There is Value in the ‘Typical’
If you do living history with a focus on public education (emphasis on public education), there is great value in portraying yourself as a typical representation of whatever it is...
Will of Simon Wynchecombe, Armourer ca. 1396
An interesting will from the end of the 14th century belonging to a London Armourer named Simon Wynchecombe. It lists the components of six complete suits of armor and several...
Hafting a Spear
Earlier this year, in preparation for La Belle Compagnie’s hunting camp presentation at MTA, I needed a spear. This was the first time I had attempted to haft a spear, so I...
Easy Medieval Tent Improvement Tip
Greetings! Here’s a simple tip to make a very easy visual and historical improvement to your tent without having to spend much time or any money (assuming you already have tent ropes)! Ropes...
So is it a basci-NET or a basci-NAY and does it really matter?
I’ll answer the last part of that question first, no it probably doesn’t really matter depending on your audience. This is kind of a silly one, but some folks insist...
So You Want to be Nobility?
*My working definition of nobility is that of a titled peer (Baron, Earl, Duke etc) in Late Medieval England, as opposed to the ‘gentry’ which made up the rest of...
Modern Mail Maintenance
Maintaining Your Mail (In a Modern Fashion) This will serve as a quick-reference companion to my more detailed video on the subject. This method is what I use and what...
The Arming Girdle (Lendenier) with Commentary
In this article, I’ve tried to organize some of the known research and sources concerning the lendener into an argument supporting its use as a means of historical leg harness...
Welcome to KnyghtErrant.com!
Welcome to KnyghtErrant.com! I’ve finally broke down and decided to create an actual website to complement my other content. There is so much information that I’d like to be able...
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