Description
This early medieval mace is a straightforward weapon favored by Norman warriors for its effectiveness on the battlefield. Its solid cast steel head, though not overly heavy, is built to deliver crushing strikes capable of fracturing bone and denting the leather helmets worn by Saxon adversaries. The head is studded with several blunt spikes arranged to concentrate force upon impact, while a subtle rope pattern encircling the head serves both as a grip aid and a modest embellishment. The darkened wooden shaft is shaped with shallow grooves, allowing the wielder a firm hold even when sweat and blood make hands slippery. At the base, a steel butt cap fitted with a lanyard ring ensures the weapon can be secured to the wrist or easily carried, whether on horseback or on foot, keeping it close amid the confusion of combat.
Key Measurements:
- Overall length: 21-1/2″
- Head diameter: 2-1/2″
- Shaft length: 18″
- Weight: 1 lb
Fun fact: Early Norman battle maces were often chosen by foot soldiers because their blunt force could crush through or bypass chainmail, making them more reliable than swords or axes against heavily armored foes.
