roman gladius lucius

roman gladius luciusThe Roman gladius is a replica sword based on historical swords from the Roman era. Gladii such as these were employed around the 1st century BC, and this Roman sword is of the Mainz type. Several originals of this type of gladius have been found. This gladius was used as far as Hadrian's Wall. The Roman gladius was the finest weapon for close combat in the Roman army; light and efficient in equal measure. The gladius is the weapon with which the

permitting better leg movement—especially useful whilst riding

bandits and pirates

This brooch may well have been plundered during one of the many Viking raids upon Irish monasteries

The helmet provides full protection for the head and face

The Viking bracers are crafted after an original found in Valsgärde

The back of the coat features an open split so that it may also be worn on horseback

and amongst common soldiers

The walking stick is fitted with a handle shaped like an axehead

bottle holders and LARP knives

A leather strap with buckle permits the pauldron to be fastened over your costume

it falls straight and has splits at the sides from the waist for comfort

buccaneers and Napoleonic