Armor and Weapons
Historical
Descriptions of various sword styles used throughout medieval Europe.
Defensive Weapons of the Japanese Samurai
An article describing different types of defensive weapons of the Samuria, not just the sword. Weapons include the Tessen, the Jute, and the Kansashi amongst others.
An Analysis of Over 1300 Effigies
Armor from 1300-1450 bassed off of assorted effigies. Submitted by Brann
A site with images of extant Viking/Saxon helmets, as well as some line drawings of them. In Russian. Submitted by Brann.
Maille
Article and charts on link size of maille armor in the Dark Ages. Submitted by Brann
Padded Armor
The Jack of the War of the Roses
A paper on the Jack (a form of gambeson) in the later part of the 15th century. Opens in PDF. Submitted by Brann
SCA Combat
Construction techniques and advice on creating a working shieldpress. Submitted by Brann