Blackened Mail Armor Shirt Engraving This red Roman tunic replicates

This red Roman tunic replicates the standard issue to the Roman legions from the days of the Republic to the end of the Roman Empire (circa 400 AD)

It was in use for over a hundred years with many incremental changes in its design

Both side capes have a real leather shoulder guard with metal fittings and matching wool ropes attached to the suede straps for tying

Features an undulating shaft

A tie cord under the chin keeps it secure

Blackened Mail Armor Shirt Engraving This red Roman tunic replicatesThis mail shirt is made from intimidating butted armor which has been blackened for moisture resistance. Reminiscent of the Black Prince, who purposefully let his mail darken to a blackish hue, this shirt features 16 gauge links combined in the "international" pattern. Common to all European mail, the international pattern utilizes 4 links through a 5th. Faithfully copied from examples in museums and private collections, the diameter of each outer