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hardened steel longsword

A classic medieval sword, in between the lighter arming sword and later two-handed swords in size. It's well-balanced and surprisingly easy to use due to its two-handed grip, but requires a larger baldric or scabbard, compared to smaller swords. Made of hardened steel and with a molded grip that fits your hand perfectly, this weapon looks as good as any you might find in a museum. The balance is perfect and the edge is as sharp as a razor.

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hardened steel mace

A medieval weapon consisting of a wood handle with a heavy metal head. It is heavy and slow to swing, but its crushing damage is devastating. This one is custom-made with hardened steel and can pulverize bones.

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hardened steel mirror armor

Mirror armor earns its name from its distinct shape and polished sheen. Round and rectangular steel plates are fastened together to protect all four sides of the torso. It can be worn on top of other armor like chainmail and brigandines. Made of hardened steel, this set was created with an array of rectangular and circular plates, polished and lightly decorated. Tough, durable, and made to protect.

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hardened steel mirror armor

Mirror armor earns its name from its distinct shape and polished sheen. Round and rectangular steel plates are fastened together to protect all four sides of the torso. It can be worn on top of other armor like chainmail and brigandines. Made of hardened steel, this set was created with an array of rectangular and circular plates, polished and lightly decorated. Tough, durable, and made to protect.

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hardened steel mirror armor

Mirror armor earns its name from its distinct shape and polished sheen. Round and rectangular steel plates are fastened together to protect all four sides of the torso. It can be worn on top of other armor like chainmail and brigandines. Made of hardened steel, this set was created with an array of rectangular and circular plates, polished and lightly decorated. Tough, durable, and made to protect.

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hardened steel nasal helm

An early medieval helmet with a projection guarding the nose, to better protect the face without obstructing vision. Proper Viking gear, unlike the stereotypical horned helm. This one is made in modern times out of steel.

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hardened steel nasal helm

An early medieval helmet with a projection guarding the nose, to better protect the face without obstructing vision. Proper Viking gear, unlike the stereotypical horned helm. This one is made in modern times out of steel.

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hardened steel nasal helm

An early medieval helmet with a projection guarding the nose, to better protect the face without obstructing vision. Proper Viking gear, unlike the stereotypical horned helm. This one is made in modern times out of steel.

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hardened steel nodachi

A huge, curved, two-handed sword from Japan. It is surprisingly light for its size. Made of hardened steel and with a molded grip that fits your hand perfectly, this weapon looks as good as any you might find in a museum. The balance is perfect and the edge is as sharp as a razor.

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hardened steel plate armor

A suit of plate armor with a 4 mm thick chestpiece. The mild steel has been hardened, offering superior protection.

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hardened steel plate armor

A suit of plate armor with a 4 mm thick chestpiece. The mild steel has been hardened, offering superior protection.

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hardened steel rapier

A thin sword with an ornate hand guard. It looks like the preferred weapon of gentlemen and swashbucklers. Light and quick, it makes any battle a stylish battle. Made of hardened steel and with a molded grip that fits your hand perfectly, this weapon looks as good as any you might find in a museum. The balance is perfect and the edge is as sharp as a razor.

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hardened steel sabaton

A flexible set of jointed lames that can be worn over footwear for additional protection, traditionally worn by mounted knights.

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hardened steel sabaton

A flexible set of jointed lames that can be worn over footwear for additional protection, traditionally worn by mounted knights.

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hardened steel shamshir

A curved sword associated with various Middle Eastern and Central Asian countries. Designed for slashing, and quite deadly against unarmored targets. Made of hardened steel and with a molded grip that fits your hand perfectly, this weapon looks as good as any you might find in a museum. The balance is perfect and the edge is as sharp as a razor.

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hardened steel sheet metal sabatons (pair)

Sabatons made of sheet metal, hardened to protect your feet if you drop something heavy on them. No relation to the band, aside from being very metal.

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hardened steel survival knife

This massive knife features a hollow handle with a compass built into the pommel and a row of fearsome-looking saw teeth along the back of its blade. Now this, this is a knife.

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hardened steel talwar

A curved sword used by the Raj of India in the 16th century, a talwar is usually impeccably decorated and able to take off a limb with a single swipe. This one has a proper grip and is made of hardened steel and is otherwise a fine weapon.

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hardened steel trench knife

This stout combat knife features a steel guard to protect the user's knuckles. The guard can also be used for striking or blocking. This one is made of hardened steel, an officer's weapon if ever there was one.

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hardened steel turban helmet

A middle eastern helmet, cylindrical on the top with protection for the nose and ears but nothing lower. This one is made in modern times out of steel.

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hardened steel wakizashi

A comparatively-common Japanese short sword. Smaller and lighter than a katana, but still effective in combat. Made of hardened steel and with a molded grip that fits your hand perfectly, this weapon looks as good as any you might find in a museum. The balance is perfect and the edge is as sharp as a razor.

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hardened steel zweihänder

A huge two-handed sword from Germany. It packs a real wallop. Made of hardened steel and with a molded grip that fits your hand perfectly, this weapon looks as good as any you might find in a museum. The balance is perfect and the edge is as sharp as a razor.

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hardened steelshod quarterstaff

A long wooden staff reinforced with metal bands and caps. This one has been forged with hardened steel rather than the traditional iron, and so hits just that little bit harder.

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heavy hardened junkyard plate armor

A full set of steel armor made from sheet metal hammered into shape, attached with chainmail, with a double-thick chestpiece, and case-hardened for extra strength. Top-of-the-line in armor that looks like it was made from banged-up lockers, for the skilled metalworker that values protection over being able to move.

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heavy hardened sheet metal armor

A full set of armor hammered out from sheet metal and hardened for extra protection, with a doubly-thick chest guard. The Ned Kelly gang would be proud.

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heavy junkyard plate armor

A full set of steel armor made from sheet metal hammered into shape and attached with chainmail covering the gaps, with an extra-thick chestpiece. About as heavy as a car but nowhere near as mobile, this suit is nonetheless quite protective.

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heavy load bearing vest with sling

This massive vest covered in MOLLE webbing is designed to attach a large number of pouches, holsters and other PALS compatible accessories. Preferred by some soldiers over directly attaching accessories to a ballistic vest as they can then be easily separated. This one has a single point sling wrapped around the shoulders using a system to keep your weapon extra secure.

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heavy sheet metal armor

A full set of armor hammered out from sheet metal and tied in place with leather straps and belts, with a doubly-thick chest guard to keep all your important organs safe. You might be as mobile as a refrigerator wearing all this, but that's the price to pay to keep your flesh attached.

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heavy sheet metal chest guard

A double-decker chest guard made from two sheets of metal layered over each other and hammered to fit your torso. Monstrously heavy, but it's quite protective and the thicker material makes it sturdier.

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heavy-duty jumper cable

A long, thick, heavy-duty jumper cable with power leads on either end. It looks like you could use it to hook up two vehicles to each other, though you expect the power loss would be noticeable. Can also link other electrical systems.

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heavy-duty tow cable

An extremely heavy-duty 30-foot (or about 9 m) tow cable made from thick steel wire coated in plastic. If attached to a vehicle, it could be used to pull another vehicle of any weight.

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hexamine stove

A lightweight, folding stove designed to use small hexamine tablets for cooking. Also known as an Esbit stove.

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high steel arm guard

An armguard, 1.75 mm at the thickest. Made with high steel offering excellent protection.

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high steel arm guard

An armguard, 1.75 mm at the thickest. Made with high steel offering excellent protection.

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high steel arming sword

A classic medieval sword, just the right size to use one-handed. Made with high steel and featuring a sturdy grip, this feels like a proper weapon. The balance feels right and the blade is quite sharp.

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high steel battle axe

A huge axe designed for warfare. Made of high steel, this is a solid, dependable weapon.

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high steel bladed macuahuitl

A modern reimagining of the large close combat weapon affiliated with Aztec warriors, made of a sturdy wooden club and sharp blades forged from high steel. Blades are definitely sturdier than obsidian ones.

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high steel bladed tepoztopili

This is a redesigned version of the Mesoamerican tepoztopili. It has an elliptical piece of carved wood lined with sharp high steel blades, firmly attached to a stout spear shaft.

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high steel brigandine coat with shoulder guards

A coat made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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high steel brigandine coat with shoulder guards

A coat made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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high steel brigandine coat with shoulder guards

A coat made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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high steel brigandine with shoulder guards

A vest made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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high steel brigandine with shoulder guards

A vest made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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high steel brigandine with shoulder guards

A vest made from tough fabric with steel plates riveted on the inside, with shoulder guards attached to it. Can be comfortably worn over chainmail for extra protection.

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high steel broadsword

An early modern sword that saw use in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. Called 'broad' to contrast with the slimmer rapiers. Made with high steel and featuring a sturdy grip, this feels like a proper weapon. The balance feels right and the blade is quite sharp.

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high steel cavalry saber

A curved sword associated with cavalry from the Early Modern period onwards. Lightweight, but a deadly slashing weapon. Made with high steel and featuring a sturdy grip, this feels like a proper weapon. The balance feels right and the blade is quite sharp.

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high steel chainmail armor

A fully customized chainmail suit. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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high steel chainmail armor

A fully customized chainmail suit. Combine with a gambeson or other padded layer for optimal protection.

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