![]() True breastplates reappear in Europe in 1340 first composed of wrought iron and later of steel.Īround 1400, these early breastplates only covered the upper torso with the lower torso not being protected by plate until the development of the Fauld (Faulds) are a piece of plate armour worn below a breastplate to protect the waist and hips. ![]() The breastplate is the front portion of plate armour covering the torso, in ancient times was usually made of leather, bronze or iron in antiquity.Īround 1000 AD knights of the period were wearing mail in the form of a hauberk over a padded tunic.ĭuring the 13th century, Plates protecting the torso, plates directly attached to a knightly garment known as the surcoat. The Breastplate is the front portion of plate armour covering the torso The Cuirass refer to the complete torso-protecting armour. All of our functional Cuirasses and breastplate, you can choose which type of steel you would like it made from. All you have to do is check out the Leather Helmets section of Medieval Armour and you're sure to find just the leather helmet you need to keep your skull safe.A Functional Cuirass and breastplate is a device worn over the torso to protect it from injury. And if you're a warrior that's searching for something historic, then you're in luck, because we have leather Norman helmets, Greek leather helmets, fantasy styled leather helmets and so many more different styles! And since some of these helmets are made from hardened armor-grade leather, they can hold up well in combat, making them fantastic SCA leather helmets as well as great reenactment helmets in general! You can even wear them as a LARP leather helmet, if you're looking for the maximum level of protection possible! Just because you don't want to wear a metal helmet doesn't mean you're out of luck. Unlike steel, though, with a leather helm, you don't have to worry about something like rust! We have fantasy leather helmets that are perfect for creating a distinctive and unique look for a warrior looking for something new and interesting, just like we have leather medieval helmets for a more traditional warrior that's looking for something that's historically accurate and lightweight. And just like traditional steel helmets, these leather helmets come in a wide variety of styles. ![]() Each and every one of the leather helms featured here at Medieval Armour is a fantastic item that's crafted from the best quality leather, ensuring that each helmet is a piece of armor that's worthy of any warrior. ![]() When a metal helmet is too heavy, a warrior should turn to a leather helmet to provide the protection you need with the mobility you desire. ![]()
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