Roman Re-enactment
Saddler’s Den
60 Norwood Avenue
Southport, PR9 7EQ
Telephone: 01704 228370
Email: chris@saddlersden.co.uk
60 Norwood Avenue
Southport, PR9 7EQ
Telephone: 01704 228370
Email: chris@saddlersden.co.uk
Specifications are subject to change in line with latest archeological evidence. While every effort is made to keep to the specifications described below, occasionally due to availability, the leather may be substituted for a suitable alternative.
Prices do not include shipping. For overseas customers, any conversion fees charged by the banking services and any purchase tax liabilities pertaining to the country of origin are the responsibility of the buyer.
Prices correct as at 12/11/2011
Prices do not include shipping. For overseas customers, any conversion fees charged by the banking services and any purchase tax liabilities pertaining to the country of origin are the responsibility of the buyer.
Prices correct as at 12/11/2011
Caligi
Made from natural vegetable tanned cowhide 3.5mm - 4mm substance. The soles are approx 1/4” - 3/8” thick with the bottom layer made from shoe sole leather. The hob nails penetrate through all the sole layers and clinch.
When ordering please supply a tracing of foot to ensure a correct fit.
Price £91.35
Made from natural vegetable tanned cowhide 3.5mm -
When ordering please supply a tracing of foot to ensure a correct fit.
Price £91.35
Leather Water Bottle
Although no archaeological exist for this item it was made after much discussion and research. The leather is formed around a polythene lining which is then whipped to a brass ferrule to allow a cork to be inserted.
Price £27.70
Although no archaeological exist for this item it was made after much discussion and research. The leather is formed around a polythene lining which is then whipped to a brass ferrule to allow a cork to be inserted.
Price £27.70
Kit Bag (bottom left)
Trajan’s column depicts legionnaires carrying a bundle above their satchels that looks like some form of kit bag. It was possibly used to stuff the cloak into but there is still some debate on the subject.
The item is made from 1mm - 1.5mm goatskin with an 8” base and 18” sides. The top is gathered together with a leather thong.
Price £35.25
Trajan’s column depicts legionnaires carrying a bundle above their satchels that looks like some form of kit bag. It was possibly used to stuff the cloak into but there is still some debate on the subject.
The item is made from 1mm -
Price £35.25
Shield Cover
Made from 1mm - 2mm cowhide or goatskins skins of sufficient size are available. The centre boss covering is made from 3mm - 4mm cowhide.
N.B. We no longer make the emblems as shown in the picture above.
Price £102.30 (Prices may vary depending on the size and shape of the shield. Please contact us giving the shield size for an accurate price).
Made from 1mm -
N.B. We no longer make the emblems as shown in the picture above.
Price £102.30 (Prices may vary depending on the size and shape of the shield. Please contact us giving the shield size for an accurate price).
Satchel
Follows the pattern of the satchel found at the Bar Hill Fort. The original was stitched down either side to form the envelope shape. Some re-enactors find it more useful with the addition of a gusset down the sides which allows more equipment to be carried. We therefore offer both styles for the same price.
Made from 1mm - 1.5mm goatskin with studded ring closure. Dimensions 18” wide by 12” high. Please state whether a gusset is required when ordering.
Price £87.95
Follows the pattern of the satchel found at the Bar Hill Fort. The original was stitched down either side to form the envelope shape. Some re-
Made from 1mm -
Price £87.95
We do make the four horned saddles as depicted in the picture above. However we have an agreement with ‘Comitatus’ to sell our saddles through them. Please click on there link on the links page and contact them for further details.
