Leaf-shaped spearhead, approx.

Gift Leaf-Shaped Spearhead, Approx.

Leaf-shaped spearhead, approx. 43.5 cm



In the history of the spear, the leaf-shaped tip was a recurring form. It was already used in the Bronze Age and was used in a wide variety of designs and in many periods and cultures, from antiquity to the Viking Age and well into the Middle Ages.



The so-called winged spear, which was primarily used as a thrusting weapon and is often associated with the Norse, is actually of Franco-Carolingian origin. It was adopted by the Vikings and used both as a war spear and as a hunting spear (the so-called saufeder , a spear specially designed for hunting big game and wild boar) well into the High Middle Ages. Both on the battlefield and when hunting, the wings or projections on either side of the spout were intended to prevent the point from penetrating too deeply when thrusting, which would have made it difficult to extract the spear. They also offered an effective means of parrying in close combat, as well as additional control and better protection against a wounded, enraged animal.



The spearhead with a leaf-shaped blade offered here is made of heat-treated EN45 carbon steel. In terms of structure, it largely corresponds to the Carolingian spearheads, which were widespread among warriors and hunters in the early Middle Ages and is therefore ideally suited for Viking and medieval settings (approx. 8th/9th century - 11th/12th century). It is approximately 43.5 cm long and the blade is reinforced with a distinctive midrib, which provides additional stability and increased penetrating power. The protruding wings have a thickness of approx. Two holes allow it to be mounted on a wooden handle of your choice to create your own spear. Delivery is without shaft and without mounting material.



Alternatively, collectors can also purchase our wooden spearhead stand (sold separately, item number 1816375000) to stylishly display their treasures in their armory.



Please note that this spearhead was primarily designed as a collector's item, decorative item or accessory and is not suitable for display combat! The tip of the blade is not rounded and the edges are not sharpened but ground (with proper equipment and practical experience they can be sharpened if necessary).



Details:

- Material: EN45 spring steel, tempered (carbon steel, not stainless).
- Total length (including nozzle): approx. 43.5 cm.
- Blade length: approx. 34 cm

- Maximum blade width: approx. 5.5 cm.
- Width at wings: approx. 11 cm

- Blade thickness: approx. 5 mm

- Shaft support (eyelet) length: approx. 9.5 cm

- Inner diameter of axle holder: approx. 2.6cm

- Weight: approx. 600 g



The above specifications may vary slightly from specimen to specimen.



The steel used here is not stainless and may show slight signs of corrosion. We recommend taking care of the spearhead periodically, for example with Ballistol, a universal oil ideal for preserving steel products.



Please note:

This item is only sold to persons over 18 years of age. Please enter your date of birth on our order form. We also require a copy of your ID, driving licence or similar by email, scan, fax or post.

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