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[Decimvscarrervs]

I have been a romanempire fanboy for most of my life. I have finally bought my own set of armor (lorica segmentata) I bought it all in ebay from india. Looks fine but I have an issue with the shoulder pad having leather that is too stiff and won't naturally sag down and rest onto my arm. I'm unhappy and feel as if I should start all over and just buy new kit parts with the advice of people (all of you) who have more experience and recognize what is more historically accurate. My helmet also came with no lining, how do I actually get it so it is wearable. Also, any reenactment groups in Texas? Let me know. Looking forward to learn and improve. Thank you.

Aso; I'm paranoid about my armor getting rusty...