surcoat thibaud black

surcoat thibaud blackDuring the Middle Ages the tabard was a humble piece of clothing that monks, farmers and foot soldiers wore over their clothing for protection. From the twelfth century onwards knights wore surcoats over their plate armour. White surcoats would have been worn by the Cross Knights to reflect the heat of the sun on their equipment in the desert of the Holy Land. Later, other colours were also worn. From the thirteenth century, the heraldry of the knight

The sword is crafted from foam and latex and has a fibre glass core

splits have been incorporated to permit optimal freedom of movement

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

This sword may be treated with silicone spray

with a blade of 28 cm

whilst the blades were mostly imported from Germany

Lobed swords of this type were employed throughout the Viking world

Owing to its straight cut

They are available in black and brown

Armour parts can be readily attached to the shoulders and arms of the haubergeon with leather laces

The helmet crest stand is decorated with a simple geometric pattern

At the time these swords were in use