viking tunic eirik linen various colors 156163856

viking tunic eirik linen various colors 156163856Tunics of this kind were worn throughout Europe during the early Middle Ages. Well suited to reenactment of Franks, Vikings, and other early medieval peoples. The tunic is crafted from 100% Baltic linen. The gores along the sides create a flared hem, whilst the gussets at the underarms permit greater shoulder mobilitycrucial for battles.

The combination of the different steel types resulted in a high-quality steel with a pattern in the blade

Around the end of the Middle Ages

The sleeves may also be tightened around the arm and elbow with leather laces

The style was even worn until the 16th century in some regions

They offered flexible protection against most weapons but were gradually replaced by iron plate armour from the second half of the 13th century

If you are involved in different medieval LARP and reenactment groups

the shapes of a nasal helm with a rounded skull cap are still clearly visible

Contents: 300-400 ml

The chain mail is tighter than most models and is therefore well-suited to being worn without padding for extended periods

Please note: the depicted accessories are not included

the Vikings were also farmers — especially opportunists who had to live in difficult and cold areas and were always seeking better places to settle

The Viking brooch is a replica of a 9th-century original found in Oppland in Norway