gambeson greaves leopold suede leather brown

gambeson greaves leopold suede leather brownThe gambeson greaves protect the lower leg. The bottom of these shin guards also protects the feet and ankles. Crafted from suede leather with a cotton canvas lining, the greaves feature a polyester padding. They may be fastened with laces at the back.

The slip dress always had to show above the hangeroc as well

Originals may be seen in

It can be fastened securely with the cotton cord

The collar is raised and is finished with laces featuring wooden ends

The chape is crafted in the Borre Viking art style

featuring raised edges and rivets for extra strength

held at the Museum of Cultural History in Oslo

whilst the padding is crafted from wool felt

A strong and thick hard leather gauntlet for the right hand

The fabric strips that adorn the sleeves and neckline also fit in early medieval fashion

The Milanese armour style is recognisable by the large

and may also have played a ritual role in offerings