Medieval Shield Sale

Medieval Shield Sale

At TheCastleCourt we have reduced the prices on Medieval shields drastically. If you find a better price, we will match that price.

Some of these Medieval shields are discontinued and will never be produced again. The CAS/Hanwei Rob Roy targe is one of the dropped products. We have two left and have priced them at the rock bottom price. Also, a popular discontinued Medieval shield is the Plantaganet rampant lion shield. Both of these historical replica shields would look terrific in a your den or in your hand at your next reenactment event or save them and sell them at a higher price later.

Our store also has the best price on the popular 300 Spartan shield. Eventually the production will cease and buying this movie replica will be impossible.

Stop by our castle today, and pick up one of these cheap but chic Medieval shields. Also, visit our educational blog; we have some great Medieval information that is very relevant for fans of the time of knights and kings.














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Michael "Tinker" Smith Longsword-Special

TheCastleCourt is pleased to announce that we are running a very special price on the Tinker longswords, both the blunt and the sharp. These are the swords that have been so long anticipated from CAS/Hanwei. Mr. Smith is world renown for his knowledge of the medieval sword. Following is the review of the Longsword by Sean Hayes, one of the best instructors in the world on sword technique.

"I had the opportunity to handle the prototype Tinker Pearce Line Longswords by CAS/Hanwei, and they are beautiful, well-balanced, quick-handling swords at an excellent price. The sharp and blunt versions handle almost identically in cuts, thrusts, and quick posta (guard) transitions. These promise to be the mid-priced training weapon of choice for longsword studies."

Sean Hayes, Maestro d`armi, Northwest Fencing Academy and University of Oregon

CAS Hanwei Discontinued Products

CAS Hanwei is discontinuing some of its popular items, and this will be your last chance to purchase these. TheCastleCourt still has a limited supply of these products in stock.

They are discontinuing all of their Japanese full suits of armour with the exception of the Daisy Armour. We still have the outstanding Japanese Dragon armour in stock. Once it is gone we will never see this striking armour again. If you would like to have this piece, now is the time.

Also the CAS Hanwei battle ready Roman sword or gladius is discontinued. The CastleCourt still has a limited number of these swords in stock.

Perhaps the most striking helmets ever produced by CAS Hanwei is also to be discontinued. The replica Sutton Hoo helmet will no longer be available.

Halloween Costumes and Traditions

All Hallows’s Eve is upon us. Halloween has a rich history from the ancient Celts and Druids to Rome. Whatever its history, it is one of our most colorful and celebrated festivals.

Some trace the history of Halloween back to the Celtic people of pre-medieval Europe. The Celts divided the year into halves, the “light half” consisting of spring and summer. The “dark half” comprised fall and winter. Celts celebrated the light half with the festival of “Samhain” (pronounced sah-wen), which they observed during the October/November lunar cycle. Following the Roman conquest of Britain, the Celts adopted the Julian calendar and celebrated Samhain on November l.

Other historians believe the origin of Halloween resulted from the tradition of celebrating the lives of Christian martyrs on the date of their deaths. Pope Boniface in May 13, 609 established one day of remembrance for the martyrs. Pope Gregory later changed the date of remembrance to November 1 and he deemed it all saints day. The night before was known as All Hallows’s Eve (“Halloween” being a colloquial contraction of that phrase). Costumes and gifts and bobbing for apples became part of this new holiday. They remain to this day.

If you haven’t planned your costume for this year’s holiday, TheCastleCourt has a terrific selection of unique duds. Why not don the apparel of the 300 Spartan warriors. We have the cape, the armor, the sandals, the briefs and the sword in stock. A Roman soldier would be an exciting choice for a costume. Proper dress for a Roman centurion would be the plumed battle helmet, the lorica segmentata armor and the sandals. How about attending the party as a crusader, Henry VIII or a Knight Templar. TheCastleCourt also has these costumes in stock.

We have an excellent selection of historical clothes, armor, boots, swords and shields that will transform you for this colorful day. Don’t wait too long to select your costume as the demand is always strong at this time of year.

Our prices are right and we have not raised shipping costs. Take me to the website!

Hanwei Tinker Pearce Longswords

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TheCastleCourt has a small selection of the long anticipated Hanwei Tinker Pearce longswords. Here is what experts are saying about this sword "I had the opportunity to handle the prototype Tinker Pearce Line Longswords by CAS/Hanwei, and they are beautiful, well-balanced, quick-handling swords at an excellent price. The sharp and blunt versions handle almost identically in cuts, thrusts, and quick posta (guard) transitions. These promise to be the mid-priced training weapon of choice for longsword studies."

Sean Hayes, Maestro d`armi, Northwest Fencing Academy and University of Oregon

Order yours today before it is on backorder.

William Marshall-Medieval Knight and General

William Marshall, a landless noble, was one of the bravest and most accomplished military men of Medieval Europe. He served three Plantagenet kings, Henry II, Richard I (Lionheart) and John.

William was one of the greatest champions of the joust, a game which consisted of a clash between two knights on horseback. The champions of these Medieval competitions are comparable to famous athletes of modern times. He won twelve horses and three hundred knights held for ransom in one season. He established himself early as the best at this competition.

He not only excelled at the joust, but was a brave warrior again his country’s enemies. He first came to the attention of the Plantagenets by saving Queen Eleanor, Henry II’s wife, from capture to be held for ramsom. His fierce fighting allowed the Queen to escape, but William was captured. Queen Eleanor not only paid his ransom, but rewarded him with horses, gold and fine clothes. From this point forward the Plantagenet castles were open to him. His first assignment was the tutoring of Henry’s sons, Henry, Richard, Geoffrey and John in the art of warfare and swordsmanship.

He served Henry II as an advisor and general of his army. He was loyal to the King until the very end. At the time of the King’s death Richard was involved in a rebellion with the French against his father. William Marshall confronted Richard on the road and could have killed him, but instead he told Richard, “I will not kill you; I will leave that to God” and with that he thrust a spear into Richard’s horse. Shortly after this event the Henry II died.

Richard was now the King of England. One of his first acts as King was to summon William Marshall. Although they were in confrontation before Henry’s death, Richard knew how valuable William Marshall would be to this kingdom. He bestowed on Marshall a major castle and kept him as his primary advisor. After Richard Lionheart was crowned King, he immediately left for the Third Crusade. William Marshall was left to hold the kingdom together. He did a marvelous job in the face of John, Richard’s brother, attempt to usurp the throne. William stood by Richard’s side until the King was killed in a frivolous encounter in 1199.

Richard designated John, the least qualified of Henry’s sons to be king,( according to historians) as heir to the English throne. Again Marshall was there. John had a disastrous reign due to the lands that he lost to the French. Marshall realized that John had no friends among his vassals, so he advised the surrender to the French. William was also instrumental in requiring John to sign the Magna Carta in 1215, the first document of English freedom.

The Earl of Pembroke, William Marshall, died in 1219. He was one of the most chivalrous knights of any age.

At my website, TheCastleCourt, we are featuring the William Marshall battle ready sword for $215.00. This is a huge discount for this sword. Drop by today and take advantage of this special!

Collectible and Hunting Knives Now Available

The Castle Court has added to its product mix quality knives with Hanwei collectible and functional knives and Muela hunting knives. Visit the New and Notable category to take a look at all our new products. We have the Hanwei Pearl Folder Knife, the dream knife of every collector at $362.00. Suggested retail on this handmade knife is $504.00. Give yourself a gift or Christmas shop early for that avid knife collector.

We would like to reward you for visiting our blog and website. If you mention this blog in an email to us, we will give you a small gift. The reward will not be the Hope Diamond or a piece from the Crown Jewels, but we will present you with a Roman coin keychain or earrings, or other replica Roman coin pieces. At least this is a unique gift that you cannot buy at Walmart.

Any suggestions of products that you would like to see on our website will be taken very seriously. We value your opinions and will reward you for any suggestions that will make us more valuable in your eyes. Stop by TheCastleCourt today