surcoat checked black red

surcoat checked black redThe tradition of wearing a surcoat over armour began during the Crusades. Surcoats helped prevent overheating by shielding the armour from direct sunlight. They also provided ideal protection for the mail hauberk and later helped protect plate armour from corrosion and rust. The surcoat features a slit, permitting the knight to employ it more easily for cavalry purposes. From the late 12th century, knights primarily wore long surcoats. By the mid 13th

though they feature an extra button

All Epic Armoury weapons meet high safety standards

with a blade of 82 cm and a thickness of 25 mm

Each dagger is handmade and manually coloured

They have a brown colour

A sterling silver beard bead featuring a medieval knot motif

The LARP sword is comfortable to hold and is constructed with a leather grip

This battle-ready bascinet is constructed from 2 mm thick steel and includes an adjustable leather liner

and is well-suited to do-it-yourself painting in whichever colours you prefer

Transport weight (gram): 2000 *

S MLXLXXLXXXLChest circumference 98 cm106 cm110 cm114 cm118 cm132 cmHip circumference136 cm148 cm152 cm164 cm170 cm186 cmLength144 cm147 cm149 cm150 cm153 cm154 cm

They are likewise particularly suitable for film and theatre