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Product Description This helmet replica is formed from 18 gauge steel to match the originals. The formidably tough Roman Legionnaire marched triumphantly from the cold mists of England to the hot, dry plains of the mid-East relying on this helmet for head protection. This helmet will take a plume without any modification. Size:65cm circ 36cm crown to neck guard base 37cm crown to hinged cheek plate bottom edge 31cm height Weight:2.5kg
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Product Description This helmet replica is formed from 18 gauge steel to match the originals. The formidably tough Roman Legionnaire marched triumphantly from the cold mists of England to the hot, dry plains of the mid-East relying on a helmet for head protection. It is speculated that the plume whilst magnificent was impractical on a day-to-day basis and therefore used mainly only for parade. Complete with ties and brass loops to hold plume in place. Size: 65cm circumference 34cm from crown...
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Product Description Roman Caligae (Latin; singular caliga) are heavy-soled military shoes or sandals which were worn by Roman legionary soldiers and auxiliaries throughout the history of the Roman Republic and Empire. They were worn by all ranks up to and including centurions. The sandals were constructed from leather and laced up the center of the foot and onto the top of the ankle. Additionally, iron hobnails were hammered into the sole, serving three purposes: to reinforce the caligae to provide...
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Product Description All Brass - Type I. This helmet dates from the last half of the first century, which continued through the second and third centuries. It is essentially the same design as othe Imperial Gallic helmets but differs in that it was made in the cupric alloy orichalcum (brass) instead of iron. Brass helmets suggest a higher rank, perhaps that of optio. Size: 65cm circumference 34cm from crown to neck guard 35cm from crown to hinged cheek plate 28cm height Weight:1.7kg
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Product Description Replica iron canteen dated from 1st / 2nd century. Possibly used to carry water or perhaps oil for cooking or bathing. Brass brackets and cork. 200mm height. 140mm wide 90mm thick This canteen may have some surface rust. The inside may also contain some rust.
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Cinculum or Pteruges (also spelled pteryges, from Greek, meaning feathers) refers to the decorative skirt of leather or fabric strips worn around the waists of Roman and Greek warriors and soldiers This primarily ornamental, light weight leather...
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This deluxe version of the Roman milatarie is made from solid combat quality leather and proper brass cast studs. It also features quality cast plates around the belt and a cast serpent head buckle. See additional images for more details, howe...
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Product Description Men-at-Arms 374 Illustrator: Graham Sumner About this book The armour and weapons of Rome's legionaries and auxiliaries have been the subject of intense research and speculation, and much has been published - but almost nothing on the actual clothing of Imperial soldiers. In this first part of a rigorous study of the literary, sculptural, pictorial and archaeological evidence, a specialist author/artist examines the clues which enable us to attempt reconstructions of tunics...
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Product Description Our Roman Officers Helmet features a lovely full cream hair plume and is hand crafted in steel &brass. This helmet replica is formed from 18 gauge steel to match the originals. The formidably tough Roman Legionnaire marched triumphantly from the cold mists of England to the hot, dry plains of the mid-East relying on a helmet for head protection. It is speculated that the plume whilst magnificent was impractical on a day-to-day basis and therefore used mainly only for parade...
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Product Description Men-at-Arms 374 Illustrator: Graham Sumner About this book The armour and weapons of the Roman army have long been the subject of intense research and speculation. While much has been published on their arms and armour, however, the actual clothing of Imperial soldiers has largely been overlooked. In this second part of a rigorous study of the literary, sculptural, pictorial and archaeological evidence, the specialist author-artist examines the clues which enable us to attempt...
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Product Description Men-at-Arms 425 Author: Raffaele D’Amato Illustrator: Graham Sumner About this book This book is the concluding part of a rigorous study of the literary, sculptural, pictorial and archaeological evidence for Roman military clothing, covering the last days of the Western Empire, and the much longer record of the Eastern, in the 5th to 7th centuries. The evidence from this enormously colourful period – when Germanic and Persian styles, first introduced by mercenaries, were...
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Product Description Men-at-Arms 46 Author: Michael Simkins Illustrator: Ronald Embleton About this book Although the common Roman fighting men themselves have left no account, much literature has survived from antiquity. The wealth of archaeological finds, plus the study of surviving Roman scultpure has allowed hisorians to learn much about the nature of the Roman army which conquered an astonishing expanse of territory. Michael Simkins brings all his substantial knowledge to bear on this fascinating...
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Product Description This spectacular crested helm originally appeared in a more primitive form in Greece around 350 BC, but saw its most popular use during the Roman Empire. It saw service with Legionnaires, Centurions and Legates up to 400 AD and varied from plain to decorative. This brass version is adorned with a handsome crest fit for any officer and fine detail. This helm is padded and lined with material on cheek plates and crown. A tie is used to secure cheek plates under the chin when...
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Product Description Cinculum or Pteruges (also spelled pteryges, from Greek, meaning feathers) refers to the decorative skirt of leather or fabric strips worn around the waists of Roman and Greek warriors and soldiers This primarily ornamental, light weight leather belt and skirt is adorned with highly decorated brass plates. See additional pictures for details. Buckle measures 4.5cm x 5cm Belt width is 4cm Belt length is 130cm - easily shortened. Skirt length is 45cm
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Product Description Featuring black scabbard and bone handle. This style of Gladius appeared around the middle of the first century. It differs in that it has straight, parallel sides and its tip is shorter and stronger than other models. It's known as Pompeii because the first swords of this type were discovered in the ruins of this doomed Roman city. It was in use until the second century A.D. Dimensions - Blade 505mm (20 inches) long Overall 715mm (27.5 inches) long Weight: 1.35kg
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Product Description Featuring Red scabbard and bone handle. This style of Gladius appeared around the middle of the first century. It differs in that it has straight, parallel sides and its tip is shorter and stronger than other models. It's known as Pompeii because the first swords of this type were discovered in the ruins of this doomed Roman city. It was in use until the second century A.D. Dimensions - Blade 505mm (20 inches) long Overall 715mm (27.5 inches) long Weight: 1.25kg
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Product Description Size: one size fits all Religion plays a huge part in all stages of history - medieval England & Europe being no exception. The development of church and state went through a number of developments during the medieval period - from the end of the Roman Empire to the beginning of the Reformation. The struggle for power between popes and kings caused events that shaped the western world. Includes white cotton robe white cotton shoulder cape hood white tabbard with...
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Product Description The pugio was a dagger used by Roman soldiers as a sidearm. It seems likely that the pugio was intended as an auxiliary or backup weapon, but its exact purpose to the soldier remains unknown for sure. Attempts to identify it as a utility knife are misguided as the form of the pugio is not suited to this purpose and in any case utility knives of a variety of sizes are common finds on Roman military sites, meaning there would be no need for a pugio to be used in this way. Officials...
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Features Shooting the BowJonathan Davies gives us his tips on how to shoot with bow and arrow. What the Romans did for CheeseA look at the development of cheese in Roman times. Falkirk 1746Andrew Bamford investigates Prince Charles Edward Stuart&r...
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Features Shooting the BowJonathan Davies gives us his tips on how to shoot with bow and arrow. What the Romans did for CheeseA look at the development of cheese in Roman times. Falkirk 1746Andrew Bamford investigates Prince Charles Edward Stuart&r...
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