colichemarde Middeleeuwse monnikspijen The rings are hand wovenColichemardes such as this were worn by both the army and the bourgeoisie. They served for self defence and also to demonstrate that the wearer was capable of defending himself. Some colichemardes were luxuriously decorated. These swords proved highly effective in duels, being quick to handle and well suited to both stabbing and slashing. Colichemardes were carried on European battlefields as well. The blade of this model is crafted from EN45 spring