ABOUT MATT EASTON

I am Matt Easton, the Director of Easton Antique Arms Ltd. I'm probably most known for running the YouTube channel Scholagladiatoria, where I talk about antique weapons and military history. 

I also run the Schola Gladiatoria historical fencing clubs and FightCamp Events, as well as working with various companies and the Royal Armouries on modern replicas.

I have been collecting antique arms for over three decades and started dealing as a way to improve my own collection. My personal collection focuses mostly on non-regulation British officer's swords of the Victorian era, with a focus on British India. I also enjoy shooting historic firearms of the same period.

I studied history and archaeology at University College London, specialising in medieval military equipment and have never stopped studying since. I have lectured at various establishments including the Royal Armouries, the Tower of London, the Wallace Collection and the Hofjagd- und Rüstkammer in Vienna. 

I consult for museums, universities and heritage organisations, advise on edged weapon law for the Home Office & NPCC, and have worked with and appeared on various TV productions. 

After working as a Whitehall Civil Servant for 17 years, while building up my own businesses, I became Head of Arms & Armour at a large London auction house, before making the transition to being fully self employed in 2018. I have been fully self-employed since then.

I now divide most of my time between Easton Antique Arms Ltd, my fencing clubs and events, my YouTube channel and replica development.