15th Century Rondel Dagger – Deepeeka
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- C60 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 14 1/4''
- Weight
- 8.6 oz
- Brand
- Deepeeka
Overview
15th Century Rondel Dagger - Deepeeka
This Rondel Dagger is reproduced from an original example which is kept within the collection of the Royal Armouries. An English Rondel dagger, it is dated to the 15th century and is the type of Rondel one might expect to see on a man-at-arms or a knight in the Hundred Years War.
This reproduction comes from Deepeekas Primus line of products which places heightened emphasis on historical details and dimensions as well as a higher level of fit and finish. The dagger has a quadrangular blade of high carbon steel which is sturdily mounted into a hilt of carved and polished hardwood. The guard plate is cast from brass and the pommel plate is crafted from steel and triple riveted into position. Included is a durable sheath of thick leather with stitched construction and an integrated belt loop.
A popular dagger, particularly for the realm of war, the Rondel dagger is essentially a spike mounted to a hilt. Many medieval warriors trained to use such daggers in conjunction with grappling techniques and many fights ended with with one warrior successfully grappling his foe into an indefensible position and then driving a dagger into an ill-defended spot on his armor.
The tough spike of the Rondel is ideal for this purpose because the durable spike can find purchase in the armored harness of the foe and then be used as a lever to deform or pull apart armored plates to allow for the final strike to be driven home. Unlike a thinner dagger, the thick spike of the rondel dagger was less likely to break under such pressure. The rondels which surmount the grip neatly couch a gauntlet-clad fist to give it something to push against for greater penetrative power. The wide pommel rondel on this example is a perfect handle to be grabbed with an off-hand so it can be torqued to use the blade as a lever - or it makes a fine striking point for a fist to hammer the dagger past chain and gambeson alike! An attractive and utilitarian design, the Rondel was a common sidearm for the Medieval man at arms.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Overall Length
- 14 1/4''
- Blade Length
- 8 5/8''
- Blade
- C60 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 8.6 oz
- Edge
- Unsharpened
- P.O.B.
- 0''
- Thickness
- 9.3 mm - 7 mm
- Width
- 14.3 mm
- Grip Length
- 3 7/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
- Type
- Rondel Dagger
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is this dagger and what is it based on? Common Question
This is a reproduction of a 15th century English rondel dagger, based on an original piece held in the Royal Armouries collection. It represents the type of sidearm a man-at-arms or knight would have carried during the Hundred Years War, built as part of Deepeeka's Primus line with extra attention to historical proportions and fit and finish.
Q What is the blade made of and how sturdy is the construction? Common Question
The blade is C60 high carbon steel, 8 5/8 inches long and quadrangular (spike-shaped) rather than flat-ground, which is what gives a rondel dagger its stiffness for driving between armor plates. It's mounted into a hardwood hilt with a cast brass guard plate and a steel pommel plate that's triple riveted in place, making for a solid, durable assembly.
Q Is the edge sharp? Can I use it for cutting? Common Question
No, this dagger ships unsharpened. The rondel's design is built around its stiff spike-point for thrusting and prying rather than a cutting edge. Its a design optimized for piercing and thrusting.
Q What are the grip and guard made of? Common Question
The grip is carved and polished hardwood. The guard plate is cast brass, and the pommel plate is steel, triple riveted onto the hilt for a secure fit.
Q What does the sheath look like and what is it made of? Common Question
It comes with a thick leather sheath, stitched along its length and tapering to a point, with an integrated belt loop. The photographs show a wrapped leather strap at the throat secured with a leather lace tie.
Q How do I care for this dagger? Common Question
Wipe down the high carbon steel blade after handling and apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust, since C60 steel will corrode if left damp. The leather sheath traps moisture, so it's better to store the blade separately from the sheath long-term rather than leaving it sheathed between uses, and keep the hardwood hilt away from excess humidity.
Q What was this type of dagger actually used for historically? Common Question
The rondel dagger was a close-combat sidearm, often paired with grappling techniques; a fighter would work an opponent into a vulnerable position and then use the stiff spike to find gaps or lever apart armor plates. The wide pommel disc gave the off-hand something to grip and torque for leverage, or to hammer the blade through chain and padded armor beneath it.
Q Who is this dagger best suited for? Common Question
This piece suits collectors, reenactors, and anyone studying 15th century arms who wants a historically proportioned rondel dagger with carved hardwood furniture and riveted steel fittings. Since it ships unsharpened, it fits display and handling use rather than cutting practice.
The Maker
Deepeeka
Deepeeka creates an astonishing variety of replica weapons, armor, and re-enactment accessories that range from Classical Antiquity to the 20th Century. Deepeeka has been crafting replicas since the 1980s and their products are essential gear for many re-enactment groups. Many swords, daggers and other weapons made by Deepeeka are durably crafted and budget-friendly offerings. The steel is good and well-tempered and their leathercraft and woodworking are of excellent quality. Deepeeka’s products are handcrafted and (in the case of blades, hand-hammered) are a good deal for those who want a quality item at a good price.
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Often paired together
Rondel Pretty, nice show piece, especially when demonstrated against maille… The sheath and holder on the other hand, leaves much to be desired. Pommel weighty, so it hangs pommel-down. It always falls out of the sheath unless tied in.