republican gladius osuna

republican gladius osunaThe gladius is crafted after several originals from the 1st century BC. Similar blades were found in Smihel (Slovenia), Osuna (Spain) and in Mouis (France). The hilt has been modelled after several sculptures. The gladius is 83 cm long, with a blade of 65 cm in length and 6 cm in width. The hilt is constructed from wood. The sword weighs 1. 1 kg and comes with a wooden scabbard, covered with black leather and decorated with brass ornaments.

leather was very expensive and was not affordable for the ordinary Viking

became a symbol of the European aristocracy

renaissance fairs

cardboard tubes

made of carbon steel

The qama was used by the Cossacks in northern Persia

even the most basic dress or tunic can be transformed into a special costume

the plate armour pieces were intended to be worn over a full hauberk and provide additional protection for the front of the chest and the arms

A fine accessory to complete your re-enactment or LARP costume

The woodcarving is entirely handmade and measures 22 x 25 cm

and are well-suited to any warrior or barbarian character

throughout the age of the Great Migrations