Are hammers good against armor?

Depends upon the armor. War hammers work very well against plate armor but get tangled up in chain mail (though they still do damage). Swords can cut mail but not plate. This is why a warrior big enough to wield a heavy hammer (think Thor) was so valuable on the battlefield; big hammers work on everything.

What Armour and weapons did Knights use?

There were two main kinds of armor: chain mail and plate armor. Chain mail was made from thousands of metal rings. The typical chain mail armor was a long cloak called a hauberk. Knights wore a padded cloak underneath the armor to help cushion the weight of the armor.

What weapons were used in the Middle Ages?

The most used weapons were daggers, axes, clubs, and spears, while swords were mainly used for knights or people wealthy enough to acquire them. Here we are presenting our top nine devastating medieval weapons.

What kind of medieval weapons does Swords of the forge offer?

Medieval Weapons – Maces, Flails, Axes and More Swords of the Forge prides itself on offering historically authentic Medieval weapons, many fashioned from steel. Of varying lengths, our swords often include scabbards and come in a variety of pommel styles. Some have double fullered blades and others have an antique patha or brass finishing.

What is the best medieval sword to buy?

For a more economical Medieval weapon, the latest Valiant Sword is a great buy. One of our larger swords is the Christian Sword which measures 43” and features cross shapes on its guard and pommel and comes with a leather sheath.

How do you deal with plate armor in medieval warfare?

The warhammer is one of the most effective medieval weapons for dealing with plate armour. The problem with using a sword against plate armour is that it bounces off easily but a warhammer doesn’t bounce off as easily, and will inflict a lot of damage to whoever it hits, armour or not.