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Medieval Weapons - Medieval Armor - Medieval Helmets
Tuesday, March 25
 With Spring officially arriving, the weather will eventually warm up and the ice will melt away, paving the way for summertime fun! Parents often email or phone us up asking whether or not we have something that's safe for young children to play with. I think we all know that real swords, whether they be display class or not, shouldn't be in the hands of kids for playtime. But we indeed have an answer with our Swords for Kids!
All of our kid-tested blades are (L)ive (A)ction (R)ole (P)laying swords and weapons. Equipped with fiberglass cores covered with foam and then latex, our LARP swords, maces, and battle axes are made to stand up to all of the epic imaginary battles children can muster. In addition, the foam and latex covering of these weapons make them far and away safer than any metal bladed weapon, allowing kids to play with a lowered risk of injury when used properly.
For the parent looking to give their kids a great way to work off steam and an attractive option for playing outdoors, our Swords for Kids are a great choice! We offer a wide range of types, from our Kids Latex 300 Sword to the Latex Barbarian Axe, so your child can specialize in their childhood battles. Surprise your child with a LARP sword from Replica Dungeon today!
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Monday, March 24
 Where can you find an exceptional lineup of great looking Replica Guns? Right here at Replica Dungeon of course! We feature beautiful reproductions of real life western legends that are highly detailed and great for personal collections, stage props, or cinematic productions. In addition, we also offer WW2 Weapons, that are exquisitely crafted.
Western Pistols are by far the most popular Replica Gun genre, nearly equaling swords on our site. These metal replicas are perfect for gun collectors or those who just don't have quite enough room for a sword, but want to have some sort of weaponry on display. None of them can be made to fire anything, so our replicas are the perfect answer if you're concerned about safety. In addition, we offer stands, holsters, and replica bullets to complete your collection. So what are you waiting for? Get your collection started today!
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Thursday, March 20
 After a very long absence, we're happy to announce that the official Lord of the Rings War Helm of the Witchking back in stock! This special edition helmet from United Cutlery, is a limited release of 3000 helmets and is an authentically detailed reproduction of the helmet worn by the fearsome Witchking of Angmar. Probably one of the coolest evildoers in the film, the Witchking was brought down by Eowyn during the Siege of Minas Tirith with a little help from Merry. The War Helm of the Witchking is definitely one of the most impressive helmets to come from the LOTR series; it's massive! Even so, the helmet is scaled enough to fit a normal head with ease and includes a leather lining and black hood. Since these impressive helmets are a limited edition, we're not quite sure how long they will stick around in our Lord of the Rings Swords section. It's another one of the many official LOTR swords and accessories that we're seeing re-emerge from the cauldron of United Cutlery. Keep watching Replica Dungeon for updates, maybe that item you missed before United's bankruptcy will re-appear! Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Monday, March 17
 Replica swords have a place in many different arenas from home sword collections, to full blown theatrical productions, to full contact battle contests. We cater to all sorts of replica blade needs, but I want to shine the spotlight on one of the more popular medieval swords used in re-enactments or theater; the CAS Hanwei Practical Single Hand Sword. CAS Hanwei is well known for their incredible quality blades and this great sword shows it. Made especially for stage combat or re-enactments, this single hand sword is crafted in 1065 high carbon steel and hardened so that it can withstand clashing with other swords. Swords can never really be considered truly safe, but Hanwei built this sword to incorporate safety features such as no edge and a rounded point to fit the needs of most theatrical productions while allowing for as much realism as possible. Another fantastic feature is its scabbard; it's made to be a blank canvas for any production or re-enactment society to be able to add any artistic touches that may be required. This is truly a fantastic Medieval sword that's perfect for any production or collection! You can get them all here at Replica Dungeon. Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Thursday, March 13
 Fantasy Daggers come in all sorts of styles, from the more conventional to the fantastic...some even make you wonder how one's hand would survive while using it. Today, I want to spotlight a more conventional fantasy dagger from one of the world's best designers, Gil Hibben and the Immortal - 2007 Gold Edition. Gil Hibben is very well known and respected around the knife community; he's been creating knives for more than half a century. He doesn't just stick with fantasy knives and daggers, he also creates functional hunting and military grade knives as well as cinematic props and replicas earning him recognition throughout the industry. Marking Gil's 50th Career Anniversary, the Gold Plated Immortal 2007 Edition is a beautifully designed fantasy dagger that measures 24" overall. 18K gold plating covers the handle on this 420 stainless steel fantasy blade. Only 1500 of these exquisite blades are in existence and we managed to get our hands on 3 more. Each one is numbered and includes a certificate of authenticity signed by Gil himself. These are really great looking blades and pretty much a must-have for any collection. If you want to get a piece of history, snatch one today before they disappear for good! Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Monday, March 10
Ok, so 10,000 B.C. wasn't all that great, but we can take heart in knowing that the Hollywood treadmill still turns and that sooner or later we'll end up with another fantastic movie like 300! Things weren't looking good when nearly every well-known review source savaged the film, but when my colleague, the "Dungeon Master" himself, went to see it, he confirmed that it was disappointing. Before we get a question about whether or not we'll have an officially licensed 10,000 B.C. stick (okay, call it a spear), let's just say that if some decent movie props do emerge from the movie, we'll do what we can to get them.
In the meantime, while we're all waiting for the next blockbuster with great weaponry, have you noticed that a great number of our United Cutlery Lord of the Rings Swords are now back? Yep, in bits and pieces, more and more things are coming back in stock following United's reorganization. We're not quite sure just how many of their models from a few years ago will return, but things aren't looking bad right now. The best part is that the blades re-emerging now look fantastic and, by all accounts, seem to have an even higher level of quality than was seen with the blades from a few years ago., don't forget to check them out! Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Friday, March 7
 Been looking for a decent Samurai sword to start your collection? Replica Dungeon's got the perfect answer for you; one of our Oda Nobunaga Samurai Swords! The Oda, as I call it for short, is our cheapest Samurai Sword on sale at $24.99, but it's got a little secret....it's really a nice blade! Measuring 40", with a 28" 440 stainless steel blade, the Oda Nobunaga is a beautiful way to start of your collection. The blackened blade is sleek and has a sharpened edge while the guard has a raised depiction of a warrior on horseback and engraved Oriental characters. The grip is nearly 12" long and is wrapped in simulated leather with two golden accents under the wrap on each side. The scabbard is aluminum painted in a hard black lacquer accented with a cloth tie. I rather like this sword and can be spotted running around the office with it frequently, ha ha. It's feels great in your hand and seems to be just about the right size. If your budget is tight, the Oda Nobunaga Samurai Sword is an excellent way to start your collection with minimal impact on your pocketbook. Add a stand, and you have a great display to complement your living room! These blades are going fast at such a cheap price, so get yours today only at Replica Dungeon! Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Thursday, March 6
 Late in February, I talked about some of the varieties found in fantasy swords. Today, I want to focus on a couple great Kit Rae fantasy blades that are fan favorites, one of which we just received a fresh shipment of. For those of you unfamiliar with Kit Rae, he's one of the most famous fantasy and collectible weapons designers in the world. His works have appeared in countless movies and television shows such as "Spider Man 2", "X-Files", and many others. He's also overseen a multitude of licensed replica weapons for movies such as the LOTR series, "Hellboy", and "Total Recall", to name a few. He's basically the foundation from which the entire fantasy weapon market grew and is best known for his Swords of the Ancients series, which spawned art prints and stories. We feature a number of Kit Rae's Swords of the Ancients, and I'd like to highlight one exceptional fantasy sword that we just received a fresh shipment of today...the Limited Edition Kilgorin - Sword of Darkness. There are only 1500 of these around and we have 40 of them; they will no doubt go very fast! This beautiful blade has a mostly black finish with gold plate highlights and it measures 34 1/2"; it even comes with an authentic Kit Rae print. For any serious fantasy collector, this blade is an absolute must-have! Another Kit Rae blade we've gotten a hold of is the Exotath. With this sword, we've been fortunate to receive a bunch of the autographed 1st production run fantasy blades. This is yet another beautiful piece of work from Kit Rae that any collector would crave. There's no better time to start a fantasy sword collection than now and you can't go wrong with a Kit Rae! Grab one of our limited editions before they're gone forever, visit website! Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Tuesday, March 4
 Throughout the ages, battle helmets have always been an integral part of any infantry combat package. From the highly stylized ceremonial affairs to the basic metal pot, helmets have generally served to either foment fear, protect the head, or to denote status. In modern times, helmets have evolved into utilitarian wonders capable of stopping many types of bullets and shrapnel, but in the ancient world fearsome styling was prevalent along with basic protection. I'm no historian and much of this is simple observations, but when you look at helmets from the past, you can easily see where the thinking was on design. Perhaps the most recognizable helmet to most folks is the Medieval Knight Helmet. Seen in countless movies and artwork, these helmets offered a lot of protection, but at the expense of vision and mobility. There are a myriad of variations on the Knight's Helmet design, but most tend to stay in the full coverage, limited vision area, making their era pretty easy to identify. The Greek and Roman helmets went the lighter, more mobile route and tended to allow for a little easier breathing and ventilation as many of the soldiers were on foot and needed speed. Perhaps one of the more recognizable features of these types of helmets are the strip that protects the nose. Another common feature is a channel that reveals the mouth...I picture this as a means of giving ample access to air as well as a perfect way for a soldier to reveal a fear-creating scowl as he hurtles into an enemy horde. A couple perfect examples of these types of helmets were shown off in the recent movie 300. In that movie, the Spartan Helmet was prominent as was the beautifully regal King Leonidas Helmet. Whatever the type of ancient helmet, most had few of the comforts we have in helmets today such as suspension systems or additional padding. I can imagine that most were great at creating concussions and ringing ears....but on the other hand, having a sword cleave your skull was an alternative that most warriors wouldn't want to experience.Click here to check out our warrior helmets. Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
Monday, March 3
 We are often asked about our replica firearms and whether or not they are real, plastic, or otherwise, plus whether or not they are safe. We're happy to say that all of our replica firearms are indeed metal and, for the most part, work and feel like their real counterparts....except for the firing part. None of our replica guns can be made to fire, so they make a safe alternative for any sort of display piece. Now what about safety? Safety is a relative thing when it comes to any replica weapon. While none of our replica guns can fire anything, they are still metal and therefore have a bit of weight to them, plus they look exactly like the real thing. We always urge everyone to treat weapons, replica or otherwise, as such and not to use them in a way that makes the nightly news. Can you get one? Yes, you can! Of course, that's a loaded answer because in some parts of the country and in Canada, there are restrictions on what types you can get...yes, even for "fake" guns! Some places even require that replica firearms be shipped with a display frame. It's always important to be aware of your local laws so that you can purchase with confidence. Once you have finally decided, be sure to check the latest additions of replica firearms in this website. Your source for: Swords - Armor - Movie Props
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