deepeeka deurne helmet

deepeeka deurne helmetThe helmet is a replica of a 4th century cavalry helmet found in Deurne (The Netherlands). Presumably, it was worn by Germanic auxiliae during the Late Roman period. A Roman coin found next to the helmet dates from 319 AD. The helmet displays a considerable number of Germanic and even Persian influences, and was in all likelihood the helmet of a Germanic aristocrat. Crafted from brass and lined with red leather, the helmet is furnished with a short

as with this surcotte

The mace was a weapon already employed in prehistoric times

The Linnea belt is crafted from high quality leather with metal fittings

Models of this type were employed throughout the Middle Ages by all the Christian countries

which renders the material more durable and less likely to tear or sustain damage

A good one belt does more than hold an outfit together

It has a Rockwell hardness of 48–52 HRC

The LARP shield is based on the historical wooden round shields employed by early medieval peoples such as the Vikings and Anglo-Saxons

Constructed from three layers of fluffed cotton canvas with a soft cotton inner lining and a wool mix exterior

In the sixteenth century they played an important role in European warfare

the embroidery is based on motifs drawn from Viking art styles

Antique (patinated) – Place the steel for a whilst in a damp environment (preferably outside) and allow it to rust