Sköll reenactment

Sköll reenactment Viking reenactment 🛖
Gotland in 975-1025 A.D. The merchant, his es**rt and craftsmen with their families. Based in Czech Republic🇨🇿

Jsme prostí lidé, statkáři, farmáři, pastevci, rybáři. Naše uskupení představuje muže a jejich rodiny žijící v době povolání na leiðangr, kdy táhnul náš milovaný Óláfr Skautkonungr proti Óláfu Tryggvasonovi a na hlavu jej porazil v bitvě u Svolderu. Již před válkou přišel do naší země nový Bůh a ten je tak mocný, že mu sami králové staví kamenné kostely a nechávají se křtít.

18/01/2026

FULL TUTORIAL BELOW! 👇

I used a pine wood core from Ratatosk Craft (6mm center tapering to 2mm edge). The facing is 0.7mm tanned leather, milled at the tannery for maximum softness to prevent folds. Since a single piece wasn’t enough for the inner side, I stitched it. I applied the facing using hide glue (approx. 100g glue / 170g water). For the rim, I used strips of the same leather but increased the glue density (1:1) to prevent running.
The boss comes from . I fitted a 2.5cm beech handle with strap pins. I admit a modern concession here: instead of chiseling channels for the pins, I used an angle grinder for efficiency. Assembly relies solely on rivets over 1mm iron washers—no glue. The boss is centered over the 11cm hole by feel and visual alignment with the rivet line.
The video ends with sealing—a crucial step to prevent pigment absorption and humidity damage. I used a mixture of whole eggs and linseed oil (1:1), diluted with turpentine. I applied two coats to the front and one to the back. Thanks to for the recipe consultation!

Specs: 90cm diameter, 3.4kg total weight.

03/01/2026

In the Viking Age, a chest wasn’t just furniture.
We know locking mechanisms were widespread thanks to thousands of keys found from this period. The famous Mästermyr chest revealed a craftsman’s livelihood—valuable tools. In contrast, the chest found in the harbor of Haithabu (Hedeby) tells a darker story: found with a smashed lock and thrown into the water, likely by thieves covering their tracks after looting its treasures.
This security risk brings us to the famous Oseberg chest. Its extensive ironwork and riveting suggest a dual purpose. While the heavy banding certainly reinforced the structure against breaking, the elaborate design was likely just as much about aesthetics—turning a functional container into a display of high status.
mastermyr vikingchest woodworking ironwork archaeology craftsmanship medievalhistory

The sword was a sidearm. The spear was the primary engine of war. ⚔️In historical combat, spears weren’t just for thrust...
27/12/2025

The sword was a sidearm. The spear was the primary engine of war. ⚔️
In historical combat, spears weren’t just for thrusting, they were often thrown to break the enemy’s formation. But how do you train this safely today?
The Solution: Rubber Tips.
We utilize flexible, rubber-tipped spears to simulate the full tactical spectrum:
1: Throwing the spear to disrupt the opponent.
2:Instantly drawing the sword (or axe) while closing the distance.

Without rubber tips, reenactors are forced to hold onto their spears. With them, we can train the critical split-second transition from projectile to melee to achieve massive tempo.

BACK ON THE MARCHOne year later, same woods, same hills.This time again as an all-male crew.Along the way, we shot a few...
17/11/2025

BACK ON THE MARCH
One year later, same woods, same hills.
This time again as an all-male crew.

Along the way, we shot a few teaser photos for a small surprise we’re preparing for next year. Something we’re genuinely excited about — and these woods were the perfect place to hint at it. 👀

📸Martin Števko

Wikinger Tage in MAMUZA weekend of rain, wool, and steel at Viking Days in Austria.This time, we came as an small male c...
10/11/2025

Wikinger Tage in MAMUZ

A weekend of rain, wool, and steel at Viking Days in Austria.
This time, we came as an small male crew, so we focused on weapons, warfare, and display sharp replicas from the Viking Age.
And, of course, on the most traditional male love of all - food.

We met a photographer Elmu Achtundsechzig by pure luck — and he captured it all perfectly.
Big thanks to him and to the museum for keeping history alive.

06/10/2025

Dissen. A gentle ending to the season. Tools, wool, laughter, and golden leaves. Every year it feels like time slows down here — and we wish it would stay that way.

Thank you very much for inviting, Erik!

We could have been part of it! Thanks to the organizers for the great idea of the re-enacted Haithabu and for the nice p...
22/07/2025

We could have been part of it! Thanks to the organizers for the great idea of the re-enacted Haithabu and for the nice photos!

Back from Ribe, back from Haithabu Also known as “how to spend all your money on things you absolutely need.”As always, ...
15/07/2025

Back from Ribe, back from Haithabu

Also known as “how to spend all your money on things you absolutely need.”
As always, it was a pleasure – familiar faces, dear friends, a beautiful museum, delicious food… and an impressive selection of high-quality, handcrafted goods from talented craftsmen.
Haithabu has been part of our summer rhythm for years. We’ll see what next year has in store – plans may shift a little.

PS: Special thanks to the French delegation for the cheese supplies. Absolute perfection. And still not enough. 🧀🇫🇷🤣

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