hellenistic greaves Alle tassen which also reduces weight without

which also reduces weight without compromising the quality of the weapon

buccaneer and privateer costumes

which protect the armpits

they are believed to have been primarily worn by cavalry officers and standard-bearers

It has a diameter of 23 cm

hellenistic greaves Alle tassen which also reduces weight withoutThe greaves are crafted after several originals that were worn during the Hellenistic period. Greaves such as these were not only worn by the Greek city states, but also by Roman soldiers during the Roman monarchy period and in the republic. The greaves are constructed from 2 mm thick steel and measure 58 cm in length. They weigh approx. 2. 3 kg. The size may be readily adjusted by means of the leather straps.