Category: Armour
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Chainmail – The Oldest Form of Armour
Chainmail or simply referred to as ‘mail’ is a type of armour made of small metal rings linking together in a pattern to form a mesh. The origins of chainmail can be dated as far back as the 4th Century BC, with the earliest example of ‘surviving mail’ being found in a chieftain’s burial located […]
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Armed for the Future
Polyurethane Armour for LARP and Cosplay by Red Dragon Let’s face it, when it comes to historical armour, few things offer greater protection than steel. The downsides of weight, inflexibility and the need for constant maintenance to protect against rust are more than offset by the superb protective qualities that it offers. However, in this […]
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Iconic Helmets of History
Ribchester Roman Cavalry Helmet Buy a full size replica of a Ribchester Roman Cavalry Helmet from the Knight Shop The Ribchester Helmet is a Roman ceremonial helmet made of bronze, dating back to the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. The helmet is named the Ribchester as it was discovered by a clog maker’s son in1796, […]