Aketon, second half of the 14th - first half of the 15th century

Aketon is sewn by the historically correct pattern of Carl VI’ padded aketon and is dated about of 1370-1400.

Most often, aketon was thinner than simple medieval gambeson armor. It had been sewn of expensive fabrics, decorated with embroidering or heraldic symbol of owner. The sleeves of this padded jacket were removable and had fastenings.

Rare, poor knights were worn aketon as separate armor. 

You give us your specific measures and wishes - we make you a completely custom gambeson that will bring you joy and comfort for a long time! 

Base price includes following options:

1. 1-2 layers of padding (natural sheet wadding 50% cotton, 50% wool);
2. Cotton for outer shell
3. Cotton lining;
4. Standard sleeves’ attaching (closed armpit);
5. XS-size;
6. Black leather straps;
7. Straight bottom edge;
8. No fastenings for steel arms.

You can use this gambison for:

• SCA
• HEMA
• Larp
• Stage performances
• Medieval festivals
• Reenactment events

We offer you also these models of medieval aketons: arming doublet/aketon 1360 year, medieval aketon of leather XV century, aketon of the XV century. If you want long or sleeveless gambeson, please have a look at these popular items: Eastern gambeson, sleeveless gambeson.

Padded chausses will complete your body protection. 

In section “Gambeson” you can see all models that we offer for ordering. If you didn’t find any for your taste and wish, please send us photo and description of the required model and we will make it for you.

In this article we're telling how to choose a gambeson.