15th to 17th Century German War Flails
In chronological order from top.
All of them are preserved in the German Historic Museum Berlin, except for the 15th c. detached head illustrated in color, which is in a private collection and the fore end stabilizing ring and central spike of which are both missing now.
Please note the Gothic roped decoration on the reinforcing bands of the 15th c. items.
Best,
Michael
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