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Product description

The cuirass clearly shows influences of the late Greenwich style. Around the late 16th century, tassets were often made wider to provide greater protection for the upper thighs. This eliminated the need to pair the cuirass with heavy leg armour, making it more practical, especially for infantry use. Cuirasses such as this were primarily worn by pikemen and were often combined with morions or cabassets, pikemen's helmets, or sometimes burgonets.

Such armour was worn in the 16th and early 17th centuries, mainly by pikemen and Landsknechte in European armies.

The straps of this breastplate are reinforced with plates for added strength. The thigh guards are constructed from multiple segments. The cuirass comes with a backplate and has a steel thickness of 1.2 mm.

Product details

Product details:

Material: Carbon steel;

Steel thickness: 1.2 mm;

Maximum chest circumference: 120-130 cm;

Based on a historic original: Yes;

Shipping weight (grams): 10000

Limited production

This item is made in a limited edition. Each piece is unique. As a result, sizes and finishes may vary slightly.

Maintenance - rust armor

Prevent rust by regularly oiling your armor. Easily remove any rust with black sandpaper.

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