Tunica : wool type needed?

[M. Demetrius]

You're wise to steer clear of the color debate, and your compromise is a good one. Some of us make a "natural color" linen and a red or reddish brown tunic. That covers all contingencies that usually arrive in your path. But the important thing to consider is that the group you may join may have a preference, in which case you should contact them for info. There are at least two legions in Canada as far as I know, and they should be able to guide you.

Many people are now saying that the modern weight suiting wool is the correct thickness, not blanket weight material. With the thinner cloth, it's possible to drape the curving wrinkles that are frequently seen in sculpture. A couple of large fibulae on the sides will add to that effect. At any rate, the lighter wool is more readily available from the fabric stores.