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Sometimes what looks like a fantasy weapon from a movie or video game actually comes straight from real-life history. A warrior who couldn't decide whether to stab or bludgeon enemies could simply say "why not both?" and grab one of these bad boys.
In terms of function it's the same as any other war hammer with a blunt striking surface on one end and a beak / pick on the other, but it's a more elaborate (and humorous) shape. Let's take a look at this rare type!
I even got a practice version for a first-hand practical test, so there will be sparring footage as well. This is where I got it by the way:
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Fisted war hammer reproduction by Windlass Steelcrafts
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Swordifsh's research thread on the Ethnographic Arms & Armour forum:
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A Rare 19C Indian Fakir Crutch
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Hans Talhoffer
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Outtakes:
"Spinning Tavern" by Inspector J
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"Medieval: Battle" by Random Mind
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Outro:
"Highland Storm" by The Slanted Room Records
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