But even though they're just citizens they would still be highly proficient, and would probably be in possession of some armour. Imagine all the time these blacksmiths have at their disposal, and they would probably have a lot of surplus gear as the guys who cross the sea may not bring their weapons.
King Siegfried's units look awesome by the way.
I actually made a concept last night of a new unit (lightly armoured archer for the Eldar), I was thinking of posting it here once I got my scanner working.