13th 14th century elbow armor Schildknoppen photoshoots

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The Diana gambeson is a fine choice for reenactment and LARP

They protected against heat and permitted freedom of movement

The mace head is a replica of an original held at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Cambridge (England)

the solid bronze grip featured a pattern resembling fish scales

13th 14th century elbow armor Schildknoppen photoshootsThese elbow guards are based on medieval originals. Couters were amongst the first pieces of plate armour added to a medieval knight's gear. They were usually worn over a chainmail hauberk and provided protection for particularly vulnerable parts of the body. Couters such as these were already in use across most of Europe by 1320. These couters feature a leather lining for added comfort. They come with leather fastening straps and can also be attached