Haubergeon, mixed, flat rings, round rivets, 6 mm

Product description

The hauberk is a replica of several originals. Many excavated hauberks are crafted from a combination of mixed rings, of which most rings have a diameter of approx. 6 mm. The hauberk has been developed after these excavated originals. As the rings are significantly smaller than those of most hauberks, this hauberk could be constructed from 1 mm thick spring steel. The hauberk is exceptionally efficient. It features smaller openings, which prevents stab wounds, and achieves a weight reduction of 30%. The hauberk is particularly well-suited to experimental archaeology, full combat re-enactment and living history.

Short chainmail shirts such as these were worn by Vikings and others in the early Middle Ages. They remained in use until the 11th century and made a comeback in the second half of the 14th century. From the second half of the 14th century, such short chainmail shirts were called haubergeons, a diminutive of hauberk, or long chainmail shirt. Haubergeons offer optimal protection and greater freedom of movement than the hauberk. They were therefore also well-suited to wear under armour.

Armour parts can be easily attached to the shoulders and arms of the haubergeon with leather laces.