• Medieval leather belt with brass fittings
  • Medieval leather belt, 13th-15th century, various colors
  • Medieval leather belt with brass fittings
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Medieval leather belt with brass fittings

$104.98 USD
$104.98 USD
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Highlights

This artfully crafted leather belt is an authentic replica for reenactments from the 13th to 15th centuries and impresses with its historical attention to detail.

  • High-quality workmanship from robust, approximately 3 mm thick cowhide leather for maximum durability
  • A continuous embossed woven pattern embellished with decorative cloverleaf motifs in a quatrefoil style
  • Elaborately crafted, openwork belt buckle and matching strap end made of solid brass
  • Individual fit thanks to the absence of pre-punched holes, ideal for a waist circumference of up to 126 cm
  • Authentic accessory for reenactment, LARP, and medieval markets for portraying knights or noblemen
  • Secure attachment of the fittings to the approximately 3 cm wide strap using classic rivets
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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Medieval leather belt with brass fittings
Medieval leather belt, 13th-15th century, various colors
Medieval leather belt with brass fittings
Medieval leather belt with brass fittings

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Questions about the product Medieval leather belt with brass fittings

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This red medieval leather belt with floral brass fittings is made from sturdy cowhide and brass. With a total length of approximately 165 cm, it can be worn up to a maximum waist circumference of approximately 115 to 120 cm, as medieval long belts typically allow for about 40 to 50 cm for the knot and the hanging end.
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After a rainy weekend at the market, the leather belt should first be allowed to dry slowly at room temperature, taking care to avoid direct heat or sunlight to prevent cracking. Coarse dirt can be gently wiped away with a soft, damp cloth. For subsequent care, it is recommended to treat the leather with leather grease or a special leather conditioner to keep the material supple and protect it from moisture. The brass fittings can be polished with a soft cloth, if necessary, to maintain their shine.
How many decorative brass fittings are attached to the red leather belt in total, and at what intervals were they placed on the belt?

The red leather belt is adorned with a total of 15 floral brass fittings. These decorative elements are evenly spaced along the approximately 160 cm long belt.
Which historical period served as a model for the design of the floral brass fittings on this red leather belt, and how were such fittings traditionally attached to the leather strap?

The design of the floral brass fittings is based on models from the High Middle Ages, in which floral and geometric motifs dominated. Traditionally, such fittings were attached using rivets, which were inserted through the leather strap and flattened or bent over on the back with a hammer.