15th Century Archer Knee Armor - 18 Gauge

This set of 15th Century Medieval Poleyn armor or Archer Knee armor, is constructed from 18 gauge steel plates. The armor is buckled to leg with a set of adjustable buckles of antiqued brass and leather straps. The armor is well-articulated and gives a good range of movement. This armor can be worn alone or with lower leg armor (greaves) sold separately.

Measurements:
Overall Length: 15 inches
Width: 5 1/2in across knee - 5 1/4in across both ends
Weight of Individual Leg Armor: 2 lb 13.5 oz

Specifications:
Overall Length: 15''
Weight: Weight of Individual Leg Armor: 2 lb 13.5 oz
Gauge: [18 Gauge]
Type: Plate Knees
Material: Mild Steel
Manufacturer: Deepeeka

Medieval Leg Armor Information:
The poleyn was a component of Medieval and Renaissance armor that protected the knee. During the transition from mail armor to plate armor, this was among the earliest plate components to develop. They first appeared in the mid-thirteenth century and remained in use until the early seventeenth century when firearms made them obsolete.

The specifics of poleyn design varied considerably over that period. The earliest poleyns were strapped over mail chausses. Late fourteenth century and early fifteenth century poleyns usually attached to padded leggings with leather buckles and incorporated goussets. During the fifteenth century poleyns developed an articulated construction that attached to the cuisses and schynbalds or greaves. A characteristic of late fifteenth century gothic armor was a projection that guarded the side of the knee. These are crafted in 18 gauge steel and come with leather straps.

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SKU#: AH-3897
MSRP:$169.00
Price: $117.95

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