Description
In the days of old, the boar spearhead was crafted specifically for hunting the fierce wild boar, a dangerous quarry known for its strength and aggression. What sets this spearhead apart are the distinctive lugs,those stout protrusions on either side of the blade’s base. Their purpose was no mere decoration; after thrusting into the beast, these lugs prevented the wounded animal from charging further up the shaft toward the hunter, providing a crucial measure of safety.
This particular spearhead is forged by hand from high carbon steel, giving it the resilience and edge retention needed to withstand the rigors of hunting or reenactment. The blade itself bears a gentle curve and a rounded central ridge, a design that adds strength and aids in penetrating tough hides and thick muscle. The predrilled socket makes mounting it to a wooden shaft straightforward, just as a medieval craftsman would have done before heading out into the forest.
Boar spears like this one were essential tools for hunters in medieval Europe, where the boar was both a prized game and a formidable opponent. The combination of blade shape, sturdy steel, and those protective lugs reveals a balance of practical engineering and battlefield necessity, honed through generations of experience.
Specifications
Overall Length: 18.75 inches
Opening Diameter For Shaft: 1.34 inches
Blade Length: 8.25 inches
Blade Width: 3.5 inches
Blade Thickness: 5.51 mm
Handle Length: 9 inches
Features
Spear Style: Boar Spearhead
Construction: High Carbon Steel
Protrusions on Shaft to Halt Charging Game
Designed for Historical Accuracy
Fun Fact: The lugs on a boar spearhead often doubled as a handguard, allowing the hunter to grip the shaft close to the blade without injury, a clever detail born from hard-earned experience in the hunt.
