Description
This socketed arrowhead is forged from high carbon steel, a material chosen for its strength and ability to hold a sturdy shape. The socket design allows the arrowhead to be securely fitted onto a wooden shaft, a common method used by archers in medieval times. Notably, this particular arrowhead is left unsharpened, which suggests it may have been intended for practice or for fitting and shaping before final sharpening.
Because these arrowheads are crafted by hand, the diameter of the socket can vary slightly from one piece to another. It’s wise to acquire the arrowheads first and then measure each socket carefully to ensure a snug fit with your chosen shafts. This practice mirrors the blacksmith’s attention to detail in matching arrowheads and shafts for optimal performance in the field.
Fun fact: The Long Bodkin arrowhead, known for its narrow, needle-like shape, was designed to pierce through chainmail armor, making it a favored choice among English archers during the Hundred Years’ War.
