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What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Rittermeister - 08-27-2014
So, I'm wanting to get into some variety of classical reenacting; either Roman or Germanic. Which I choose will probably be based on my ability to source kit in ogreish sizes. I'm 6'4", wear a size 8 hat, a 52 jacket, and a size 15 shoe. Will it be possible for me to find caligae and helmets large enough?
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Creon01 - 08-28-2014
Not a problem, how much money do you want to spend is the real question.
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Rittermeister - 08-28-2014
Past reenacting impressions I went in expecting to spend ~$2,000-3,000. I'd expect to put in about the same.
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Gaius Colletti - 08-28-2014
I don't think your height would be an issue, if you were concerned about Romans being shorter people. They were, but I don't think you're disqualified, it's not an unforgivable height. Getting caligae that large may be a little bit of an issue, you can contact DSC or Al-Hammd to see if they could make a pair that large
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - richsc - 08-28-2014
Size 8 is unusual, almost always custom. I have two helmets that size. One can also make custom caligae, given the materials.
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Gunthamund Hasding - 08-28-2014
well being "huge" I would suggest you a barbarian role, as Germanic tribesmen you would tower the pitiful romans with their "thin cans" :evil:
as a Germanic warrior you would be also able to do a lot of equipment yourself, this is a lot of fun.
If you want any advice would be nice to help you with it.
You are located probably in US I would suggest you to find a group near where you live. BTW when are you located?
cheers
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Crispianus - 08-28-2014
I certainly don't think your size precludes you from Roman re-enactment you'd have to be a lot bigger I think, but I would say your on the top end
mile: by the way what shoe size standard are you talking about USA or British there is a difference I believe....
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Rittermeister - 08-29-2014
US. I believe I'm a 14 British.
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Crispvs - 09-25-2014
Ahem - this thread should be in the Re-enactment and reconstruction section.
Crispvs
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - Robert - 09-25-2014
Welcome to the forum!
I would second Gunthamund's suggestion! You could even deck yourself out as a Germanic noble, standing proud and tall. There are some really good and interesting weapons to chose from. Being a noble will also allow you chainmail and a good sword, either a dubble edged blade of one of those really fine Germanic single edges swords with great "pistal grip" like handles.
What\'s the situation like for the abnormally large - richsc - 09-25-2014
Forgot to ask where you're located? There may be some Romans near you who make their own kit, and would help you do that.