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Whiskey and Weapons, Axes & Seaxs
Nathan and Craig invite you to join them for a sip and chat about Axes and Seaxs in today's Whiskey and Weapons. If ...
Mid 12th Century Medieval Sword
Today we are taking a look at a one of medieval single handed sword available in our Artisan Section. This is a singl...
How should a blade be made: Forging vs. Stock Reduction
Is there any real difference between a sword that is made via forging out a hunk of steel vs ground from a blank? Thi...
One of a kind Medieval 14th Century Sword
This elegant sword is available at this moment. It has a broad tapering blade with a classic beveled wheel pommel and...
The First Sword
We are often asked "What was the first sword?" when we are feeling snarky we will talk about the first sword we pers...
Blacksmith vs. Cutler
Over the last few years there has been a renewed cultural appreciation of the figure of the blacksmith. Television...
A big thank you to the sword community
Last week we passed our fundraising goal for The Oakeshott Institute, and the week prior to that our production manag...
Is Damascus steel better for swords?
The idea that so-called "Damascus" steel produces superior swords is quite common, but is it true? To be sure, ther...
Hunting Swords
In the Medieval period the hunt was seen as excellent training for combat and would often involve the use of hand we...
Whiskey and Weapons, The Beginning
Welcome to the inaugural Episode of Whiskey and Weapons! This will be a continuing conversation between Nathan and C...
Support The Oakeshott Institute from Anti-Sword Bias
This week Craig and Nathan talk about the challenges of keeping The Oakeshott Institute running during the plague, a ...
Arms & Armour History Conservation and Analysis
This volume brings together papers written by curators, conservators and scientists who have worked very closely wit...