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Armourers
This list is intended to include the creators of one off arms and armour.
For many, a custom made sword is a long term aspiration, whether for self expression, authenticity or to suit a particular martial technique, the reasons are many. But for those who are prepared to invest the time and cash, an armourer is nothing short of an artist.
The Black Knight Armoury :15/11/2002
This is a new armoury with an impressive range of swords, armour, and other weapons covering time periods and countries from Early Greece to Mediaevil Europe. Lots of information and lots of nice detailed pictures. What's more if you can face all that manly skirt wearing you can visit the Black Night Showroom in Angus and 'try before you buy'. All this and at some of the most competitive prices you're likely to find.
Very attractive, easily navigated and fast site. Well worth a look.
For more information contact: The Black Knight Armoury. 22 Glenmoy Place, Arbroath, Angus, Scotland. DD11 5JL, +44 (01241) 437 640
Or Email: enquires
Website: The Black Knight Armoury
Christopher Dobson is the former master armourer to the Royal Armouries, what more need be said. He not only produces very high quality arms and armour, but he produces them using traditional techniques and equipment. In addition to creating reproduction pieces Mr Dobson also offers a restoration service, leads masterclasses and delivers the occasional lecture. And with the other hand. . .
Fast, attractive website, lots of nice pictures.
Website: Christopher Dobson
This is a well established armoury producing fully hot forged weapons and armour. A reputation for quality and friendliness and at very reasonable prices too.
Fast attractive website, but still growing with several sections still under development.
Unit 53 Colne Valley Workshops, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. HD7 5QG. 01484 846 973
Website: Bailiff Forge
Heron Armoury (Tim Noyes) :24/05/2002
A small armoury based in Kent with work done by Tim Noyes, very friendly chap, only too willing to chat about what you want for the amount that you want to spend. Very informed and enthusiastic, and able to explain the making of arms and armour in lay terms. Fairly rapid turn around too.
Tim Noyes, Heron Armoury, 46 Eddington Lane, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5TS, United Kingdom 01227 367 553
Brand new website, very simple, but oh! the pictures of Tim's work will make your heart sing!
Website: Heron Armoury
To see another recommendation of Tim's work see Dirk Groeneveld's page
Another small armoury. Hand forged weapons and armour made to order by Paul MacDonald a very knowlegeable and accomplished swordsman and craftsman.
Paul MacDonald. MacDonald Armouries, Brunswick St, Lane, Edinburgh. EH7 5JA. 0131 5571510.
Website: Macdonald Armouries
A company of smiths that specialise in hand forged weapons and sculpture made to order. Longish waiting list. Nicely illustrated site, with many pictures of work done.
For more information contact: Raven Armoury, Thaxted, Essex, England. Tel:01371 870 486, Fax:01799 543 111. Or Email: Simon
Website: Raven Armoury
Swords, prices from £100. and up.
Tich & Di Craddock,01407-831076. Y Bryn, Llaneilian Road, Amlwch, Anglesey, Gwynedd. LL68 9HU
This is quite a basic website at the moment, which may still be under construction.
Website: Dragon Forge
Pete Seymour :More
Helms, axes, spears, bosses, some swords (Good quality steel), brooches and clothing.
01366 384 316. 73 Howdale Rd, Downham, Market, Norfolk.
Roger Lankford and Lancaster's armourie have an almost legendary reputation for good quality weaponry and armour.
Notably whilst the arms and armour are all very attractive the emphasis is firmly on utility and every piece is designed to withstand the rigours of full contact tournament and battle use. The new range of 'self assembly' armour has proven to be particularly popular selling 10 full sets in the first quarter of this year(2002)
Roger Lankford. 18 Ashgate Valley Rd, Ashgate, Chesterfield, Derbshire. S40 4AX. 01246 270090.
Email: Roger Lankford
Website:Lancaster Armourie
Helmets, armour, weapons, mail costume, accesories & leatherwork.
This address is apparently out of date, i am attempting to find out the current address.
C. Franklin. The Mill House, 2 Stowe Mill, Stowe, Knighton, Powys. LD7 1NB. 01547 520484.
White Rose Armoury & Heritage Arms :24/05/2002
This is a well respected armoury offering a wide range of armour and harness options and a growing range of swords and other arms. White Rose have just recently decided to develop a new website, which is still under development but already has a large range of pictures and information. Very competitive prices and a well known quality of workmanship.
Unit 59, Staveley Workshops, Works Road, Hollingwood, Chesterfield, S43 2PE. 01246 475782. Email White Rose enquiries,Heritage Arms enquiries,
White Rose Armoury
White Rose Castings, the castings branch of the White Rose Armoury, specialising in producing high quality replicas of brass and bronze artefacts from buttons to sword furniture. Custom work welcome.
E-mail: Alan Beresford
White Rose Castings
An armoury that just sells metal armour, good selection and variety of services. Fast attractive site.
The Armchair Armoury. 49 Doods Road, Reigate, Surrey. RH2 0NT. 01737 248662, 077 131 04746, 07773 887764
The Armchair Armoury
Small armoury specialising in swords, several periods covered, nice simple designs at very nice low prices. New website, very fast, and with very nice clear pictures.
Unit 13, Block 5, New Albion Ind Est, Halley St, Glasgow, Lanarkshire. G13 4DJ. 0141 951 2262.
Armour Class
For a more general resource spanning armourers of all types from all over the world see the Armourers Ring listed on the Links Page.
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