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Unlike Japanese blades, European (double-edged) swords and daggers need to be sharpened from both sides. With a proper guide, however, the process does not take longer than a few minutes, and you can avoid injuring your fingers or damaging the…

If you want to keep your sword, helmet or plate armour in perfect condition for as long as possible, occasional maintenance is required. Sometimes, touching your armour with your hands is enough to expose your gear to harmful moisture. However,…

A hundred years ago, leather and fur were natural parts of clothing, and very high in demand. But in the last three decades, the leather industry has been going through a rough patch. How have the Czech leatherworking industry and related crafts…

Leather is one of the oldest natural materials that has been used by mankind since the beginning. Whether you like leather jackets, handbags or leather shoes, these products wouldn’t have been here without the ingenuity and patience of our early…

It is almost as old as mankind itself, but definitely not forgotten. What is artistic blacksmithing and why is it trending today? How does it differ from the traditional blacksmithing profession? And why has the demand for hand-forged products…

Blacksmithing has accompanied the humankind for thousands of years. But it has evolved greatly over that time. How has the blacksmithing craft change over the centuries? And how to properly maintain hand-forged items and avoid leaving…

Not sure what to buy for your family or friends for Christmas? If they like history, LARP, medieval battles or fantasy literature, we might have a few useful tips for you! Read on to find out how to delight history fans of any age! It does not…

Do you have a family member or friend who loves hunting, crossbows, guns or historical weapons? We have a few ideas you can use! Read our tips for perfect Christmas gifts that will delight every fan of hunting.