gambeson gustav brown

gambeson gustav brownThe gambeson features half length sleeves. Crafted from rough woven canvas, it is constructed with a soft cotton lining. The padding is made of polyester. This sturdy gambeson is well suited to wear beneath armour and chainmail, as well as separately during battles. It may be fastened at the front with four leather straps.

The fibre glass is protected by a layer of kevlar

on a red scarf known as a focale

whilst some sources suggest it remained in use until as late as 1050 AD

it has been designed to be 1/3rd flexible and just as strong as a steel sword

Axes of this type were employed throughout Northern Europe from the 8th century onwards

It is available in sizes M (for a head circumference of up to 61 cm) and L (for a head circumference of up to 64 cm)

also employed for other purposes — which is why this double Viking axe has been made battle-ready

amongst the forearms

Several seaxes of a similar type are known from southern England (three from London

A fine medieval dagger with scabbard by Windlass Steelcrafts

The tunic Ekwin has been designed with generous leg space

The belt is a replica of Medieval originals that were worn across Europe between 1350 and 1450