Breastplate from Armour of Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt, early 17th century
One dent was a proof shot.
The other occupational.
Breastplate from Armour of Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt, early 17th century
One dent was a proof shot.
The other occupational.
One of the greatest practical tests of armor versus arrows done to date. Tod of Tod’s Worskhop teams up with experts in the fields of medieval armor, bowyer, and archery to put an historically made 15th century breastplate to the test against a 160 lb Warbow.
Etched breastplate with Medici coat of arms, Tuscany (Italy), 16th century.
from Czerny’s International Auction House
Etched breastplate with Medici coat of arms, Tuscany (Italy), 16th century.
from Czerny’s International Auction House