16th century italian cinqueda royal armouries

16th century italian cinqueda royal armouriesThe cinquedea is a distinctive Italian weapon, characterised by its broad bladed design, functioning as either a large dagger or a short sword. The particular example housed in the Royal Armouries dates to approximately 15001530 and features a longer blade than a typical cinquedea. Whilst often carried as civilian sidearms and sometimes adorned with elaborate decorations, this version is relatively plain and functional. It was likely employed as a

The landsknechts were renowned for their colourful clothing

These nasal helmets were universally conical into the early 12th century

making the introduction of poleyns together with the heater shield a major innovation

The sleeves are removable

These vambraces are a particularly well-suited addition to a re-enactment outfit

similar to a miner's chisel

The skirt has been designed for wearing beneath a cuirass

Constructed from cowhide leather and tinned brass

With the straps on the side

The maintenance set is supplied complete with a wooden box

The leather sole is fully nailed along the edge

it becomes an excellent battle-ready sword for sword fighting and reenactment battles