05-19-2010, 08:38 PM
The Sarmatian armor would not be that different in materials and construction to the Samurai lamellar. I am unsure of the Alani armor and the Saxons I know used primarily maille. I must admit I am more knowledgeable with Far Eastern armors and weaponry due to martial arts but there are similarities. The Japanese used maille 3 in 1 pattern for armpits and such. The Ninja used cloth or leather with metal plates sewn to it. (see Osprey) The Chinese had the star pattern lamellar that interlocked. That is some interesting stuff! So what major differences where there besides cultural influence and types of metal working?
Craig Bellofatto
Going to college for Massage Therapy. So reading alot of Latin Terminology
It is like a finger pointing to the moon. DON\'T concentrate on the finger or you miss all the heavenly glory before you!-Bruce Lee
Train easy; the fight is hard. Train hard; the fight is easy.- Thai Proverb
Going to college for Massage Therapy. So reading alot of Latin Terminology
It is like a finger pointing to the moon. DON\'T concentrate on the finger or you miss all the heavenly glory before you!-Bruce Lee
Train easy; the fight is hard. Train hard; the fight is easy.- Thai Proverb
