16th century spiked end halberd handcrafted reenac Middeleeuwse overkleden & wapenrokken Prolonged exposure to strong heat

Prolonged exposure to strong heat or direct sunlight should be avoided

whilst the lower part is wider and falls around the hips

The helmet is secured by means of the leather chin strap

This garment is available in the colours black

16th century spiked end halberd handcrafted reenac Middeleeuwse overkleden & wapenrokken Prolonged exposure to strong heatThe halberd is based on 16th century originals. It has an open axehead to reduce weight, and is well suited to 16th century costumes. The halberd is a weapon with a long wooden shaft and an iron point, with an axe and a hook underneath. Contrary to popular belief, the hook was not intended to increase wounds, but to block or trap enemy weapons. The length of the shaft permitted a halberdier to strike more powerfully than with a sword. The weapon was