Gambesons

This style of gambeson has leather thong closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate.

This gambeson provides a good level of protection but is not as well padded as the GDFB equivalent. The armpits are open for extra manoeuvrability.

Small -
Chest: 42" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 18" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 23" | Length (From Armpit): 26"

Medium -
Chest: 44" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 20" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 24" | Length (From Armpit): 25"

Large -
Chest: 46" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 21" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 24" | Length (From Armpit): 25"

X-Large -
Chest: 50" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 21" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 25" | Length (From Armpit): 28"

XX-Large -
Chest: 52" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 22" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 26" | Length (From Armpit): 28"

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece. 

This style of gambeson has leather thong closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate.

This gambeson provides a good level of protection but is not as well padded as the GDFB equivalent. The armpits are open for extra manoeuvrability.

Small -
Chest: 42" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 18" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 23" | Length (From Armpit): 26"

Medium -
Chest: 44" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 20" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 24" | Length (From Armpit): 25"

Large -
Chest: 46" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 21" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 24" | Length (From Armpit): 25"

X-Large -
Chest: 50" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 21" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 25" | Length (From Armpit): 28"

XX-Large -
Chest: 52" | Sleeve (From Shoulder): 22" | Sleeve (From Armpit): 26" | Length (From Armpit): 28"

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

This style of gambeson is great for medieval re-enactment. It has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate.

This gambeson features open armpits for extra manoeuvrability and ventilation.

Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” Chest
X-Large: 48” Chest
XX-Large: 52” Chest

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Buy the Infantry Gambeson with confidence from the UK’s leading medieval armour retailer.

This style of gambeson has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas, it has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate.

This gambeson provides a good level of protection but is not as well padded as the GDFB equivalent. The armpits are open for extra manoeuvrability.

Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” chest
X Large: 48” chest
XXL: 52” chest

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece. 

Buy the Buckled Gambeson with confidence from the UK’s leading Medieval armour retailer.

Made by GDFB

The gambeson was developed as padding for armour and extra protection from sword thrusts, but it could also be worn without armour as a heavyweight, everyday tunic. Outer garb like this comfortable, black quilted gambeson made of 100% cotton was very popular from the early Middle Ages until the Renaissance.

The lacing at the neckline slit allows you to close it up to the stand-up collar as tightly as required. Below the hips, our black quilted gambeson has slits at the front and back to provide more freedom of movement.

100% cotton.

Size:
Medium: 46" chest 
Large: 50" chest 
X-Large: 54" chest

BELT NOT INCLUDED.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Buy the Lightweight Gambeson with confidence from the UK’s leading Medieval clothing retailer.