english civil war doublet black

english civil war doublet blackDoublets were extremely popular in the 16th century. Around this time, a leather jacket or vest was sometimes worn over the doublet. This type of doublet was worn from the first half of the 16th century onwards. They provided extra protection against the cold whilst permitting good freedom of movement. Doublets were worn during the Dutch Golden Age and in the time of Elizabeth I of England. The doublet is decorated with black satin stitching. It

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

the brooch is handmade and measures 6 x 3

permitting it to be divided into different sections

and weighs approximately 3 kg

Pixanes were sewn to the gambeson and were usually worn beneath the suit of armour

890 g and is well-suited to warming-ups and beginning sword-fighters

whilst the hobnails also serve to protect the soles from wear

where they became immensely popular

and every individual item has a slightly different look

5 cm approx

The bow is supplied complete with a bowstring and sheath

Constructed from several overlapping plates