Spearhead and Spearhead for the Greek Dory

Give Away Spearhead And Spearhead For The Greek Dory

Greek dory spearhead and spearhead

DIY Kit



The ancient Greek dory , the one-handed spear (or lance) of the hoplites in the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC, typically consisted of a 2–3 m long wooden haft, a flat iron spearhead, and a strong, pointed bronze spearhead, the so-called sauroter . This end cap not only served as a counterweight to the spearhead and as a protection for the lower end of the shaft, but was also an effective weapon in its own right that could be used as a replacement if either the spearhead or the shaft were broken in battle. Thanks to the stable, sharpened end cap, the spear could also be anchored upright in the ground. As warfare tactics evolved, the dory was eventually replaced by the sarissa , a two-handed pike twice as long.



The Greek spear set offered here includes a leaf-shaped steel spearhead with blunt edges and a cast brass spear base with a classic four-sided design and sharp point. As both are already drilled, you can mount them on a wooden shaft of your choice to create your own hoplite spear. Delivery is without shaft and fixing material.



Pointed details:

- Material: steel

- Total length (including nozzle): approx. 28 cm

- Blade length: approx. 22 cm

- Maximum width: approx. 5.5 cm.
- Inner diameter of axle holder: approx. 2.2 cm

- Weight: approx. 260 g



Spearhead details:

- Material: brass

- Total length (including nozzle): approx. 27 cm

- Tip length: approx. 18 cm

- Inner diameter of axle holder: approx. 2.2 cm

- Weight: approx. 460 g



The above specifications may vary slightly from copy to copy.



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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