cavalry hauberk black mild steel

cavalry hauberk black mild steelThe hauberk of this type was widely employed in the Middle Ages. The split permits easier movement whilst riding a horse, and affords a little greater freedom of movement overall. The hauberk has long sleeves and is crafted from mild steel. Chainmail shirts such as these were worn from the 11th century onwards. This type of long chainmail shirt, also called a hauberk, features a split. The split provides extra comfort whilst riding a horse. 11th12th

The bag is a replica of a 9th-century original excavated in the Viking town of Birka

This sallet is constructed in the German style and features a neck piece consisting of several lames

During the Renaissance

is hand-forged

Ankle boots such as these were worn by all classes in society

also lined on the inside with soft cotton

The blade is razor sharp

when a battle started

Short chainmail shirts such as these were worn by Vikings and others during the early Middle Ages

The Shalvar trousers are based on a 3rd–4th century original

By the 9th century

Sword scabbards may be hung easily in the loop of the belt