Product description
The impact weapon known as a flail developed in the 12th century from the peasant’s flail used for threshing, and saw service until the 17th century. This medieval weapon with a spiked head is commonly, although incorrectly, often referred to as a morning star, especially the variant with the head connected to the grip by a chain (ball-and-chain flail).
The reconstruction we offer here consists of an approx. 52 cm long handle made of ash wood, which is fitted with a metal sleeve at the top end and connected by three metal chains to heavy, star-shaped balls made of high carbon steel. The surface of the steel balls, chains and sleeve was left in its natural state on purpose and has a characteristic out-of-the forge oxide scale layer that lends a rustic, authentic character to the weapon. This medieval military flail is designed as a collector's or decoration/display piece, and, besides its quality as a collectible, is also perfectly suited as a prop, e.g. to complete your costume.
Details:
Material: high carbon steel (not stainless!), ash wood handle
Handle length: approx. 52 cm
Diameter of the balls / stars (incl. spikes): approx. 10 cm
Chain length: approx. 21 cm
Weight: approx. 1.25 kg
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 2000 *
We do not sell this product to customers under the age of 18. Click here for more information on the European arms acts.
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your weapons regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper. Remove burrs with a whetstone. Make sure you have removed all burrs before using a battle-ready weapon, as they can cause wounds.
Tip: How to adjust the finish of your armour and weaponry
Luxurious (polished)- polish the steel with metal polish or toothpaste. You can even give the item a mirror-like polish. Test on a small surface first!
Handmade (matte)- soak the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours. Check regularly and treat with black sandpaper.
Antique (patinated) leave the steel to rust for some time in a damp environment, preferably outside. Remove the red layer of rust, to reveal the corroded top layer.
Please note. After finishing the product yourself, the warranty and return right expire. Celtic WebMerchant is not responsible for the obtained result."
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
Read here about how we are committed to sustainability.
