scottish claymore Thorshamers The armour of this period

The armour of this period was not fully plated like the styles of the 15th century but consisted of plate pieces designed to be worn over a full mail hauberk

The luxurious Viking chaperon is decorated with embroidery

The hood and collar are crafted after examples from the Morgan Bible

It features a counterbalanced neck that improves the throwing qualities

scottish claymore Thorshamers The armour of this periodThe claymore (from Gaelic claideamh mor, great sword) was a Celtic two handed sword that was usually 150 cm or longer. This length rendered it very difficult for opponents to approach. The claymore often featured a long, leather covered ricasso, so that the warrior could place both hands upon the blade whilst his enemy drew close. The earliest claymores were employed in the 16th century, the latest in the 18th century. This claymore is constructed