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Period Belt Buckles: More Than Just a Simple Fastener

Welcome, lovers of history and medieval fashion! In this post, we embark on a fascinating journey through time to explore beautiful medieval buckles that can completely transform your period belt, giving it a touch of authenticity, elegance, and historical …

CETME Model C 1969 Bayonet Knife: Efficiency and Design

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS BAYONET KNIFE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler Reference 5-1969-B Name Bayonet Knife Period 1969 Guard Short crossguard with an opening for the assault rifle’s muzzle ring. One-piece black checkered plastic grip with a slightly ergonomic profile. A …

Cetme Model C 1969 Bayonet Knife: Unique and Functional Design

SPANISH SWORDS ENCYCLOPEDIA BAYONET-KNIFE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (swords expert) Reference 5-1969-A Name Bayonet-Knife Type Army Model C 1969 for CETME Hilt Short crossguard with an eye for the assault rifle’s barrel band. One-piece black plastic checkered grip with a …

The Elegance of the Foil: An Immersion into its Types and Evolution

The world of fencing is as fascinating as it is complex, a martial art that has become a sport of precision and strategy. Within this universe, the foil holds a special place, being one of the three main disciplines …

Military Sabers: A Journey Through History, Technique, and Symbolism

The saber, with its characteristic curved blade and single edge, is much more than a weapon; it is a witness to military history and an enduring symbol of honor and valor. Although colloquially often confused with the sword, the …

The Fascinating World of Medieval Dresses for Women: A Journey Through Time and Society

The Middle Ages, a vast period that spanned approximately a thousand years, from the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century to the Renaissance in the 15th century, was a time of constant change and profound …

Removing Rust from Sword Blades: An Art of Preservation and Historical Respect

Swords, sabers, and rapiers are much more than simple objects; they are fascinating witnesses to past eras, pieces of craftsmanship, and, in many cases, valuable fragments of history. Maintaining their splendor and functionality is a responsibility for collectors and …

Viking Shields: Beyond Legend, A Tool for Survival and Symbol of Power

When we think of a Viking warrior, one of the first images that comes to mind is that of a strong man with an axe and, of course, a round shield. Indeed, in an era where armor and helmets …

Discover The Legendary Paratrooper Sapper Machete

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS MACHETE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert) Reference 5-1965-A Name Air Force Machete Era Circa 1965 Guard Blackened metal with spiked grip and tang as wide as the blackened synthetic handle scales. Blade Unique design with …

Unraveling the Edge: A Complete Journey into the Fascinating World of Chinese Swords

Get ready for an Epic Journey! Have you ever wondered how a simple piece of metal can transform into a symbol of elegance, power, and mastery? Chinese swords are much more than mere weapons; they are a profound reflection …

The Roman Empire and the Edge of its Conquest: Gladius and Spatha

The Roman Empire was a stage of Roman civilization in classical Antiquity characterized by an autocratic form of government. The birth of the empire is preceded by the expansion of its capital, Rome, which extended its control around the …

Viking Trousers: Fashion and Functionality of the Norse Era

Do you imagine Vikings only in coarse furs and dark leathers, heavy armor, and horned helmets? While that image is popular thanks to movies and series, the reality of Viking clothing, and particularly their Viking trousers, was surprisingly different: …

Damascening of Toledo: Gold, Steel and the Soul of a Millenary City

Have you ever wondered how gold and silver can merge with steel to create works of art that shine with a millenary history? The answer lies in Toledo, Spain, birthplace of an artisanal technique that is much more than …

Cetme Bayonet Knife 1964: Unique Design and Functionality

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS CETME Knife-Bayonet 1st model 1964. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword specialist) Reference 5-1964-A Name CETME Knife-Bayonet 1st model Model 1964 Mounting Crossguard with slot for the assault rifle’s muzzle and black plastic grips held by …

Hunting Knife: The History of the Spanish Army

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS MOUNTAIN KNIFE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler Reference 5-1960-A Name Mountain Knife Era Around 1960 Guard Simple blued iron structure with a single quillon pointing outward and curved upward. Checkered wooden grips secured by two pin screws …

Paratrooper Knife: Exclusive Design and Functionality

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS KNIFE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert) Reference 5-1956-A Name Army Paratroopers Knife Hilt Zamac pommel in a beautiful design shaped like a parachute deployed and flying in the sky. Straight quillons made of the same …

Model 1944 Bayonet Knife: Unique Design and Features

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS AIR FORCE KNIFE-BAYONET MODEL 1944. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler Reference 5-1944-A Name Knife-Bayonet Army Air Force Model 1944 Guard very short crossguard, with an inner hawk’s eye for the muzzle opening and two wooden grips held …

Knife-Bayonet 1941: Design, Functionality and Quality

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS KNIFE-BAYONET. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert) Reference 5-1941-B Name Knife-Bayonet Era Model 1941 Hilt Straight sparrow hawk crossguard with a hole for the rifle’s muzzle. Two black checkered plastic grips held by two screws. The …