long gambeson cream

long gambeson creamThe first documented use of the gambeson dates to the late 11thearly 12th century AD, although it is likely that gambesons were already employed in the early Middle Ages. The gambeson could be worn on its own or beneath a hauberk. Under chainmail, it protected the body from the direct impact of blows. Hauberks were sometimes so thick and tough that they could even provide protection against arrows fired with low draw weight. This type of gambeson is

just as the original was

every piece is unique

The arm guards fit arms up to 18 cm wide and 22 cm long

Please note: this mug is not suitable for warm liquids

Whilst no complete finds exist

The leather flap can be worn according to your own wishes: folded or raised

The blade has been designed for Martial Arts and HEMA

A beautiful dark red ankle-length dress with a brown seam and decorative brown stitches around the neckline and on the sleeves

the armour features leather straps that permit adjustment of the size

functionality

The armour is well-suited to either arm

and is equally well-suited to LARP and Cosplay