Tod Cutler – Brass Mace Head 3 – 12th to 14th Century Medieval Europe / Scandinavia
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Overall Length
- 2 1/4''
- Brand
- Tod Cutler
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
Tod Cutler - Brass Mace Head 3 - 12th to 14th Century Medieval Europe / Scandinavia
This multi-pronged mace head is cast entirely from solid brass and has an internal hollow socket which allows it to be mounted onto your own wooden haft. Pre-drilled holes in the side of the brass head accommodate rivets or pins to assist in securing the mace head onto a haft (this mounting hardware is not included). From Tod Cutler of the UK.
This many-pronged mace head design is dated to the 12th to 14th centuries in Europe, particularly Scandinavia.
Please Note: We do sell short, hardwood Ash poles which can be used to make a haft for this mace. They do not fit the socket automatically and will require some tapering and shaping of the haft to get a good fit. These ash poles can be found with a thumbnail link in the ''also available'' section of this page.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Tod Cutler
- Era
- Medieval
- Overall Length
- 2 1/4''
- Width
- 2 3/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Socket
- 1''
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is this mace head made of? Common Question
It is cast entirely from solid brass, giving it a heavy, dense head with the golden luster typical of that metal. The casting shows the hand-finished texture and tool marks you'd expect from small-batch work, rather than a machine-polished look.
Q Does it come with a haft, or do I need to build one? Common Question
The head ships on its own; you provide and fit your own wooden haft. It has an internal hollow socket for mounting, plus pre-drilled holes in the side for rivets or pins to lock the head in place once it's on the haft.
Q Can I use one of your ash poles with this head? Common Question
Ash poles are sold separately and can work with this head, but they won't drop straight into the socket. You'll need to taper and shape the end of the pole yourself to get a snug, secure fit before pinning it.
Q What period and region is this design based on? Common Question
This many-pronged head style is dated to the 12th through 14th centuries, associated with medieval Europe and particularly Scandinavia. It reflects the flanged, multi-spiked mace heads used in that era for close-quarters battlefield use.
Q What are the dimensions of the head and socket? Common Question
The head measures 2 3/8'' across at its widest point, with an overall length of 2 1/4'' and a 1'' socket opening to accept the haft. This is a compact head sized for a hand-swung mace rather than a longer polearm-style weapon.
Q Is this suitable for functional or reenactment use? Common Question
It's classed as Battle Ready, meaning the solid brass casting is built for functional handling rather than display alone. As with any mace head, its striking work comes from concentrated mass rather than an edge, so once properly hafted and pinned it's built for the blunt-impact role a mace head is meant for.
Q How do I care for the brass head over time? Common Question
Brass won't rust the way steel does, but it can tarnish and darken in the recesses over time, which is part of its natural patina. Wipe it down after handling to remove oils and moisture, and store it dry; a light coat of oil or wax on the surface will help slow tarnishing if you want to keep the brighter finish.
Q How is the head secured to the haft? Common Question
Once the haft is shaped to fit the internal socket, you drive rivets or pins through the pre-drilled holes in the side of the head and through the wood to lock it in place. Mounting hardware isn't included, so you'll need to source your own rivets or pins for this step.
The Maker
Tod Cutler
Tod Cutler, based in the UK, provides a wide range of handmade medieval reproduction goods of excellent quality at exceptional prices. They look right, because they are right.
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