"A seasoned warrior knows that unkempt hair and a knotted beard invite discomfort beneath an arming cap or mail coif. Regular grooming is neither vanity nor luxury; it is the discipline of the encampment." Osric, Keeper of the Hearth & Forge
Shaped from authentic ox horn, this comb reflects the personal implements carried across Norse, Roman, and early medieval hearths. Every blank is worked by hand and polished smooth, bringing forward unique grain shifts, patterns, and natural tones. No two examples share identical character, ensuring your kit bears an individual mark of the horncarver?s craft.
Engineered for genuine utility, the comb incorporates dual-sided teeth. The wider tines tease out stubborn knots and windblown snarls, whilst the opposing fine tines neaten hair, moustaches, and beards before muster. Compact at approximately 7 cm by 7.5 cm, the piece easily slips within a leather belt pouch, mess satchel, or sea chest without adding cumbersome weight to your marching baggage.
Though ox horn yields resilient teeth capable of enduring daily toil, natural keratin demands mindful stewardship. Safeguard the piece against drops onto hard flagstones, as abrupt impact can fracture the material. Cleanse solely with cool water and gentle soap, drying the horn immediately. Keep it far from fierce fires, scalding water, and harsh chemical concoctions. Maintained with proper regard, this comb remains a trusty, battle-ready companion throughout seasons of reenactment, living history displays, and field campaigns.
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Crafted to historic specifications for re-enactors, living history, and LARP. Built to look, feel, and drape as it should.
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