Long Sleeves For Gambeson Warrior
These padded sleeves from Epic Armoury are designed to pair with the Epic Armoury Warrior Gambeson Torso, sold separately, attaching quickly with the included cotton cords and long-lasting brass eyelets.
Built to function as armor on their own, the sleeves layer heavy, fluffed 100% polyester between layers of 100% heavy cotton twill, all stitched together in vertical lines that keep the padding in place and echo a classic European high-medieval style.
Gambeson-style quilted armor has European roots but has been used worldwide since ancient times, making the Warrior Gambeson a flexible basic that works across a wide range of settings and eras.
- Available in Epic Black, Ox Brown, Natural and Desert Beige colors
- Available in sizes S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL and 2XL/3XL/4XL
History
- Quilted armor has existed since at least 400 BCE
- Commonly worn as padding beneath chainmail or plate armor
- Records show a high-medieval European gambeson could stop a sword blow from breaking the skin
- When layered under chainmail, it could also absorb heavy arrow strikes and blows from maces and axes
- This particular style was often favored by freemen, mercenaries, and other independent fighters
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