An introduction to Pre-modern Middle Eastern Swords

An introduction to Pre-modern Middle Eastern Swords
Masquerade Ball 2019!
Learn more about swords.
Lecture on three swords from the collection.
Following in the wake of such successful Oakeshott Institute crafting classes as ‘Blacksmithing 101’ and ‘Make your own parrying dagger’, we are happy to announce our ‘Make your own singlestick’ class. A stout hickory stick mounted with a leather basket hilt has been use as a singlestick for sword training and tests of skill since … Continue Reading
Support The Oakeshott Institute with a pint or two! Raise a glass and support the great programing of The Oakeshott Institute at this unique fundraising event! On Feb 21st, from 6-9 pm, our good friends at NorthGate Brewing will be donating a portion of their sales to reinforce our efforts and work. Support The Oakeshott Institutes … Continue Reading