scythian sagaris

scythian sagarisThe bronze axe is a replica of a Scythian sagaris. Battle axes of this kind were employed throughout the Scythian world between the 9th and 3rd centuries BC. The sagaris was a formidable weapon that could be wielded both on horseback and on foot. Other steppe peoples, such as the Medes, Persians and Parthians, also made use of the sagaris, as did the Indo Scythians. The weapon was also employed by Scythian mercenaries who served in the Greek and

In keeping with 1920s fashion

the fingers are protected by long plates that cover all fingers except the thumb

which may also apply to the parazonium

or combined particularly well with other armour pieces

loose cuts and shapes

A beautiful belt for LARP

the legs were always a weak spot

This 16th-century replica peascod cuirass features rope-like edges

or the length may be shortened by draping part of the fabric over the belt

As no complete finds exist

weighing 4

The leather scabbard features an integrated strap