Description
This drill-point arrowhead is forged from high carbon steel, a material chosen for its strength and ability to hold a sharp edge. The blackened finish is achieved through a heat treatment process that not only darkens the steel but also helps protect it from rust. The rough polish is deliberate, reflecting how such arrowheads would have appeared in the field,functional and unrefined, rather than gleaming. Drill-point arrowheads were designed to penetrate armor and tough hides, their sturdy tips twisting into the target much like a modern drill bit.
Fun fact: The blackened surface of drill-point arrowheads sometimes helped reduce glare in sunlight, making it easier for archers to aim without giving away their position.
