Outfit4events Articles

Articles: Helmet

Roots of Contemporary Conflicts, Part 2. Divided Slavs and the Mongol Invasion

The Mongol invasions in 13th and 14th centuries contributed to the divisions among the Eastern Slavs and had a significant impact on events in Europe. However, the fall of Kiev and other important centres in the eastern region helped another city…

Roots of Contemporary Conflicts, Part I: Ukraine Conflict

Interesting facts of the past

The origin of the early Slavs is unclear. Some historians believe that Slavic populations inhabited vast territories of central and northern Europe as early as the Roman period. In the first part of our historical exploration, we will look at the…

Ancient Rome Warfare Under Barbarian Influence

Interesting facts of the past

After almost a thousand years of existence, the Roman Empire was in decline. The once powerful emperors had become mere statesmen whose position had little importance. Budget deficit started to affect the equipment of the soldiers, who adopted…

The Greatest Fun in the Middle Ages? Knights on Horses with Lances

Interesting facts of the past

Whenever knightly tournaments are mentioned, a festive clash of horse riders marching against each other will surely come to everyone’s mind, just like in fairy tales. However, merry flags, proud knights, jugglers and noble ladies were but a…

Living history – History Coming Alive

Interesting facts of the past

Living history (LH) is an activity that seeks to re-enact and present life in the past in the most authentic way possible. It doesn’t have to be a re-enactment of a certain historical battle. Living history attempts to show ordinary, day-to-day life…

Cold Weapons of Renaissance

Weapons

Humanism was a revival of classical antiquity and the era of education and science. Renaissance was a turning point that still fascinates people across all continents. The Renaissance Period began in the 14th century in Florence, Italy. Not only did…

Even Caesar Was Afraid of Them. What Were the Celts Really Like?

Interesting facts of the past

A group of half-naked barbarians with swords and axes against the formation of Caesar’s soldiers. The barbarians seem eager to fight, without a sign of fear in their eyes. They let out a piercing war cry and surge forward, crashing into the Roman…

How to determine a helmet size correctly

Historical armor

Please read the following information before you choose a size for an historic helmet. It is always unpleasant for both parties when the selected size does not fit on the first try and the helmet replica must be returned. This is especially true for…

Difference between textile and leather liner

Historical armor

What is the difference between a padded textile liner and a leather liner? Can you send me some sample pictures?

We are here for you and answer all your questions

Your questions help us improve. What may seem trivial to some may be surprising news to others. Don't be afraid to ask. We are here for you! If we don't know the answer, we will ask the experts we work with. We will then publish the answers to frequently asked questions here. We appreciate your curiosity!