Trousers, Thorsbjerg Mose, c. 500 - MADE TO ORDER

Thorsbjerg is the southernmost of the great war booty bog sites, located in Schleswig-Holstein just north of Süderbrarup. Until 1863 a part of Denmark, the area is now part of Germany and findings from Thorsbjerg Mose are held by the Landesmuseum in Schloss Gottorf, Schleswig.

These trousers are based on the archaeological remains from Thorsbjerg Mose, currently housed in the Landesmuseum. Although dating remains uncertain, circa 500 AD seems to be commonly accepted.

Made of high quality wools, our reproduction retains most of the details of the sophisticated cut of the original, including the crotch gusset composed of 2 pieces, applied waistband and belt loops. The fit is slim through the leg yet roomy in the seat, allowing for freedom of movement while fighting or riding. There is no opening, the waistband is sized to slide up over the hips and be secured around the waist by a belt. 

Please note: These trousers do not have feet. The attached feet found in the archaeological remains can be added as a custom option. Select 'add feet' from the drop down menu below.

PRODUCTION NOTE

This garment is Made to Order in your choice of fabrics (wool or linen) and your choice of colours. We can advise on fabric/colour suitability for various reenactment groups. 

  • Available in waist sizes 30" - 42"
  • We are unable to accomodate waist sizes larger than 42"
  • Custom/Made to measure garments are individually made and custom sized using the measurements you provide.
  • A request for information will follow receipt of your order. Please allow up to 14 days for the request to arrive. If you have not received a request for information in 14 days from the time of your order please check your spam filter and/or contact us. 
  • Please measure carefully, made to measure garments can not be returned.
  • Please allow up to 8 weeks for production plus adequate shipping time for your made to order garment.

This product has been developed in consultation with the Authenticity Officers for Regia Anglorum in the US and UK, as well as the Authenticity Officers for the Vikings UK and NA. Although it is policy for both groups to avoid giving blanket endorsements to vendors, this garment conforms to current Regia Anglorum and Vikings kit standards.

Reference Photo credit:
(trousers) Landesmuseum, Schloss Gottorf, Schleswig
(pattern) The Development of Costume, Naomi Tarrant

Please order carefully, custom and made to order garments are not returnable.

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This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 23 February, 2010.