Volume 1, Issue 1

Welcome to the current issue of "The Shield and Sword" newsletter. Each edition is packed with special discounts available only to our customers, new items added, and more. Unlike other newsletters that only promote overstocked or dead inventory, we will let you know about large discounts on popular products and items we are importing at a lower cost...and passing the savings on to you!

This is a private newsletter, accessible only to customers of Real Armor of God.com, and it is only available… every now and then. We publish on an irregular schedule - only sending it out when we really have something to say… or a really good offer!


In this issue we have:

Sneak Peeks: A look at 4 new product lines never before sold in the market! As a reader of this newsletter you will have the first chance to grab'em!

New Items: We have added 64 new items to our store. Things like: 8 Metal Medieval Crowns, 4 Wigs (Cleopatra plus 3 Renaissance for men and women), Metal Golden Laurel Leaf Crown (Greek/Roman), 7 European Helmets, 2 Breastplates, 4 Pickelhaube (German spiked helmets), and much more...

Exclusive Offers: This is our way of thanking you for your business. (Valid through 10-31-07) Offering:
Free Helmet Liner with any helmet purchase!
Deeper Discount on our top selling Norman Nasal Helm (ARM1118)
Free Steel Dagger with ANY purchase!

New Specials: Chainmail coif $19 (butted rings, carbon steel, zinc coated)

Extended Specials: Chainmail shirt, Roman muscle armor

Featured Articles: The Last Legion, The Last 300

Thank you for your time, and I hope you enjoy this issue of The Shield and Sword newsletter.

With kind regards,
John

John Cooper
President, Real Armor of God.com


Sneak Peeks:

  • Signature Collection Swords:
    Most collectors and sword enthusiasts are very familiar with the quality of Christian Fletcher hilts and scabbards, and the superior, carbon steel blades made by Angus Trim. Now, for the first time, Christian Fletcher designed hilts and scabbards have been combined with Angus Trim blades and are being made available to you within our Signature Collection of swords and scabbards. (Retail price is currently estimated to be in the $350-$400 range.) The first 3 designs of these Sparring Swords (Tactical Swords) have been photographed and are available for viewing. (Manufacturer prices are not set yet) Contact Us if you want to get in line!
  • Red Cross Templar Sword G2:
    Be one of the only people this Fall to own the new Templar Crusader Sword G2, currently available ONLY at RealArmorOfGod.com. We bought the entire 1st shipment, and they are now in stock! (Act fast - we only have 10 left!)
  • Maximus Gladiator Costume:
    We are manufacturing a new Maximus Gladiator Costumes! Each will be high quality with a black leather breastplate, greaves and wristbands; Custom made blue tunic with torn collar and sleeves; Sandals; helmet, sword and baldric. Contact Us if you want to get in line! (Available September 2007)
  • Engraved Leather Bible Covers (Handmade):
    We have found the original craftsman of the best selling leather bible covers from the 70's and 80's and negotiated a special relationship for the exclusive distribution of these handmade leather Bible covers with new designs! Design photos coming soon. (Available November 2007)

New Items Added:

  • Medieval Crowns & Scepter (Metal)
    Eight (8) new designs of metal crowns are available. Gold plated king crowns for men, sterling-silver plated queens crown for women. Generously adorned with varied sizes of clear gems (real crystal!), and some have large acrylic faceted colored gems too!
  • Nasal Helmets (starting at $65)
    Four (4) new nasal helmets have been added with great pricing. Each helmet is well made from carbon steel and come in a nice variety of designs. Perfect for wide range of period looks.
  • Wigs
    Wigs are designed to help you enhance the look of your historic costume. Newly added wigs include our Renaissance wig for men, two for women, plus we now have a beautiful Cleopatra wig for your Egyptian Queen costume.
  • Metal Golden Laurel Leaf Crown
    Complete your Greek Toga or Roman Emperor costume with this hard to find Metal Golden Laurel Leaf Crown. This crown can be form-fitted for a more comfortable fit. The leaves are individually secured in place allowing them to be shaped into any position you like, and the detailed ridged leaf pattern is unlike any other crown we have seen. It has taken us more that 2 years to find a Metal Golden Laurel Leaf Crown that meets our standards. We hope you love it as much as we do.
  • New Armor
    7 European Helmets (shako helmets too)
    2 European Breastplates
    2 Leather Brigandine
    4 Spanish Conquistador Helmets (Comb Morion)
    4 Pickelhaube (Preuben Kurassier) aka: German spiked helmets
  • Theater Quality Stage Clothing (23 new designs)
    New high-end Medieval and Renaissance clothes are now available in 23 new designs. These are very well made and perfect for stage performances. Available in matching designs for men and women. Click on Stage Clothing to view this new line of beautiful costumes.
  • Much More...
    Visit RealArmorOfGod.com to find more new items in a variety of categories.

Exclusive Offers:

We are discounting these top quality products as our way of thanking you for your business.

  • Coupon Codes: Expired
    Now Only $42.00! This is a Deeper Discount on our top selling Norman Nasal Helm (ARM1118). Add this helmet to your order and enter the Coupon Code during the check-out process to get 75% off the normal price (Save $143.00!)... We will automatically add the ACC2023 foam helmet padding to your order for you for Free! (offer expires 10/31/07)
The following offers should NOT be added to your shopping cart. Once you've met the requirement for the offer, just enter the Coupon Code during the checkout process and we'll add the free item to your order automatically!
  • Coupon Codes: Expired
    Free Helmet Liner (ACC2121) with any helmet purchase! Protect your scalp with our thick padded, cotton helmet liner. Simply add any helmet to your order and enter the Coupon Code during the check-out process. We will automatically add the helmet liner to the order for you, and it's FREE! (offer expires 10/31/07)
  • Coupon Codes: Expired
    Free Dagger with any sword purchase!
    Add one of these 2 very popular, stainless steel daggers to any sword purchase at no additional charge! Normally $34 each, we are giving you this fabulous offer to show you our appreciation. Select your sword then enter one of the dagger Coupon Codes below during the check-out process. We will automatically add the corresponding dagger to the order for you, and it's FREE! (offer expires 10/31/07)
    To receive a Roman Dagger (SWD5165) use Coupon Code: Expired
    To receive a Medieval Dagger (SWD5089) use Coupon Code: Expired

New Specials:

Chainmail coif at a super special price of $19.00 This is our top quality, zinc coated, carbon steel chainmail coif with butted rings. We import this item directly and that is how we can give you this unheard of price!


Extended Specials:

Chainmail Shirt for just $97.00 and Roman Muscle Armor only $95.00 (add helmet for $55.00)
We have been able to secure another few months of incredible pricing on our top quality chainmail shirts (zinc coated, carbon steel with butted rings), as well as, for our Roman muscle armor and matching Roman helmets. This super low price is available to you because of our special importer contracts. It is that simple. We import direct and you save! (These prices are below wholesale armor prices.)


Featured Articles:

The Last Legion
The Last Legion, a movie by Dino de Laurentiis, is an entertaining tale of the last days of the Roman Empire and the fate of the young emperor, Romulus Augustus. The story creatively incorporates the famed sword Excalibur and the last Roman legion who remained loyal to the young emperor as he lost the Roman Empire. But what does history tell us about the Last Legion of Roman and Excalibur? The struggles for power between two Roman emperors, rebellion within the Roman army and secret alliances with barbarians are now revealed...for the full article, go to http://www.realarmorofgod.com/last-legion.html

The Last 300
Most people today know the fate of The Last 300 Spartans thanks to the movie 300. But the true historical account of The Last 300 Spartans is absolutely fascinating! What started the war that destroyed the fierce 300 Spartans? Learn about the nearby allies who betrayed the Spartans peal for help and left open the famed mountain pass, as well as historic details of the 3-day battle of The Last 300 Spartans...for the full article, go to http://www.realarmorofgod.com/the-last-300.html


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