medieval gambeson shapur burgundy

medieval gambeson shapur burgundyIn the Middle Ages, the gambeson was worn as a protective coat against cuts and blows in combat. Gambesons were worn both separately and beneath chainmail or armour. The sturdy, long gambeson offers optimal protection to the chest, arms and legs. The gambeson is fastened at the front with leather straps and is crafted from rough woven canvas with polyester padding.

but is also popular with more experienced LARPers who prefer a simple and practical design

Renaissance and Golden Age reenactment

with the ring-shaped pommel presumed to date back to the 13th century

The design is straightforward

the holder is well-suited to almost all LARP weapons

The snake was frequently depicted in Roman art and jewellery

as the helmet closes behind the bevor

The hand-and-a-half sword is supplied complete with a scabbard

These vambraces are despatched as a pair

The reverse bears various leather straps

This gambeson is also fully functional and may be worn beneath full armour or separately

as each can be fastened and untied by means of laces