viking vambraces sigurd sand

viking vambraces sigurd sandThe Sigurd bracers are crafted from braided suede strips. Fastened with 3 robust straps and buckles, they permit adjustment to suit the clothing or armour worn underneath. The Sigurd bracers ought to feature in every armoury and are well suited to lightly armoured and agile characters who are nevertheless equipped for battle. A perfect accessory for your Viking costume.

the parmula

In graves and sacred sites such as Newgrange in Ireland — a Neolithic structure later associated with Celtic traditions — spirals are carved

It offered poor protection against arrows and projectiles

and may be fastened securely with leather straps

but none have been recovered in the United Kingdom

Tip: when leather straps are attached to the gambeson

it permitted both slashing and stabbing with ease

The skirt is fastened by means of two belt buckles at the back

and they prevent slipping on slippery surfaces such as wet grass

crossbows were employed in warfare

with or without a helmet stand and with or without a liner

to emphasise the colour contrast