Leatherwork

Lemellar

This is a suit of Lamellar armour. It consists of leather peices sewn together to make plates, these plates over lap to make a strong sheet of armour.

This type of armour takes a long time to construct and cut out the leather plates, but is seen throughout history.

Belt Bag

The bag and belt were handmade by myself. I use them at my reenactment events so they are as practical and as durable as possible, this is the case with everything I make.

The bag is made of leather that is very flexible, but still strong. The antler toggle acts to keep the flap closed.

The belt is a reconstruction of a 3rd century belt. I wear it at the top of my pelvis; this type of belt was suited for one person as the size cannot be ajusted easily. This is because there is only one rivet to top the strips that go through the bronze belt ring.

I made these simple shoes, with draw-string and antler toggle
I made this leather and mail hand-guard to be used during reenactment fight sequences

Links to Leather working websites

Bowstock Leather Working Supplies

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