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by Tearloch
Wed Jul 21, 2004 1:40 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Weapon Authenticity
Replies: 11
Views: 285

Weapon Authenticity

Hello, I saw on a website a Flanged Pole Mace with a spike at both ends, I was wondering if anyone knows when and/or where this weapon existed. Also I read somewhere that a single-handed, two-bladed battle axe was Robert the Bruce favourite weapon. An axe I will believe but I don't know if it was a ...
by Tearloch
Wed Jul 21, 2004 11:25 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: War hammer and mace design help!
Replies: 3
Views: 181

War hammer and mace design help!

Hello, I am interested in fighting with a war hammer (maul) but I am not sure how to make one... I've heard: A couple of tennis balls and a lot of duct tape. A truck mud flap, filled with paper/foam. Any other suggestions? Also, I've been fighting with mace for a while now and I would like to know h...
by Tearloch
Wed Jul 21, 2004 11:07 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Authentic Weapons?
Replies: 2
Views: 171

Authentic Weapons?

Hello, I saw on a website a Flanged Pole Mace with a spike at both ends, I was wondering if anyone knows when and where this was used. Also I read somewhere that a single-handed, two-bladed battle axe was Robert the Bruce favourite weapon. Axe I will believe but I don't know if it was a double blade...
by Tearloch
Wed Jun 16, 2004 7:25 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Kilts?
Replies: 17
Views: 571

Kilts?

Hello all, When did the ancient kilt exist? Compared to the great kilt? I am prestently heavy fighting and fencing... trying to make garb and armour that suits a highland Scot. I made mention to 12th C before, but I'm not a big fan of chain mail (takes a long time to make), nor plate. I've been thin...
by Tearloch
Thu Jun 10, 2004 8:49 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: 12th Century Scot?
Replies: 5
Views: 115

12th Century Scot?

Hello,

I am fairly new to the SCA and I am having trouble finding period armour and clothing for a Scots-man. I've been considering the 12th century but I would like to know what I'd look like before I decide. If anyone could help me I'd really appreciate it.

Thankyou,

Tearloch MacTrynfyr