{"product_id":"spear-type-2","title":"Winged Spear - Type I (9th–12th Century)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eThis reconstruction represents a classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eType I spearhead\u003c\/strong\u003e, widely used across continental Europe during the 9th–10th centuries. Spears of this type are among the most recognizable weapons of the Early Middle Ages, combining advanced craftsmanship with exceptional battlefield versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eCharacterized by its distinctive\u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"441\"\u003e blade\u003c\/strong\u003e and functional \u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"473\"\u003ewings (lugs)\u003c\/strong\u003e at the base, this spear reflects a weapon form associated with elite warriors and high-status military equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ng88w5\" data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bssfwf\" data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eMaximum width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"122ypqb\" data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 530 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1f1lrmc\" data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eTypology and Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eAccording to modern research, this spear belongs to \u003cstrong data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eType I\u003c\/strong\u003e, defined by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fl98dl\" data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eEdges forming an angle typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"927\"\u003egreater than 16°\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a broad and powerful tip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k76eon\" data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eA relatively \u003cstrong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003ewide blade profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhancing cutting capability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eThe width of 6.5 cm places this piece among the broader examples of its type, emphasizing its cutting potential while maintaining good balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mbz82n\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eWings (Lugs) – Function and Advantage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eA defining feature of this spear is the presence of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003ewings\u003c\/strong\u003e, which significantly expand its functionality:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wi6cpm\" data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eActing as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003estopper\u003c\/strong\u003e, preventing over-penetration into a target\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o1xedi\" data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eProviding a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003ehooking capability\u003c\/strong\u003e, useful for controlling an opponent or pulling shields\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lvekk3\" data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eFunctioning similarly to a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003ecrossguard\u003c\/strong\u003e, increasing safety and control in combat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eThese elements make the weapon especially effective in close combat situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1dxfmfg\" data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eFunction and Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eUnlike narrower Type II spearheads, this Type I form was designed as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003ecut-and-thrust weapon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thanks to its proportions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"myu7dl\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eIt is capable of delivering \u003cstrong data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003epowerful chopping blows\u003c\/strong\u003e, similar to later polearms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p5fk5n\" data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eIt remains effective for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003ethrusting attacks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b4hjf7\" data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eIt could be used in both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eone-handed and two-handed techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on shaft length and combat style\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eSuch spears were particularly valued in infantry formations but were also suitable for use against both infantry and cavalry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1knzuat\" data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003eType I spearheads are strongly associated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003econtinental (especially Carolingian) production traditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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