Medieval Daggers

Medieval daggers are the perfect companion to the medieval sword. We have great traditional styled medieval daggers from the Black Prince dagger to the King’s Ring dagger. A medieval dagger is a double-edged, small, pointed knife used by soldiers in the Middle Ages for personal protection during warfare. When they cannot access their other big weapons, like swords and spears, medieval daggers are handy. Medieval daggers are very sharp and can penetrate shields and armour.

These daggers are comparable to today’s combat knife—sleek, light, and concealable. They have undergone different appearances, from a rondel dagger to a more notable bollock dagger; the evolution has depended on how it is used and how it is concealed or worn. Since the medieval era, there have been changes in the art of wielding a dagger and in how it’s designed. It was a popular secondary weapon for knights since it increased the defense line when they attacked on foot.

The 14th century was an era for the baselard dagger, which offered a perfect length that was in between a short sword and a long dagger. It was also known as a civilian dagger, and it was so popular in the late medieval era that there were satirical songs about the baselard dagger as a fashion accessory. However, it doesn’t diminish the fact that this dagger is as dangerous as today’s fighting knife.

There have been different kinds of daggers throughout the ages, molded to incorporate convenience, weight, and power. These weapons are lightweight and usually small so they can be concealed next to the sword. Compared to the knife, the dagger is more lethal in battle as it’s designed to pierce thicker layers of armor or clothing. Aside from using it for battle, these weapons are also used for ceremonial passages, like circumcision or other body modifications.

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