This full-size medieval helmet is hand-crafted from 18 gauge steel and has high quality brass accents in the shape of a cross.The Sugar Loaf helmet was most commonly used during the late 1200’s. Its pointed top serves to deflect blows by sword or other pummeling apparatus away from the head. It would be considered a great helm to accent any medieval knight costume. The helmet is full sized and wearable for costume or will look great on with any office or home medieval decor.This style (more…)

Add this great chainmail headpiece to  your medieval knight costume.

Chainmail (or chainmaille) armor was the first type of medieval armor developed and was one of the most prized items a warrior could own. Chainmail was commonly worn by knights on the battlefield and was constructed through the interlinking of metal rings to form a mesh barrier of protection against attack. Chainmail provided a number of benefits to those who wore it. In addition to being easy to get in and out of, chainmail provided a high degree of protection while still allow (more…)

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Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear Ye!  Let it be Known By All this Halloween that You are a Noble and Courageous Knight!

Long ago in a land far away there lived gallant men and their ladies fair.  A land of noble knights who lived their lives by a code of chivalry.  A code for which they pledged to fear God and defend the church,  to respect the honor of women,  to live honorably, to fight for the welfare of all, to protect the defenseless and the weak, to keep the faith, never refuse a challenge from an equal and to serve their leige lord in faith and valor.

I’ll bet you wouldn’t have very much trouble envisioning yourself as a strong, courageous, chivalrous knight in a quality and realistic Medieval knight costume.  That is a fantasy that appeals to most all men and boys.  What man wouldn’t want to be thought of as courageous, or knightly by fair ladies of the kingdom?

Imagine how exciting it would be to actually see yourself  dressed in a suit of  medieval armor this Halloween or when attending one of the many Renaissance Faires across the country every year!  Now that’s got to be one of the most memorable once in a lifetime events of your life.

Can’t you just see yourself covered from head to toe in armor?  This very real looking costume comes with a helmet, body armor, pants, shirt, and hood – everything but a sword.  The only thing lacking for charging into battle is your noble steed, but don’t let that stop you.  Knights in armor and on foot could plow right through a battlefield filled with their foes!

Think you might feel a little claustrophobic in a full suit of armor?  Then how about dressing as a noble crusader, defender of the church.  You’ll look so noble in this great costume.  It comes with a tunic that is embellished with a cross on the chest, sleeves with the look of armor, a belt with an attached tabard.  Adding to all that there is a matching hood, and coordinating gauntlets.  Wow, what damsel could resist such a heroic and dashing knight?

Are you looking for a medieval knight costume in a plus size?  Then the Medieval Knight Adult Costume might be for you.  It comes with a red tunic that has an attached navy blue cape,  navy blue pants, a shirt ,gloves and boot tops with the look of chainmail and a belt.  When you walk into that Halloween party all eyes will be on you for you will surely feel as heroic and noble as you look in this great costume.

A special shield to complete your medieval knight costume.

Measuring 24 inches high by 17.5 inches wide, this wonderful testament to medieval warfare is a great conversation piece.  Bound with brass and bearing a symbolic red cross, this kite shield comes ready to be hung in any armory.  Shields come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and were used throughout the centuries for defense.   A shield of this type would have been used by only the wealthiest of knights, due to its brass bindings and ornate decoration.

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What medieval knight costume is complete without a beautiful, shiny sword?

This is the Excalibur sword inspired by the legend of Arthur and his enchanted sword. The blade of the sword is stainless steel unsharpened. The guard is delicately patterned with vines and dragons. The handle ends in a solid steel pommel with two lions in the center and scroll work around the rim.

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Medieval Knight Costume Standard. Includes: Tunic with attached cape, pants, shirt, hood, boot tops, gloves and belt. One size.

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Add this finishing touch to your medieval knight costume.

Throughout the Medieval Ages hand to hand combat was the only way to defeat your enemy. During combat, warriors were particularly vulnerable at the hands and wrists. Gauntlets made from plated steel, kept together with leather and rivets provided knights with the protection they needed to take a blow to the hand and keep on fighting.These HIGH QUALITY replica gauntlets are made of 18 gauge steel plates. The leather lining is made of stitched leather that covers the forearm. This (more…)

Are you looking for more than just a medieval knight costume?  Learn all about real medieval knights, their world and their weaponry and clothing.

1381: The Peel Affinity builds a portrait of a world long lost, using gorgeous photographs filled with carefully researched and reconstructed clothing, tools, armor, furnishings, and other items, all based closely on surviving artifacts, manuscript illustrations, and paintings. The text draws extensive details from historical accounts, records, chronicles, and literature, as well as modern historical and archaeological research. All this potentially dull and dusty detail is brou (more…)

Learn the lost art of chivalry to go along with  your medieval knight costume.

The Middle Ages, with its crude reality and mystery, often enveloped in an air of religious and occasionally even mythical or fantastic mysticism, has always been one of the preferred themes of historians and history lovers in general. Since the end of the Roman Empire, with its manipulative tactics in which the infantry was the deciding factor in battles, the cavalry became the main player on the battlefields all over Europe, replacing other forms of weaponry and becoming impor (more…)

Defend the castle in this medieval knight costume! This Item Includes Tunic, Cape lined with Satin, Cowl, Belt

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The first half of the old poem entitled, “What Are Boys Made Of,” goes like this: “ What are little boys made of? Snips and snails, and puppy dogs tails, that’s what little boys are made of.” Well, I’m not quite sure what all that means, but one thing I do know is that little boys are made to be tough. They love to fight imaginary “bad guys,” and they love to win. God made them that way so as to be the protectors of their family when they become men.
Knight costumes for kids come in several different styles from Sir Lancelot to a warrior king. Your child knight costume sizes range from infant to size 12. Your child is sure to find the perfect costume to create a very memorable and special Halloween night.
You know one of the great things about purchasing a quality medieval knight costume for  Halloween is that it can be worn anytime your child feels like taking on the evil Black Knight or slaying a killer fire breathing dragon. Your child will be ready to save the day and in the process feel like a true hero in the eyes of all those who live in the entire kingdom, especially the good King.

So, it’s not hard to imagine how much they would love to transport themselves back in time into the Middle Ages as a courageous and noble knight for Halloween. So, if you are looking for a child’s medieval knight costume, you’ve come to the right place. Accessories are also available to complete your child’s vision of a brave and fearless knight. We have swords, shields, and armor available as well.

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Thiscostume fits  sizes 6/8 years.

Your knight in shining armour can come to the rescue in our Deluxe Medieval Knight costume. This three piece set is made of quality fabric and sewing construction.

Metallic foil silver hood with ribbon tie closure at neckline. Soft textured velour smock with attached metallic foil sleeves. Standup collar and velcro back closure at neck. Soft textured velour pants with elastic waistband for adjustable fit. Silver metallic ribbon trim on smock an (more…)

Give your little Knight of the Round Table a special medieval knight costume this year. Long sleeve top features chainmaille accents, dragon emblem and fleur de lis accents. Top it off with the chainmaille look hood. (Pants not included.)

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Medieval knights were professional soldiers of the twelfth through the fourteenth centuries, also known as the late middle ages. Knights were usually born of nobility and were kings, princes, dukes, earls, and barons.

These young boys of nobility would begin their training as a page at around the age of 6 or 7 years.  They would receive a well rounded education which included learning to read and write, music instruction, how to care for armor and horses and the proper manners of court life.

At around the age of fourteen the young page would become known as a squire, or knight in training, for a period of seven years.  He would become a personal assistant to a knight learning all aspects of warfare as he began his entry into knighthood.

Upon the completion of his training a celebration was held with feasting and discussion of chivalry, honor, religion and courage.  During this time the young squire would swear allegiance to God and to his lord.  At the conclusion of the celebration, the young man would be knighted by the king with the tap of a sword blade on both shoulders.

The medieval knight’s code of chivalry is similar to the code that American military officers pledge as officers and gentlemen. Medieval knights were respected for their commitment to loyalty, honor, courage, and duty. They were the saviors of ladies in distress, the protectors of the innocent and defenders of the church.

In the mid-14th century, at the height of their power, knights were the medieval equivalent of modern day battle tanks. Protected by heavy armor from head to toe (with a very thickly padded garment underneath to prevent chaffing) and armed with sword and shield knights were a formidable force. They could plow through hordes of their enemies whether on foot or on horseback.

Jousting tournaments were not only a form of entertainment, but mimicked the warfare of the times.  The joust involved the knights performing various feats on horseback, armed with lances.  Knights could gain glory fighting in battle but also by participating in and winning tournaments with much less risk to their lives.

Perhaps the lives of chivalrous knights and their maidens fair have been romanticized throughout the ages, but in my opinion, our modern day world could use a lot more of the knightly traits of chivalry, loyalty, honor, courage, respect and duty.  Perhaps that’s why a medieval knight costume is a classic favorite on Halloween.

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