Useful Resources
Websites
Historical & Archaeological Information and Advice
Choosing a Roman Name
How To Make A Late Roman Shield
Notitia Dignitatum
Coptic Tunics
Coptic Textiles
Global Egyptian Museum
Byzantine Clothing
Dark Age Stitch Types
Archaeological Sewing
Late Roman Belt Buckles in Britain
Roman Britain.org
Overview of Late Antiquity
Vortigern Studies
Decadence, Rome and Romania, the Emperors Who Weren't, and Other Reflections on Roman History
Dura Europus - Finds & Photos
Arch of Constantine
Corridor of the Great Hunt
Early British Kingdoms
The Viking Shield From Archaeology
Internet Medieval Sourcebook
1600th Anniversary - End Of Roman Britain
Discussion & Exploration
Roman Army Talk
The place to discuss aspects of Roman military archaeology, history, literature and reconstruction and re-enactment. Lurk or talk. Lots to learn and great ideas shared from across the globe.
Gaius Fortunatus
Several web pages written by one of Comitatus' members. With articles and photographs.
Salvianus
A re-enactment online journal written by a Comitatus member, with lots of photos of the group events.
Re-enactment Suppliers
Full Tilt Stables
Armamentaria
Replica Roman military and civilian reproductions for the re-enactment community, museums, educational bodies and collectors alike.
Saddler's Den
Saddler who supplies leather water bottles for less than £30, Roman satchels (loculus) and bedding rolls.
Whalley's of Bradford
A great source of tent canvas in the UK, used by several members of Comitatus without problems. For good quality canvas look for Cotton Canvas 9.5 or 12 oz in weight.
Le Prevo Leather Suppliers
Nodge Nolan
A British-based bronze-caster. Highly recommended! E-mail him with your requests for 3rd or 4thC belt parts, he knows what he's talking about and has a good knowledge of museum finds and types.
HR-Replikate
Raymond's Quiet Press
Ray Moseley, PO Box 27672, Albuquerque, NM 87125. First century cast buckles, pugio frogs, and plates, plus hamata hooks and studded satchel rings. Also fabulous 4th century belt fittings and brooches.
Dennis Riley
Great to work with and great value for money! Dennis is a specialist Saxon blacksmith, and is able to make all kinds of Saxon, Viking and Roman tools to order. A talented man who lives in Sheffield.
Paul Binns Swords
Swords, blades, axes and spearheads. Well established and well respected.
Mercia Sveiter
Traders of Viking, Anglo-Saxon, Celtic and Mediæval metalwork.
Rudis-kuenstlerwerkstatt
German craftsman making some wonderful shield bosses at very good prices, for this period.
Traditional Materials
The Jelling Dragon
An expensive but high quality supplier of Viking and Germanic gear. Many items are suitable for use with the Late Roman period, too.
Battle Orders
The UK's main importer of Deepeeka arms and armour. Be careful here, Battle Orders sells lots of theatrical weaponry and armour as well as some good re-enactment gear. Do your research or ask around before you order from Battle Orders.
Travel
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