War Hammer

The War Hammer, -not to be confused with a nail hammer (unless you're going to war against a bucket of nails) - was used as a close combat weapon.  

The hammer was made hard and out of metal so when fighting against a sword or other long weapon like it, it would simply bounce off rather than cut the handle.  

Against armor, the War Hammer was very handy.  Unlike a sword that would simple ricochet off the armor, the War Hammer was sturdy, and strong enough to land a deadly blow to the helmet.  

*Disclaimer: I have done extensive research on each of these weapons. I am aware that there are many different versions of each of these weapons. I am not trying to spread false information. If you know and can prove any information wrong, please let me know and I will fix my errors.  I have at least three references for all research on the weapons I will discuss through the challenge. 

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