While seemingly odd and dangerous to our modern sensibilities, wearing the dagger less the sheath, and thrust directly into the belt seemed to be a common practice during the 14th Century, as is noted by several works depicting such.
This may have been done as a show of force (aka intimidation), to make the weapon more accessible in the presence of less-than-trustworthy folk, or simply as a martial fashion symbol.
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The 14th Century was a dangerous time, so it paid for every traveler to be well-armed.
Germany ; Latter half of the 14th Century. "Now, mea culpa, Lord! I me repente!" - Geoffrey Chaucer, "Troilus and Criseyde"
England ; Latter half of the 14th Century. Photo courtesy AWL Gallery. Demonstrating an over-the-shoulder technique with the sword and buckler, as can be seen in some Medieval manuscripts.
England ; Latter half of the 14th Century. Photo courtesy AWL Gallery. |
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