jackchains 14th 15th century

jackchains 14th 15th centuryThese jackchains would have been worn by the common soldier throughout the 14th and 15th centuries. They provide protection to the joints and bones of the arm whilst not weighing or costing as much as a full arm harness. The solid metal strips would stop strikes which could not be fully stopped by cloth or chain armour, often saving a soldier's arm from serious injury. The common soldier of this period could not afford a full suit of plate armour, but

The pendant is semi-granulated and constructed from silvered bronze

The Viking tunic is based on fragments of historical originals

and a skin with differing textures

The crest on this helmet

The torque is a replica of originals from the La Tène period

permitting them to be easily removed and/or replaced if desired

and both the visor and skull are sharply pointed to deflect blows

often with projecting spurs on either side of the eye (yoke-like projections)

high-quality cotton

Damascus steel combines the good properties of softer and harder steel

5 cm thick

The sleeves are wide