Bronze

The alloy of copper and tin has been used for crafting since ancient times. It is softer than iron based alloys, but does not rust, and is significantly better than nothing.
An alloy made from copper and tin, bronze is an attractive Metal but still inferior to common iron and steel. Any weapon made from bronze must make a saving throw on a natural roll of 1 or break. Likewise, bronze armor is one armor class below what a normal steel armor should be.

Bronze

Common Metal
Cost: 4 sp/lb. Ferrus: Non-ferrous AC: 18 Description: Reddish brown Metal. An alloy of copper & tin. Natural Properties: Normal. Rustproof.
Armor, Shields.

• Normal. -1 penalty to AC.
• Artisan. Eliminates the -1 penalty.

Weapons.
• Normal. -1 penalty to attack and damage rolls.
• Artisan. Eliminates the -1 penalty
Type
Metal