Sleeveless gambeson of XII-XIII centuries

Sleeveless gambeson was very popular model of padded armour in XII-XIII centuries and was used mostly by archers or soldiers, who didn't take a participation in combats.

This gambison is necessary part of medieval soldier's costume, despite of poor safety. 

There is leather strap on the collar for fastening. 

You can use this light gambeson for:

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

Base price includes following options:

1. 1-2 layers of padding (natural sheet wadding 50% cotton, 50% wool);
2. Natural (uncoloured) cotton for outer and inner shell;
3. XS-size;
4. Black leather straps;
5. Straight bottom edge;

Please have a look also at sleeveless gambeson with festoons and standard model of sleeveless gambeson of the XI-XII century with fastening from the front. If you need long gambeson or short-sleeved padded gambeson, these items might be interesting for you: long gambeson of the XI-XV centuries, gambeson of the VI-XIII centuries.

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.