• Medieval morning star with iron ball and ash wood
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Medieval morning star with iron ball and ash wood

$84.98 USD
$84.98 USD
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Highlights

The morning star with a solid iron ball is an impressive reconstruction of a medieval striking weapon for collectors and reenactment enthusiasts.

  • Robust construction with a sturdy handle made of high-quality ash wood
  • Solid iron striking ball for an authentic look and feel
  • Movable connection between handle and ball via a durable metal chain
  • Impressive dimensions with a ball diameter of approximately 10 cm and a handle length of 50 cm
  • Detailed craftsmanship based on a historical model for an impressive spatial effect
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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Medieval morning star with iron ball and ash wood
Morgenstern with an iron ball
Medieval morning star with iron ball and ash wood
Medieval morning star with iron ball and ash wood

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Questions about the product Medieval morning star with iron ball and ash wood

What are the typical characteristics of a medieval morning star with an iron ball and an ash wood handle, and for which historical uses was this striking weapon particularly known?

A typical medieval morning star with an iron ball and an ash wood handle is characterized by a sturdy ash wood handle approximately 50 cm long, at the end of which sits a heavy iron ball (about 8 to 12 cm in diameter) with spikes 1 to 2 cm long. A wrist strap was often attached to the end of the handle to prevent the weapon from being lost in battle.

Historically, this striking weapon was particularly well-known for its use by peasants and foot soldiers, especially in close combat against armored cavalry and for penetrating plate armor and shields. It was widespread in Europe and Arabia from the 11th to the 17th centuries.
What is the typical weight of a historically authentic morning star with an iron ball and ash wood handle, and how does this affect its handling in combat?

A historically authentic morning star typically weighed between 1.2 kg and over 3 kg, and its weight and top-heaviness made it difficult and required considerable strength and skill to handle. This massive construction allowed for tremendous power, comparable to that of an axe or warhammer, and capable of effectively penetrating even heavy plate armor.
What historical evidence exists for the use of the morning star in different regions of Europe, and how did the regional designs differ from one another?

The morning star, a further development of the club, was used throughout Europe and Arabia from approximately the 11th to the 17th centuries. Historical evidence can be found in battle reports, city chronicles, and pictorial representations, such as those by Albrecht Dürer. Regional variations in design primarily affected the shaft length and the head construction: - Classic form: A sturdy wooden shaft (up to 60 cm) with a fixed, spiked head made of wood or iron.

- Chain morning star (flail): A variant particularly popular among mercenaries and peasants in the 15th and 16th centuries, in which the spiked ball was connected to the shaft by a chain to increase striking power through centrifugal force.

- Regional peculiarities: Flemish origins are known, as well as specific finds in German armories (e.g., Emden or Wartburg), some of which feature extremely long shafts exceeding two meters.
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The ash wood handle offers an ideal combination of high stability and elasticity, cushioning hard impacts during use and minimizing the risk of breakage or cracking, even with intensive use. To protect the iron ball from corrosion in the long term, it should be regularly cleaned of dirt and moisture and then treated with care products such as silicone spray, Ballistol, or a light coat of oil.