Core with Foam

The perfect base from which to start making your very own weapons!

This Epic Armoury Foam on Glassfiber Core is one of our DIY products used to create your own Live Action Role Playing weapon, while still benefiting from the safety of an Epic Armoury blade. The 10mm Ø glass-fibre core is 85 cm long and is strong, flexible and fitted with our Kevlar Tip protection to prevent potential accidents. A 68cm long foam block is securely fastened around the core, leaving a 17 cm gap at the end of the core for the handle. The block is 6 cm across and 2.5 cm tall, and is made from closed-celled foam that feels soft, light and durable.

Directions for use:

There are multiple methods to create your own LARP weapon, but this is one basic way that we can suggest! Carefully carve the foam block into your desired weapon shape using a knife or sandpaper. Remember to leave a safe amount of foam around the core in order to preserve its safety! When the shape you desire is achieved, clean (and dry!) and dip the weapon into latex. Allow the latex to dry between layers for a smooth, protective surface.

Coat your latex equipment with a thin layer of silicone to prevent the surface from drying out, and to prolong the lifespan of your weapon. Always check your weapon for damage before and after each use. Wrap the handle with leather or cloth for a finished look.

This Epic Armoury Hard Foam is one of our DIY products used to create your own Live Action Role Playing weapons, shields, or armour. This particular 3x500x1000mm sheet is dense and harder to bend, making it perfect for fine details on top of our softer foam. This product is made from closed-celled foam that does not tear, feels light and durable, and has great memory after being molded.

Directions for use:

There are multiple methods to creating a LARP weapon, but here are the basics when using our hard Epic Foam! Carve and heat the foam into your desired shape. Attach it to our softer foam or use it as detail pieces on costuming or armour. Remember to leave a safe amount of foam around the core of a weapon in order to preserve its safety. When the shape you desire is achieved, dip the weapon into latex and allow to dry between layers for a smooth, protective surface.

Coat your latex equipment with a thin layer of silicone to prevent the surface from drying out, and to prolong the lifespan of your weapon. Always check your weapon for damage before and after each use. Wrap the handle with leather or cloth for a finished look.

Epic Foam Hard = density is ± 90 to 95 kg/m3
Epic Foam Soft = density is 60 kg/m3

This Epic Armoury Soft Foam is one of our DIY products used to create your own Live Action Role Playing weapons, shields, or armour. This particular 10x500x1000mm sheet is soft and easy to work with, making it perfect for blades and handles. This product is made from closed-celled foam that does not tear, feels light and durable, and has great memory after being molded.

Directions for use:

There are multiple methods to creating a LARP weapon, but here are the basics when using our soft Epic Foam! Carve and heat the foam into your desired shape around its core. Remember to leave a safe amount of foam around the weapon core in order to preserve its safety. When the shape you desire is achieved, dip the weapon into latex and allow to dry between layers for a smooth, protective surface.

Coat your latex equipment with a thin layer of silicone to prevent the surface from drying out, and to prolong the lifespan of your weapon. Always check your weapon for damage before and after each use. Wrap the handle with leather or cloth for a finished look.

Epic Foam Hard = density is ± 90 to 95 kg/m3
Epic Foam Soft = density is 60 kg/m3

Foam for construction of DIY items.

This Epic Armoury Soft Foam is one of our DIY products used to create your own Live Action Role Playing weapons, shields, or armour. This particular 20x500x1000mm sheet is soft and especially thick, making it perfect for axes and hammerheads. This product is made from closed-celled foam that does not tear, feels light and durable, and has great memory after being molded.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

There are multiple methods to creating a LARP weapon, but here are the basics when using our soft Epic Foam! Carve and heat the foam into your desired shape around its core. Remember to leave a safe amount of foam around the weapon core in order to preserve its safety! When the shape you desire is achieved, dip the weapon into latex and allow to dry between layers for a smooth, protective surface.

Coat your latex equipment with a thin layer of silicone to prevent the surface from drying out, and to prolong the lifespan of your weapon. Always check your weapon for damage before and after each use. Wrap the handle with leather or cloth for a finished look.

Epic Foam Hard = density is ± 90 to 95 kg/m3
Epic Foam Soft = density is 60 kg/m3

You admire the Viking Sword that belonged to your father. The great warrior sailed his last voyage, but your brethren still managed to bring back his weapon specially for you. For that, at least, you are grateful.

Looking down upon the sharpened, freshly cleaned steel, you wonder what this sword has seen. Carried on countless travels, this sword may have shed blood raiding the English coast, been tarnished under the sun of Spain, and been drawn in defense of Miklagard.

One day you will add to its story.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Original Viking Sword Handle is a weapon of status wielded by free men and proud warriors of skill and valour. The handle is being sold separate for your do-it-yourself project, and is 10 cm long, cast and painted to look like realistic leather wrapped around a carved hilt and pommel.

Whether you are a Viking or Celtic warrior, this Viking Sword Handle is our highest quality gear due to its impressive durability and detail. Pair it with your own foam and latex blade, while benefitting from Epic Armoury’s reputation for detail. Made from a polyurethane foam cast, this handle requires no maintenance.

Directions for Use:

Create or buy one of our fibreglass core foam blades, leaving a core length that matches the handle. Slide the handle onto the exposed core of your blade and glue it in place. Allow it to dry completely before use--likely after 1-2 days.