gauntlets churburg Kruithoorns With the development of plate

With the development of plate armor from this era

remained in use from the 11th century into the early 19th century

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

gauntlets churburg Kruithoorns With the development of plateThese 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.