Rufus Skull Cap

This type of helmet was called "cervelliere" (scull cap) and introduced in the 13th century and was supposed to be worn underneath a great helmet in addition to the coif of mail.

Getting out of style in the 14th century, they became popular in the 16th century again, when worn by lansquenets under their felt or leather hats.

This simple model has a big opening for the face and a central crest along. The neck is enlongened to offer better protection to this area. The back part is decorated with two rows of rivets.

The helmet is delivered with an inner liner of foam and a leather chin strap.

Material: 1.2mm steel
Colour: blank
Size: up to 60cm circumference

Material: 1.2mm steel
Colour: blank
Size: up to 60cm circumference

The Wizard was angry. Not only had they conflated him with the bombing of Dresden, not only had they ruined his Star Wars marathon, they'd had the temerity to ask about The Hat.

"It's a Witch Hunter's Hat. Do I look like a Witch Hunter to you?" he asked between clenched teeth.

"But it's on the cover of the books!" the annoying one replied.

"Then maybe you should have bought the UK edition." he said in a voice colder than the mantle of Winter's Knight.

Protecting the innocent people of your country from the spells and curses of witches rests on your shoulders. It is your responsibility to find the dreaded creatures and put an end to their evil ways--often at the risk of your own life in the process.

Anymore, the townsfolk recognize you by your iconic wide-brimmed hat. You had it enchanted to protect yourself from charms and illusions, but it is also a symbol of the hunter that you are. It is a warning to any witch who dares to cross paths with you.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s full-grain leather costume Witch Hunter Hat is handmade and embellished with a cotton canvas band, held in place with glue and leather pentagram along the brim, giving this gothic fashion a arcane twist. The stitching around the edges and the stiff crown strengthen this hat’s structural stability, so with regular leather care you can expect Epic Armoury’s Witch Hunter Hat to have a long lifetime. Use this Witch Hunter Hat to create a steampunk statement or add some interest to your kit.

INSPIRATION

• Inspired by a similar hat worn by Vesemir, Geralt’s mentor in The Witcher universe--considered the height of fashion in the year 1112!
• Also similar to the hat worn by Vampire Hunter D and Van Helsing

The padded coif "Leopold" is, like a classic coif, fixed under the chin with two sturdy ribbons of cotton. Under a helmet, it gives this considerably more wearing comfort and protective effect. Of course, it can also be worn as a stand-alone headgear.

Oh no, you think, as a sword and a helmet are thrust into your farm-calloused hands. You’ve never been trained as a soldier, let alone asked to fight on a dangerous battlefield!

But here you are, suddenly standing in a row of your neighbors with your helmet secured over a padded Undercap. You await the advancing orc raid headed for your farms and your town, and you just hope that somehow you’ll make it through. At least your helmet feels solid on your head. That’s something to be thankful for, at least...right?

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Undercap is a padded hood that fits over the head and ears comfortably. Made from quilted cotton canvas lined with a soft polyester interior and a medium cotton outer layer, this padding can be worn on its own or as padding beneath a heavy steel or leather helmet.

The Undercap is stitched to ensure the padding will remain evenly spaced. Secure it to your head by tying the cotton cords under the chin. With its neutral style, the Undercap will work on a wide variety of characters. Match it with other Epic Armoury armours and clothes to fit your unique style!

HISTORY

• Used as padding under chainmail or plate armour
• Historically, a high-medieval European gambeson was recorded as being capable of stopping sword blows from penetrating the skin
• Could stop heavy arrows and mace and axe impacts with the addition of overlaying chainmail

These bracers are made from braided leather straps, which are riveted together. They are very comfortable to wear and adjust to your arm very well. Close them by using the two buckles.

Material: suede
Length: 23cm
Width: on top 30cm; on bottom 23cm

Material: suede
Length: 23cm
Width: on top 30cm; on bottom 23cm

Our "Robert" greaves are composed from plaited leather straps, which are riveted together. They comfort your legs and adjust very well. You can close them with three buckles.

Colour: black, brown

Length: 50cm

Width: on top 30cm; on bottom 23cm

PICK UP / IN STORE AVAILABILITY ONLY

The best defence in life means nothing if it is eaten away by time and the elements, or even attacked from the inside.
And so it is with your own armour!
Humidity, expansion and contraction in the heat, UV radiation, rain, and the withering blows of your enemies all conspire to expose your armour to rust, but worse yet, your very own precious bodily fluids conspire to corrode it from the inside with their impurities and corruption! (which is why we only ever drink pure grain alcohol or rainwater)

You could coat your armour (and other metal objects) in a regular run of the mill lubricant, but many of them are actively hydrophobic. Great for metal but terrible for leather, cotton and other organic materials!

Lanox MX4 is a lanolin rich lubricant, and lanolin is the oil that is naturally produced by sheep to prevent them from shrinking in the rain and generally remain weather proof! It is superior to many artificial compounds and does not damage leathers or organic fibres.

Please note: Due to the pressurised nature of this product, it is NOT A PRODUCT THATCAN BE DELIVERED by standard courier. You will need to pick it up from us at a game or warehouse, or we may arrange for specialty couriers by request.

This product is available in store only and cannot be shipped as it is a pressurised container. Online orders placed for delivery will be cancelled.

You’re the first to spot the sails o’ a ship on the horizon, and so the chase begins. You and your crewmates have a reputation as the most formidable pirates on the sea, and it’s time to defend your title.

You board the merchant’s ship with your cutlass at the ready. They have heard o’ your flag before, and so they be surrendering smartly. Good. This be easy loot! You and your crew pack what plunder you can find before a Royal Navy ship can come along, but as you pass the miserable captain you notice his tricorne hat. The hat is your share o’ the profit with a simple snatch from the man’s head.

A mighty fine Pirate Hat it is, too.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s “tricorne” Pirate Hat is handmade from natural full-grain quality leather and sturdy stitching, embellished with cotton canvas and laced leather around the brim. Inspired by popular 18th century hats of the time, its brim is turned up and pinned to form a triangle around the crown with leather lacing. With regular leather care, you can expect this hat to add a special touch to your kit for a long time!

HISTORY

• Referred to as a “tricorne” or “cocked hat”
• Popular by the end of the 17th century as both civilian fashion and military uniform
• Typically worn with the point facing forward, although soldiers would often wear it pointed above their left eyebrow to allow their rifle to be rested on their shoulder

SIZING NOTE: The small is sometimes much smaller than on the sizing chart for this particular product.

You were not born a soldier. If anything, you were born to be quite the opposite! A farmer’s child, you grew up working the land and minding your own business. You never expected that one day your lord might come for you and demand that you join his army in the name of the kingdom--and the safety of your family.

You couldn’t afford much in way of armour, but you did manage to put together enough money for a Secret Helmet. Helmets are the most important armour you can own, and you can only hope that it might save your life so you might one day return to your fields.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Secret Helmet is a sturdy and simple helmet inspired by commoner’s armour of 12th century Europe. The Secret Helmet is perfect when a visually stunning helmet would be too flashy on the battlefield, gaining unwanted attention. This helmet offers great protection to your head without being imposing, easily concealed beneath a cloak, cape, or even a large hat.

Secure the Secret Helmet by tightening the leather strap beneath the chin, keeping the helmet in place. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, this armour piece is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Also referred to as a cervelliere
• Worn during the medieval period, introduced during the 12th century
• Cheap and easy production made this a typical commoner and non-professional soldier helmet

Protect your noggin from a floggin!

Oh no, you think, as a sword and a Ready for Battle Helmet are thrust into your farm-calloused hands. You’ve never been trained as a soldier, let alone asked to fight on a dangerous battlefield!

But here you are, suddenly standing in a row of your neighbors. You await the advancing orc raid said to be headed for your farms and your town, and you just hope that somehow you’ll make it through. At least your Helmet feels solid on your head. That’s something to be thankful for, at least...right?

DETAILS

Ready for Battle Helmet is an essential for any person intending to experience the battlefield. Considered to be one of the most important pieces of armor, this helmet is inspired by 12th century design used by the Crusaders. Its simple design allows this helmet to be used perfectly in a variety of different genres and character-types. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel and top-grain leather straps and fittings, these armour is built to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment with regular leather and metal armour care.

HISTORY

• Also referred to as a “cervelliere,” introduced during the late 12th century
• Pointed shape reminiscent of later “cervelliere” designs toward the 13th century
• Worn by commoners and non-professional soldiers due to its cheap and easy production
• Worn either alone or over a chainmail coif to protect the throat

If you want to protect your head, but don't want to interfere with your hearing and sight, we have just the right thing for you: this simple helmet featuring a center ridge.

The helmet features a foam lining covered with cotton fabric on the inside. The chin strap is made of leather and may be closed by means of a buckle.

Available in two sizes: small (56-58cm) and Medium/Large(59-62cm)

Colours: blank and burnished

Spangenhelmets are described as helmets with a riveted band on the scull part - be it a single one or crosswise. These bands held the seperate pieces of the scull part together and named this kind of helmet. It was worn all around europe (and parts of central Asia) until the 11th century.

Mytholon's Dietrich Spangenhelmet is the most simple form of this kind: made with one central band along the scull part and detailed with an additional band wrapped around the rim.

The helmet is being delivered with an inner liner of foam and a chin strap to hold it in place.

Material: 1.2mm steel
Colour: blank
Size: up to 61cm circumference

Material: 1.2mm steel
Colour: blank
Size: up to 61cm circumference

The bonnet was a common female headwear in Europe and North America untill the modern times. It was worn in various shapes, colours and sizes.

The Anna bonnet is made wide so the wearer can fit their long hair or brainds underneath it easily. The wide brim protects from the sun, the wide cut allow for good air flow, especially important in Australian heat.

Ideal for medieval markets or LARPs in summer, this bonnet is the perfect roundup for many down-to-earth costumes.