Skjoldehamn battle tunic (Norway / 10th century)

Product description

The original skjoldehamn tunic was found in Norway, and belonged to a Viking, or a Sami, who lived in the late 10th century.
This unique tunic is characterized by a high padded collar, a small slit at the collar, and a chest flap closed with a button.

Production time :

4-6 weeks

Technical features

Outer layer: woolen fabric.
Invisible padding, made of 3 layers of felt (1.5 to 2 cm thick) on the shoulders, upper torso and upper arms - where the hits hit the most. A layer of felt covers the rest of the body.

Linen lining (natural color) for comfort and temperature regulation during exercise.

Edges are sewn with waxed linen thread, for maximum durability.

All visible seams are handmade, for maximum authenticity.

This garment can replace - or complete - a heavy metal armor, in order to make you gain in comfort, and in lightness.

How to order?

1. Provide your body measurements, as shown on our chart.
All measurements must be taken, taking into account any underlayers you may be wearing underneath.
All measures are to be communicated in centimeters.
+15% cost for any XXL or larger body measurements. This additional cost - which is reasonable - is explained by an increased need for raw materials and by longer sewing work.

2. Choose colours (Background, and bias / edges + high padded collar)

- You can select a tunic number, as shown in the photo album.
* Please note that fabric inventory is constantly changing. The fabrics shown in the album may be out of stock. In this case, once you have placed your pre-order, we will send you suggestions for alternative fabrics, including photos.

- You can also simply write the desired color for the background and bias binding. We will then email you a photo of the corresponding fabrics in stock.