02-24-2006, 11:54 AM
Quote:Flavius - The outer layer is a very heavy hemp, the inner core is wool and the inner most layer is fine hemp.
Thank you John! Unfortunately, it is already too late for me to use any modifications. I just don't have the time for a second attempt this year.
But a subarmalis with a sandwich design of several materials does not sound far-fetched. Although we will probably never know how exactly the Romans did this
Quote:I took a piece last night and stained it and the appearance took on what was depicted on at least one of the reliefs displayed here-a sort of graininess that could be confused with weaving. The grains were large and protruding, not to mention hard.
please, show us more
Florian Himmler (not related!)