Videos tagged with 15th Century Weapon

This entry details a 15th-century Swiss Baselard discovered in the River Thames, as presented by Scott, Assistant Curator at the Royal Armouries. The sword, also known as a Schweizerdegen, was identified as Swiss through its hilt construction and confirmed by X-ray analysis revealing a Zurich maker's mark. Its blade features a unique inscribed copper alloy panel, the meaning of which remains a subject of study.

This guide details the firing technique for the Veteran Arms 1400s Handgonne, a reproduction of an early handheld firearm. It covers both fuse and S-lever ignition methods, emphasizing the historical context and unique firing sequence. Instruction is provided by an expert with high authority in historical firearms.