The hammer is one of the oldest German weapons and the hammer of war enjoyed great popularity in the Middle Ages due to its extreme effectiveness.
Notably he saw service with the cavalry from the 13th century onwards. As steel armor became increasingly elaborate and thicker over time, the rider's choice proved to be exceptionally valuable thanks to his weight and ability to drill and crush even the heaviest armor.
The crow beak or corbin bec is a late medieval version of this polearmo. Especially the peak from which it derived its name made this impact weapon a powerful instrument against well-armed opponents, capable of penetrating the thick armor or armor.
This replica of a 14 c. The Italian hammer features an animal-like figure with an open mouth. The hammer head stands out from the beast's open mouth, while the sharp, curved-down tip represents the creature's tail. The beast (incl. The seat) is made of brass, and the bulging hammer head, as well as the spike, are forged from steel. The wooden rod is riveted on the head and equipped with a brass lid.
Main features:
- Richly adorned hammer
- Hammer head and high carbon steel spike
Details:
- Material: high carbon steel, brass, wood
- Total length: approx. 67 cm
- Cable length: approx. 52 cm
- Width of head: approx. 15 cm
- Weight: approx. 1328 g As