LUBLIN, Poland (Reuters Life!) - Just like his Medieval counterparts 600 years ago armorer Tomasz Samula has hardly any time to outfit his knights before battle commences. Samula is racing to add the ...
A Ukrainian company that manufacturers medieval armor for sport is now using its materials to produce "caltrops" — or "sharp, six-inch spikes that date back to ancient wars" — in service of the war ...
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Was medieval armor bulletproof?

A knight in "shining armor" wielding a sword or lance is an iconic medieval image, but more advanced weapons also appeared in ...
Did knights have armor strong enough to stop bullets? Knights and firearms clashed on the battlefield for over 200 years. Did some of these warriors have armor strong enough to stop bullets?
Weird Armours From History. For the medieval knight, armour was essential. It provided protection on the battlefield and ...