Videos tagged with Medieval Armor

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Spanish Morion helmet against various projectiles, including a crossbow bolt, .20 gauge hunting lead, 9mm, .223 Remington, 7.62x39mm, and .50 BMG. The helmet demonstrates some deflection capabilities due to its angled surfaces, but is ultimately penetrated by several calibers, notably the 9mm and rifle rounds. The test highlights the limitations of historical armor against modern firearms.

This video from Civilian Tactical tests the ballistic resistance of a Spanish Comb (Morion) helmet. The host, demonstrating high expertise in ballistic testing, shows how the helmet's design effectively deflects smaller calibers like .22 LR and .380 Auto, but is penetrated by rifle rounds. The test highlights the historical armor's limitations against modern firearms.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Barbuda helmet, an Italian 15th-century design, against various projectiles. It demonstrates that while the helmet can withstand medieval weaponry like a crossbow and birdshot, it fails against modern handgun and rifle calibers, with significant penetration and damage observed from 9mm, 5.56x45mm, and 7.62x39mm rounds. The test concludes that the Barbuda helmet is not suitable for protection against modern firearms.

This lecture, presented by Patrick Senft of Armament Research Services (ARES), traces the historical evolution of ballistic shields. It details their initial utility alongside early firearms in the 1400s, their subsequent obsolescence due to firearm advancements by the 1600s, and their resurgence in conflicts like the Russo-Japanese War, leading to their modern applications in military and law enforcement. The presentation examines the technical interplay between firearm and shield development and tactical considerations, explaining the shield's fluctuating relevance throughout history and its current role.

This video offers a "Behind the Scenes" look at the Royal Armouries museum, focusing on the historical practice of jousting. Senior interpreter Andy Deane discusses the sport and showcases his jousting armor. While the content centers on historical re-enactment and armor, it does not directly feature firearms, their use, or related topics.

This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Royal Armouries museum, focusing on Henry VIII's iconic horned helmet. It explores the curatorial process and provides context for this historical piece, highlighting its origin as a gift from Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. While not a demonstration of modern firearms, the content delves into historical armor and its significance.