gauntlets churburg Kruithoorns The design of this type

The design of this type of cuirass follows Burgundian fashion

Sallets were mass-produced and both knights and infantry wore them in battle

The dress has elegant flared sleeves high medieval style and a high neckline

In 15th century paintings you can see that even archers like the longbowmen wore sallets with visors

A hand-forged eating pick as it was used in the Middle Ages

gauntlets churburg Kruithoorns The design of this typeThese gauntlets are based on a pair from the armoury of the Castle of Churburg, Northern Italy. The originals were made around 1390 by a Milanese armour smith. The gauntlets have a battle ready quality. They are made of 1,6 mm thick steel and are finished with brass. The inner gloves are made of light coloured leather. The gauntlets are made in size 9 and weigh approx. 1,6 kg per pair.