15th century battle axe Middeleeuwse jurken and pommel

and pommel

greenware's popularity increased from the 15th century onwards

The armour may be fastened securely with the leather straps

making swords of this type

with the entire hilt richly decorated in the Vendel style

15th century battle axe Middeleeuwse jurken and pommelAxes of this type began to appear from the second half of the 15th century. During this period, armour was becoming increasingly effective, creating a need for weapons that could penetrate the gaps in plate armour. At the back, the axe features a spike, similar to that of a war hammer. The main weapon, the axe head, has a tapered, rounded edge that ends in a hook. The hook could be employed to pull opponents off horseback, whilst the rounded edge