Hauberk with split, short sleeves, butted, 9 mm

Product description

The hauberk was a common sight throughout the Middle Ages. The split permits easier movement whilst on horseback, and provides a little additional freedom of movement overall. The hauberk has half-long sleeves and is crafted from mild steel.

Chainmail shirts of this type were worn from the 11th century onwards. This long chainmail shirt, also known as a hauberk, is constructed with a split. The split affords extra comfort whilst riding a horse. Depictions from the 11th and 12th centuries show knights almost exclusively with a split in their hauberks. From the 12th to the 14th century, hauberks were worn both with and without splits.

Leather laces may be employed to attach chainmail coifs and armour parts to the chainmail shirt with ease. The sleeves may also be tightened around the arm and elbow with leather laces, resulting in less play and greater freedom of movement.