Armor

Splinted protection was widespread in the XIV-XVI centuries and was very popular among the european and asian warriors. This model of greaves is made of croupon leather of 3.5-4 mm thick and normal steel pates 1.0 mm.  The main specific of splinted armour is the plates, that are riveted both to the outer and inner side of greaves. There are leather belts with steel buckles for the fixation on the leg. Splinted greaves together with knee caps and splinted tasses make a perfect unit of medieval leg protection of the middle XIV century. We recommend you to use greaves only over the padded chausses.

Splinted protection of trunk was not spread. But it was very popular type of limbs protection among the soldiers in the XIV-XVI centuries. Splinted tasses are made of croupon leather of 3.5-4 mm and normal steel pates 1.0 mm.  The main specific of splinted armour is the plates, that are riveted both to the outer and inner side of tasses. There are leather belts with steel buckles for the fixation on the thighs. We recommend you to wear this armour over the padded chausses. Plate greaveas and knee caps together with tasses make a perfect set of medieval leg protection.

Brigandine tasses were typical protection of warriors in the 1360-1440 years, and you can see them on medieval miniatures. This brigandine protections consists of three parts: -brigandine tasses -plate knee caps -brigandine protection for under-knee part Brigandine parts are made of thick 3-4 mm leather. Metal plates are overlapped from the inside. Please choose the wished type and thickness of metal in options.

Brigandine protection of thigh was very popular among the warriors in the XIV-XV centuries. Thigh protection has outer lay, that can be made of wool, silk, suede, leather or velvet, and the main layer made of thick canvas. Linen, cotton or silk are available for order as lining fabric. Base price includes the metal plates made of normal steel 1.0 mm. You can choose in options titanium or stainless steel as well. Thigh protection is being fastened to the padded chausses or belt with leather straps. Thigh protection together with brigandine and bracers make a perfect kit of medieval brigandine protection.

Anatomical greaves are made of waxed leather of 3.5-4 mm thick with simple brass rivets and burrs. They are fixed on the calf with leather belts with brass buckles. Leather knee caps of the same design will be perfect addition to this model of greaves. To agree any changes in the presented model, please contact us at sales@steel-mastery.com

Hand-crafted leg defenseStandard options: - cold rolled steel, 1,5 mm (16 ga) - painting inside - satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather straps - comfortable and mobile NOTE!!! Prices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration.You can also order steel arm defense "Fentesy" on our site.

Greaves of gladiator are made of leather 3.5-4 mm thick. Simple brass rivets and burrs were used. Greaves with chafe effect are fixed with thick leather belts with brass buckles on the calf.  Bracers, greaves and helmet in the same design make perfect set of gladiator armour. If you wish any changes to be made in this model of greaves, please contact us at sales@steel-mastery.com

Greaves are made of waxed leather 3.5-4 mm thick. They are fixed with leather belts with steel buckles on the calf. Pattern is tooled on the leather, silver shadows are made by paint spraying. Greaves are part of female fantasy armour. Together with bracers, spaulders and corset, greaves create a character of brave warrioress. Please contact us at sales@steel-mastery.com to agree the wished colour and decoration.

Legs' protection is the same important thing as protection of head and body. Mail stockings with chainmail or hauberk were the most popular armour among both infantry forces and horse cavalry. From the end of XIV century, mail armour had become to be displaced by plate armour. This model of classic mail stockings is being made of mild steel rings 2 x 10 mm. Type of butting is 4 rings in 1. Blued or stainless steel are also available for order in options. Gambeson and padded chausses will be a great addition to the mail stockings. Price is mentioned for size XS (approximate weight of pair is 7 kg).

Hand-crafted closed hinged greaves perfectly protect your calfs, and make a perfect leg protection together with plate legs of the XIV-XV century. Standard options: - cold rolled steel, 1.0 mm - painting inside to prevent rusting - satin polish finish  - steel rivets and buckles  - high quality leather straps  

Complex knee protection consists of knee cap and additional segments for better protection and a rondels. Standard options: - cold rolled steel, 1,0 mm; - painting inside; - satin polish finish;  - steel rivets and buckles;  - high quality leather straps   Pricesfor decorative options are under discussion. They depend on the complexity of decoration.  Please, note, that picture shows knee protection in mirror polish and decoration with brass strips and etching. They are for additional price.

Standard options: - cold rolled steel, 1,5 mm (16 ga) and knee caps 2 mm (14 ga) - painting inside -satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather straps Note!!! The pictures show blued armour with brass rivets and fastenings made of red leather and casb brass buckles, tails and attaching plates for the straps. All these options are for additional payment. You can order the finger gauntlets separately or make a kit of English gothic armour withother products in this style from our website. We offer gothic english arms , gothic cuirass,spaulders and finger gauntletsthe weight is for the item in standard options 

Hand-crafted leg defenseStandard options: - cold rolled steel, 1,5 mm (16 ga) - painting inside - satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather straps - comfortable and mobile NOTE!!! Prices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration.You can also order steel arm defense "Fentesy" on our site.

Hand-crafted legs with knee caps:Standard options:- cold rolled steel, 1,5 mm (16 ga), 2.0 mm (14 ga) knee caps- painting inside - satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather strapsPrices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration. the weight is for the item in standard options 

Hand-crafted steel knee caps: Standard options: - cold rolled steel, 1,5 mm (16 ga) - painting inside - satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather straps-plain rondel for better protectionPrices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration. the weight is for the item in standard options

Well-known "Avant Armour" is dating from about 1440-1445 years. It was crafted in Corio workshop, Milano, and was belong to fon Matsch, the owner of Churburg Castle in 1445. Now this armour is in almost perfect condition and is shown in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glazgo, Scotland. These hand-crafted plate legs with segmental knee caps guarantee perfect protection and freedom of movement at the same time. With plate legs, you can also make an order for Milan-style cuirass and arms plates with couter. Please note, that only base price is mentioned below. If you would like to order some other options, please contact us. 

Hand-crafted legs with knee caps are a part of Churburg-style armour.  Base price includes: - cold rolled steel, 1,0 mm  - knee caps - painting inside  - satin polish finish  - steel rivets and buckles  - high quality leather straps  - comfortable and mobile

Hand-crafted legs with knee caps of the second part of the XV century (1450-1490 years). Standard options: - cold rolled steel, 1,0 mm - painting inside - satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather strap Prices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration. the weight is for the item in standard options 

We offer you an excellent historical replica of legs with knee caps. The long of thighs is reduced and it describes 16 century. The protection is equipped a knee impingement plate. Along the edges is rolling and it is the extra durability. So you are in absolutely safe with our armour!

Sabatons are the type of plate shoes. This model is a part of Churburg-style armour of the XIV century. We make such sabatons individually to your measures, so be sure, that they will fit you perfectly! Standard options: - cold rolled steel, 1.0 mm - painting inside to prevent rusting - satin polish finish  - steel rivets and buckles  - high quality leather straps Prices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration.  

This model of sabatons in type duck beak was invented about 1550. We offer you almost exact replica. The sabatons are realized of 1,5 mm. There are two holes for fixing on your shoes. The sabatons are very comfort and reliable safe you in the battle!

We offer you an excellent historical replica of classic half greaves. This armour is realized with anatomically perfect form and fits very comfortable. This model protects only front side and has two cords for fixing. The half greaves are equipped two holes for fixing under knee.

Hand-crafted steel knee caps:  Standard options:  - cold rolled steel, 1,5 mm (16 ga) - painting inside - satin polish finish - steel rivets and buckles - high quality leather straps  -rondel for better protection Prices for decorative options are under discussion. They depend from the complexity of decoration.  The photo shows knee cap with complex leather decoretion, whis is for additional payment. the weight is for the item in standard options 

Three quarters greaves, XV century

These leather padding protect your elbows and knees, supporting and fixing them mildly.  Standard options:  - outer shell is made of leather - inner shell is made of 100 % natural homespun-kind cotton fabric - staffed with sheet wadding It goes good together with steel elbow caps and knee caps.

The padded chausses are perfect protection of your legs during medieval battles or trainings and can be used with any type of armour. It is being fastened to the gambeson or doublet with leather straps. There are drawstrings on the calves for comfortable and tight wearimg, that is very important when using closed hinged greaves over the chausses. Chausses have one layer of padding, but you can order more than one layer. It is being made only of natural fabrics of different colours. If you want to order two-coloured medieval chausses, please contact us and mention the exact colours and its position. We recommend to use padded chausses with medieval gambeson and brigandine. Belt is not included to the price.

Classic medieval padded chausses are acceptable for any type of armour. They provide a good protection for warrior's legs, amortize hits well and do not limit mobility. This model has leather sole, that makes chausses very comfortable. They are fastened with leather strings to the fabric belt or braies. Chausses together with gambeson make a good set of padded body protection. We recommend you to order chausses with linen or cotton lining, as it will make them more comfortable and long-term in use. There are chausses with lacing on the back side of leg and without lacing. While ordering, please inform us to sales@steel-mastery.com, what model do you prefer. Chausses are being made 100% natural linen, cotton, silk or wool. Belt is not included to the price.

Medieval padded thigh protection is made of natural fabric and has two layers of padding. Up to 6 layers of padding are available for order - the quantity depends on the type of armour, that you plan to use over this protection. Thigh protection is being fastened with leather straps to the belt. If you want to order two-coloured medieval thigh protection, please contact us and advise the exact colours and its position.

This padding secures your elbows and knees, supporting and fixingthem mildly during medieval battles or trainings. It is being used together with steel elbow caps and knee caps. Standard options:  - 100 % natural homespun-kind fabric  - staffed with sheet wadding (natural material)

Medieval chausses are being fastened to the holes in braies or to the wide belt. Also, belt is perfect for fastening of the brigandine or plate leg protection. Three-layered belt with width 10 cm is made of hard uncoloured linen. All holes are sewn round by hand. Firm black or brown leather belts are included to the price.