viking trousers jorvik brown

viking trousers jorvik brownThe Shalvar trousers are based on a 3rd4th century original. Trousers of this type were worn across North Europe from the 2nd century BC until the 10th century AD, and remained in use until the 16th century in certain areas such as Ireland. These comfortable trousers permit an excellent freedom of movement. The bottom may be wrapped with leg wrappings for extra warmth. Crafted from a wool mix, they are well suited to extended wear in cooler conditions.

Think of pirates

Your LARP weapon can be worn comfortably around the waist

from around the ninth/tenth century

The academic debate remains divided on this matter

a hood has been fitted to protect the head

The greaves feature a rounded bottom and are decorated with steel rivets

or simply your home garden

40 lbs is too high to utilise the bow for re-enactment and LARP

The soft leather is tightened with a leather lace

Crafted from high quality 100% cotton

The earliest examples date from the 9th century

it is advisable to avoid leaving it in direct sunlight for prolonged periods