The Medieverse: Tim's Realistic "medieval" FANTASY Blog

Debunking medieval myths and misconceptions in fantasy to learn more about the real Middle Ages (and other stuff I find interesting).

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Month: December 2016

The Estoc | A Sword without an Edge

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 25, 2016

An estoc, used from the 14th to the 17th century, is an edgeless two-handed...

Fauld vs. Tonlet | Medieval Armor for the Waist and Hips

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 21, 2016

Worn over a skirt of maille, a fauld is a piece of armor that...

How to Load and Fire a Musket or Flintlock Pistol (explained briefly with appropriate jargon)

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 18, 2016

Muskets or any flintlock firearms are generally always reloaded via the muzzle like a cannon....

The Swordbreaker | A Dagger to Catch Swords

Timothy R.J. Eveland December 10, 2016

A swordbreaker is a dagger or shortsword with deep notches on one side of the...

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