Hanwei Throwing Spearhead
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The spear, being far less expensive to produce than other weapons, was common throughout the Medieval period. Throwing spears were commonly used throughout Europe during the Early Middle Ages. The narrow, sharply pointed head of this spear head was designed to pierce the mail armour commonly worn during this period.
Details
These decorated spearheads, manufactured by Paul Chen/Hanwei, are decorated with intricate patterns replicating an original process known as the 'Niello' process. This involved using an alloy of several metals (notably silver) mixed with sulfur which was rubbed into an incised pattern and then fired. Where the alloy is rubbed into the engraving, it remains black while the rest of the surface is polished to a bright finish. Hanwei's process, while not tru 'Niello', still provides a lustrous and permanent Niello-like effect.
The spear, being far less expensive to produce than other weapons, was common throughout the Medieval period. Throwing spears were commonly used throughout Europe during the Early Middle Ages. The narrow, sharply pointed head of this spear head was designed to pierce the mail armour commonly worn during this period.
Specifications
SPECIFICATION | METRIC | IMPERIAL |
Manufacturer | Paul Chen/Hanwei | |
Overall Length | 400mm | 15.75" |
Blade Length | 248mm | 9.75" |
Socket Diameter (Internal) | 25.4mm | 1" |
Weight | 0.26 Kg | 9 oz |