08-13-2013, 08:13 AM
Bronze of an alloy that was actually made into armour can be as hard as medium carbon steel. For relevant data, read anything written by Tylecote. For a decent analysis of the protective capacity of bronze armour, Blythe's PhD is the easiest to find.
P. H. Blythe, The Effectiveness of Greek Armour Against Arrows in the Persian War (490-479 B. C.), PhD, University of Reading (1977).
All of the most useful tests and studies are summarised in my book.
http://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Bronze-Ag...nt/p/3272/
1mm is enough to stop an arrow or spear thrust from penetrating far enough to do serious injury.
P. H. Blythe, The Effectiveness of Greek Armour Against Arrows in the Persian War (490-479 B. C.), PhD, University of Reading (1977).
All of the most useful tests and studies are summarised in my book.
http://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Bronze-Ag...nt/p/3272/
1mm is enough to stop an arrow or spear thrust from penetrating far enough to do serious injury.
Author: Bronze Age Military Equipment, Pen & Sword Books
