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Evidence for legionary vs auxiliary helmet patterns

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Evidence for legionary vs auxiliary helmet patterns
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11-20-2010, 01:50 PM
I have no first hand experience with making a helmet. But in a general sense, brass/bronze are easier to work than steel, and require less heating temperature. That could be a contributing factor.
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Re: Evidence for legionary vs auxiliary helmet patterns - by M. Demetrius - 11-20-2010, 01:50 PM

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