15th c. Crossbow at the Worcester Art Museum
A Close Look at a 15th Century Crossbow String
M775 f3r-f4v “Abilment for the Just of the pees”
This is the first post in what I hope eventually, will be a complete series of translations for M775, “Ordinances of Chivalry”. I’ve had this sitting around for a while, marked as “needs proofreading” and I think it might be time to publish it. M775, “Ordinances of Chivalry” is a codex manuscript, currently in the […]
2025 Schedule Begins
I’ve added the events I know I’ll be at for 2025 to the Events page. More will be added as I confirm them.
Merry Christmas
To celebrate the holiday, here is a video from Musica Medievale featuring Christmas music that comes from 12th century Aquitaine….. Perfect for impressing Queen Eleanor…
Who makes your favorite longsword?
I’m really curious who makes YOUR favorite longsword? My first (steel) longsword was a pretty generic one with a disc pommel, I got from Nadler Metal Crafts. The balance was a lot better than I expected, but it was a little short. In fact it was almost exactly a centimeter too short for IMCF rules. […]
On Winning, by Steen Jensen, AKA SCA Sir Sten Halverson, Baron
Winning is not chivalrous. Winning is fortunate, and should never be more.
How to Wear Leg Armor
The question of how you’re supposed to wear leg armor is one I’ve heard debated ever since I began my journey into armored combat. The simple answer is, “The method that works best for you.” But that’s not so simple to figure out, so I’ll cover a few different answers and how and why they […]
A Quick Update
I’m working on upgrading the functionality of my main website – https://AspitingKnight.com to include memberships – which will mirror those found here – for people who would prefer to support me directly, rather than through a third party. All the levels and benefits will be the same no matter how you decide to join the party. […]
Of Men and Bears
I can honestly say I wish I didn’t have to write this, but I feel obligated. This post contains adult themes, which may not be appropriate for young children. No shiny graphics here. Just words. As someone who espouses the concepts of Chivalry in the modern world, it seems to me a responsibility to write […]
How It All Began…
It all began with a book…. I thought the dream was dead, but then something changed. Encourage children to pursue their dreams.