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Arming Garments

Arming garments were necessary elements of armor for knight fighting. Medieval gambesons provided hit amortization, protection against attrition from the armor and the possibility of attaching various armor parts to them. Sometimes a gambeson was the only protection for poorer men-at-arms worn during knight fights.

Apart from the protective value of the arming garments, they could play representative and identification roles for knights. The fabric structure of the padded armor depends highly on its purpose. For example, it is most probable that archers wore thick and sturdy gambesons to be protected from arrow hits while knights often used softer and thinner padded protection under steel armor or chainmail, only to avoid bruises and abrasions during knight fights.

Among arming garments we can enumerate: a gambeson, a padded hose, a padded coif, a padded hood, padded gloves, a wappenrock, a cotte d'armes, an aketon. These elements make a perfect set under armor for knight fighting.

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"Hannover" pourpoint

Late-medieval pourpoint from 14th and 15th century. Our gambeson is characterized by low weight, high mobility, and historical look. It’s proper for both fighters and civilians....

Century: 14th, 15th

A gambeson type 8

Gambeson with vertical sewings starting from the waist, without the collar.This gambeson fits well to the body. Standard version of gambeson buttoned up with 15 tin buttons. Sleeves with vertical sewings starting from the elbow to the wrist. 2 part cut of the sleeve provides better manoeuvrability d...

Century: 14th, 15th

Arming doublet

An arming doublet is dedicated for the reenactors of the 14th and the 15th century . It is shorter than standard gambesons but it bears similar protective features....

Century: 15th

Basic gambeson type 1 (cotton)

Gambeson of a simple cut (back part made of one piece), it's shape refers to gambesons from 14th & 15th century. The outer layer is made of thick and durable cotton fabric. The gambeson is fully functional and the price is lower because we use cotton. We produce only standard sizes of this type (S, ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Bayeux tapestry gambeson

A model of medieval gambeson based on Bayeux tapestry. It is characterized by diamond shaped stitchings on its whole surface. Our gambeson reaches the knees and has characteristic sleeves reaching the elbow area. The outer layer and the lining of this medieval gambeson are made of linen. ...

Century: 12th

Binding

Made of leather, used to attach the armour. It has two eyelets with a 50cm strap pulled through. The edge has small holes to sew it on the arming garment (gambesons etc)....

Century: 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th

Breton gambeson with short sleeve

This Breton clothing is a type of medieval gambeson perfect for 15th century reenactors. This short-sleeved gambeson is based on the late-medieval chronicles from Brittany. ...

Century: 15th

Catalan knight's gambeson

Our Catalan knight’s gambeson is a medieval aketon which is an indispensable part of every knight’s clothing . It has a collar and it is laced up in an overcast method. This gambeson will work well in knight fighting as well as in reenactment. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Coat of Arms Tunic

A fourteen-century outer tunic, put on an armor. The cut is our interpretation of the image from ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Doublet armor

An arming garment for the reenactors of the second half of the 15th century. Doublet armor is slightly shorter but similar in function to a gambeson....

Century: 15th

Dutch gambeson

This 15th century gambeson is closed with leather laces and has a high collar. The fitted gambeson will work out perfectly as a soldier’s medieval gambeson. ...

Century: 15th

Early gambeson with short sleeves

Early gambeson with short sleeves is a type of quilted armour which is a simple variation of an early gambeson. It will work perfectly as a medieval gambeson on or under armour. It’s an essential part of a set of armour and allows you to freely adjust the protection level. ...

Century: 13th, 14th

English archer gambeson

Archer gambeson of this type is an essential element of archer costume. Our gambeson is dated to the 15th century. It will work perfectly as an archer costume, but also as a late-medieval reenactment piece of clothing....

Century: 15th

French pourpoint

Based on a French iconography, the late-medieval 14th-century pourpoint will prove itself both in combat and as civilian clothing. This medieval gambeson is characterized by its low weight, natural padding and freedom of movement. Additionally, this aketon has a low-profiled collar. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Gambeson Basic Fechtschule

Specially designed model of gambeson. Gambeson has special system of layers which guarantees maximum protection and mobility with the minimal armament used. Additionally, it protects the body from stabs and cuts. The torso and the neck have overlaps which protect from stabs. The gambeson is tailor...

Century: 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th

Gambeson type 10

Long, loose gambeson with a slit on the back side. Wide sleeves. Standard version of gambeson includes 4 bindings (leather straps). This gambeson can be used as the only protection or worn outside the armour. This type of gambeson was used during the whole of the 14th century....

Century: 14th

Gambeson type Fechtschule Gdansk

Specially designed gambeson for ARMA and FEDER. Gambeson has special system of layers which guarantees maximum protection and mobility with the minimal armament used. Additionally, it protects the body from stabs and cuts. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

German pourpoint

The medieval German pourpoint is a replica of a 14th century gambeson based on German sources. Thanks to the use of new filling and cut-out, this ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Italian long gambeson

The Italian long gambeson is one of the longest in our collection. The look of our aketon derives from 14th century designs from Northern Italy. Our Italian medieval gambeson is put on through the head. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

King Arthur's knight gambeson

King Arthur’s knight gambeson will be a perfect choice for any person looking for medieval gambeson for historical reenactment or knight fighting. King Arthur’s knight aketon is based on historical sources and characterized by a high level of mobility. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Long medieval padded armor of Paris

Medieval padded armor of Paris is a type of gambeson for historical reenactment. This medieval gambeson was presented in iconography from the 14th and 15th centuries. This clothing is closed with leather laces and has a collar. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Long medieval pourpoint

A long medieval gambeson perfectly combines low weight, high mobility and historical look. Our medieval pourpoint will be a great choice for reenactors looking for a gambeson which will be convenient and based on historical sources. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Long quilted legs

Quilted hose worn under the chain mail hose. It is with stapes....

Century: 13th

Medieval gambeson from Arnstadt

Medieval gambeson from Arnstadt is an example of 14th century gambeson based on German historical sources. This model is characterized by lack of stitching on the torso. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Medieval gambeson Rehoboam

Medieval gambeson Rehoboam is a type of armor padding inspired by 14th century French sources. This gambeson is a perfect choice for anyone looking for aketon for medieval reenactment. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Notre-Dame Pourpoint

Late-medieval pourpoint based on French iconography from 14th and 15th century. Our gambeson is characterized by low weight, hight mobility, and historical look....

Century: 14th, 15th

One quilted glove

Single, left or right quilted combat glove. Dedicated for men during historical and LARP events. Worn together with ...

Century: 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th

One three fingered glove

A quilted glove with three fingers - left or right (please write your choice in ''additional information''box.
PLS0646 - LEFT
PLS0668 - RIGHT

Century: 14th, 15th

Outer gambeson type 1

Gambeson worn on the armour. Buttoned, very thin, quilted vertically. A gambeson made of wool with linen lining. In standard, it has 15 tin buttons. Gambeson very commonly shown in the iconography. Used at the fall of the XIV & XV century. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Outer gambeson type 2

Outer gambeson worn on protective armament. Without sleeves. It has 16 tin buttons. The gambeson is very thin; the bottom part (from waist downwards) is padded horizontally and the upper part is padded archly. The outer layer is linen or woolen and the lining is linen. It is commonly found in iconog...

Century: 14th, 15th

Over armor tunic

This type was used in 13th and in 1st half of 14th century. The price refers to a tunic in standard version (one colour, no applications). Tunic is made of wool with linen lining. For extra charge you can order applications or/and order a tunic in more than one colours.

Century: 13th, 14th

Over-armor robe

A loose garment for men, worn on armor as well as on as well ason gambeson itself during tournaments. It can be worn also as a representative garment, referring with its colors and additions to the home country or reenactment group....

Century: 15th

Padded armor from Morgan Bible

This piece of padded armor from the Morgan Bible is a type of medieval gambeson characterized by a simple design and universality. It is dedicated for reenactors of the early-medieval period. This type of aketon is put on over the head and closed with two tin buttons on the left side of the neck. Bo...

Century: 13th

Padded jack

We make our padded jack from over a dozen layers of fabric. It has 14 layers on the corps and 8 in sleeves. This type of gambeson (or aketon) differs from the rest of our medieval arming clothes. The filling from the many layers of fabric was made in accordance with historical guidelines. This ...

Century: 15th

Padded tunic 13th century

Thin quilted knee-long tunic with long sleeves and vertical seams. Simple cut of this tunic is based on a civil cotte. Pulled on over the head with no additional fastenings. From the hips down it is widened with wedges on the sides, cut on front and back. It has also small wedges under armpits to in...

Century: 12th, 13th

Pourpoint of Charles de Blois

A type of padded jack based on a pourpoint of Charles de Blois, who died in 1364. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Purpoint Sir Robert

Purpoint Sir Robert is a type of gambeson for any medieval fights lover. This medieval gambeson combines good mobility with light weight. As it is based on historical sources, one can wear it during reenactment events and HMBIA tournaments. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Purpoint without quilting

This purpoint without quilting is a type of medieval gambeson designed for knight fighting. This model of medieval jacket can be worn during reenactment events and as camp gambeson. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Quilted bonnet

Worn as a padding under the Helmet....

Century: 13th, 14th, 15th

Quilted gloves

A pair of quilted combat gloves. Dedicated for men during historical and LARP events. Worn together with ...

Century: 13th, 14th

Quilted hood

Quilted hood worn under the helmet or the chain mail bonnet....

Century: 13th, 14th, 15th

Quilted hood 13th century

Quilted hood sewn from four elements, worn under a chain mail bonnet or a helmet. Perfectly adjusts to various types of helmets (cervelliere, klappviser, close helmet) and thanks to its cut and seams it is comfortable to use and easy to put on....

Century: 13th

Rhombus aketon from Maciejowski Bible

This 13th century medieval gambeson is characterized by universality. Our Maciejowski Bible aketon will be perfect for early-medieval period reenactors. It is put on through head and closed with tin buttons. Both outer and inner layers in this gambeson were made of linen. ...

Century: 13th

Rus kaftan

An early-medieval gambeson, inspired by clothes from Rus and northern Europe. Gambeson made of linen, with thin filling and linen lining. Knee-long, widened with gussets on the sides from hips. It has long, narrowed at the end sleeves and gusset at the armpits, allowing free movement. It is closed w...

Century: 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th

Rus kaftan - quilted

An early-medieval gambeson, inspired by clothes from Rus and northern Europe. Gambeson made of linen, with thin filling and linen lining. Knee-long, widened with gussets on the sides from hips.Gambeson has long, narrowed at the end sleeves and gusset at the armpits, allowing free movement. It is clo...

Century: 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th

Short quilted legs

Short quilted legs reaching under knees. Dedicated for men during historical and LARP events. Worn together with ...

Century: 13th, 14th

Simple medieval gambeson of Saint-Denis

Simple gambeson of Saint-Denis is a type of medieval gambeson based on historical sources from the 14th and 15th centuries. This model of gambeson has a high collar and is closed with 4 leather thongs. ...

Century: 14th, 15th

Sleeveless medieval gambeson

A light medieval gambeson with no sleeves will work perfectly as an under armor clothing and as an outer garment. This sleeveless gambeson is a universal arming garment of simple design based on numerous iconographies. ...

Century: 13th, 14th

Three-fingered quilted gloves

A pair of three-fingered quilted medieval gloves. The gloves have cuffs. The special cut assures more mobility for hands and wrists and makes the grab of the sword more stable. Three-fingered gloves are commonly found in medieval iconography.

Century: 13th, 14th, 15th