Anyone who is interested in the Middle Ages or is fascinated by weapons should look into the many kinds of medieval weapons. The sheer diversity of these weapons makes them interesting and also perfect for collectors who want a diverse and eye-catching assortment to put on display.
Collectors of medieval weapons have a lot to choose from. Not only are there different styles of a particular type of weapon, but also many types of weapons. There are swords, daggers, spears, polearms, bows, crossbows and blunt weapons such as flails, maces or war hammers. Swords are probably the single largest category of medieval weapons and it includes many kinds of swords, like the katana, cutlass, flamberge, rapier, saber, long sword and shorts word. These are also the easiest weapons to find replicas or new models of, but rounding off a collection with the other kinds of weapons makes a great display and can make any room being used feel like one from the Middle Ages.
Medieval weapons are not just for collectors, though. The weapons can be used to this day in various sports, such as archery, martial arts or hunting. Swords are often used in various disciplines of martial arts and a good example of this is the katana. Even today katanas are being forged and yet they originated during the medieval times. The rapier or foil is another medieval weapon being used today in sports such as fencing. For archery and hunting you can look into medieval weapons such as the long bow, crossbow or short bow. There are many manufacturers that make weapons that have a medieval appearance to them and yet which are fully functional.
Regardless of whether you use or collect medieval weapons, there are some things to keep in mind. For one, you need to take precautions if you are going to keep these weapons on display or in a home where young children or teenagers are. Since these weapons are heavy and in many cases battle ready, meaning sharp, they present a danger. Therefore they must also be safely displayed either in glass showcases or hung up on wall mounts where they are out of reach to those that should not have access. You also need to keep in mind that it takes practice to use medieval weapons and before taking part in reenactments or demonstrations with battle ready weapons, you should know what you are doing.
