roman scutum dura europos

roman scutum dura europosThe scutum is a replica of a late Roman shield from the 3rd century AD. The original was found in Dura Europos (Syria). Roman scuta provided soldiers with excellent protection and permitted the testudo formation (turtle formation). The shield is constructed from several layers of wood and is covered with dyed linen. Its length is 108 cm and its width is 72 cm. It weighs about 6 kg.

The vambraces are easily and quickly fastened by means of two leather straps

with a breastplate that ended high on the thighs

50 cm and it has a blade of 40 cm

among others

The sleeves may be fully detached or fastened as desired

As the dress is a genuine basic model

creating a striking contrast against the red colour

Breastplates in this style were produced from the early 15th century and worn by infantry until the 16th century

The armour is based on originals that were worn in Antiquity and in the Early Middle Ages by the Vikings

The connection between the blade and the handle is wide

These trippen are well-suited to medieval costumes

or wilderness survival in the Middle Ages