flail with two balls 5982593 Leren arm- en beenbescherming Hauberks of this type were

Hauberks of this type were worn by both the 9th century Vikings and the 13th century crusaders

It measures 21 x 20 cm

The targes of wealthier Scots were lavishly decorated

To enhance the effect

Cuirasses of this kind were often worn together with chainmail voiders

flail with two balls 5982593 Leren arm- en beenbescherming Hauberks of this type wereThe medieval war flail was a shorter weapon consisting of a wooden shaft connected by a chain, rope, or leather strap to one or more striking heads. It originated during the Crusades from the threshing flail. Because the steel ball was attached to a chain, it was effective against enemies carrying shields. Variants of this weapon sometimes smooth, sometimes spiked spread from Eastern Europe to the West from the 10th century onward. Illustrations from