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Hauberks of this type were worn by both the 9th century Vikings and the 13th century crusaders. The hauberk is crafted from unriveted round rings. The rings are constructed from mild steel and are woven together in a 4:1 construction. This means that 1 ring is attached to 4 other rings.
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 permits extra comfort whilst riding a horse. 11th–12th century depictions 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 easily attach chainmail coifs and armour parts to the chainmail shirt. The sleeves can also be tightened around the arm and elbow with leather laces, resulting in less play and greater freedom of movement.
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