Through the rigors of a higher dedication, Craftsmen labored strenuously over the heat of a forge creating things to expedite the dreams of courageous men. Helping them grasp their goals, and protect their freedoms, yet, unfortunately, the limelight only goes to those craftsmen that chose to walk the path of weaponry. Necessary as they are yes, but we lose sight of those who deserve an equal admiration. Those that poured their life and soul into the creation of armor, and tools of protection.
How can it be that those that bolster our defense have fallen out of glory? Who is it that decided tools of death deserve a higher place of honor than tools of preservation? It could be said that with the inclusion of firepower and projectile weaponry, armor became obsolete. Then again, did Kevlar and other forms of bulletproof gear not rise to the occasion? Even now we see the purchase of "old world" weaponry in masses. Sword collectors and warriors alike continue to respect the art of weaponry. Why have they forgotten armor? It was a source of honor and pride not long ago, displaying handsome filigree and splendor, and often a symbol of one's family or lord.
I feel that this craft deserves to rise yet again, feel the honor it once did. An appreciation should again be felt for hand crafted armors, created with care and skill. A fighter is incomplete without his full apparel. How can once face a sword without the mail to stop a killing blow, or defend against treacherous hammering strikes without a proper helm to guard himself?
Fighters aside, collectors, too have begun to neglect this imperative aspect of war. Leaving their collections sadly lacking, and not giving a full view of our history of war. The collection of weapons solely could be likened to buying a hat with no brim, a car with no wheels, or a house with no walls. Collectors are missing out on the full view, leaving part of our history behind in favor of more popular options.
One would hope that those dedicated to the art of war, now or then, to proudly don not only the weaponry necessary, but the protection necessary as well. Pride should be taken in one's full regalia, not simply in the tool used to finish a fight, but in the tools that allow you to survive a fight as well. As well should the Collector, fleshing out his collection to show the full story. - 31373
How can it be that those that bolster our defense have fallen out of glory? Who is it that decided tools of death deserve a higher place of honor than tools of preservation? It could be said that with the inclusion of firepower and projectile weaponry, armor became obsolete. Then again, did Kevlar and other forms of bulletproof gear not rise to the occasion? Even now we see the purchase of "old world" weaponry in masses. Sword collectors and warriors alike continue to respect the art of weaponry. Why have they forgotten armor? It was a source of honor and pride not long ago, displaying handsome filigree and splendor, and often a symbol of one's family or lord.
I feel that this craft deserves to rise yet again, feel the honor it once did. An appreciation should again be felt for hand crafted armors, created with care and skill. A fighter is incomplete without his full apparel. How can once face a sword without the mail to stop a killing blow, or defend against treacherous hammering strikes without a proper helm to guard himself?
Fighters aside, collectors, too have begun to neglect this imperative aspect of war. Leaving their collections sadly lacking, and not giving a full view of our history of war. The collection of weapons solely could be likened to buying a hat with no brim, a car with no wheels, or a house with no walls. Collectors are missing out on the full view, leaving part of our history behind in favor of more popular options.
One would hope that those dedicated to the art of war, now or then, to proudly don not only the weaponry necessary, but the protection necessary as well. Pride should be taken in one's full regalia, not simply in the tool used to finish a fight, but in the tools that allow you to survive a fight as well. As well should the Collector, fleshing out his collection to show the full story. - 31373
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