14th Century Steel Gauntlets – Polished
$220.00
In the domain of historical reenactments and swordplay, authenticity and protection are paramount. Enter the past with the Polished 14th Century Steel Gauntlets, a testament to the valor and skill of the knights of yore. Designed for the modern swordsman, mercenary, or knight at heart, these gauntlets offer an unparalleled blend of historical accuracy and battlefield durability.
Forged from robust 16-gauge mild steel, these gauntlets stand as a bulwark against the fiercest of blows. The craftsmanship pays homage to the late 14th to early 15th-century armorers, with features designed to protect the most vulnerable parts of a warriors hands. From the large plate shielding the back of the hand and wrists to the multiple, small, overlapping finger plates, every element is engineered for maximum defense.
Enhanced Mobility
Understanding the need for flexibility in the heat of battle, these gauntlets boast short flared cuffs. This design ensures your wrists remain protected without hindering your mobility, enabling swift, precise movements that could mean the difference between victory and defeat. Whether parrying blows or delivering a decisive strike, these gauntlets move with you, as an extension of your will.
Every gauntlet comes attached to a leather glove, guaranteeing a comfortable and firm grip. Leather loops offer additional security, ensuring that the gauntlets remain firmly in place, even in the most intense skirmishes. This union of steel and leather empowers you to wield your sword with confidence, immersed in the realism of historical combat without sacrificing comfort.
A Portal to History
Ideal for enthusiasts of historical reenactments or practitioners of medieval martial arts, these gauntlets not only serve as protective gear but also as a bridge to the past. They are relics reborn, allowing you to experience the might of historical armor. These gauntlets capture the essence of an era defined by honor and steel.
Step into the shoes of the legendary swordsmen, mercenaries, and knights who shaped history—equip yourself with the Polished 14th Century Steel Gauntlets and feel the legacy of the past empower your every move.
Key Features:
- Historical Accuracy: Inspired by designs from the late 14th to early 15th century, ensuring authenticity in historical reenactments and medieval martial arts.
- Robust Construction: Made from 16-gauge mild steel, these gauntlets offer superior protection against impacts and cuts, standing up to rigorous use in training and combat.
- Enhanced Mobility: Short flared cuffs are designed to protect the wrist while allowing for full range of motion, essential for executing complex sword fighting techniques.
- Comfort and Grip: Attached to high-quality leather gloves, these gauntlets provide a secure and comfortable grip on your weapon, enhancing your control and confidence in battle.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for historical reenactors, LARPers, and collectors seeking a functional, authentic piece of historical armor.
Materials:
- Made from 16-gauge mild steel
- Gloves are leather
Care Instructions:
- This armour will arrive to you covered in protective oil. While this oil can be removed, it must be replaced with another protective maintenance product to protect your steel armour from rusting. Occasional oiling is necessary for the proper maintenance of this armour. When storing this armour, protect it from oxidation by coating it with machine oil. For more on how to protect and maintain your steel armour, check out the guide on Taking Care of Steel Armour.
Sizing:
- Fits up to glove size 9
Measurements are approximate.
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Forrest Bromley (verified owner) –
These are great gauntlets. First off these are closer to a historical size than most others you will find. They are 4.5 inches across the fist and 9 inches from the tip of the middle finger to the bottom of the cuff. Most others are at least an inch wider and longer which of course makes it much more difficult or even impossible to get inside the grip of most swords. They are made of 16 gauge steel and have a very high quality leather glove attached. The glove also has some padding stitched onto the back of the fingers and palm. Which most others are not going to have. I’m not sure what the padding is but I suspect it is some high density foam padding that is covered in a sturdy nylon webbing type material. I have not cut one open to see what exactly is inside of it. They are well shaped and formed to the hand to provide excellent dexterity and range of motion. The lames on the fingers are attached to strips of leather with rivets which is riveted to the body of the gauntlet. There are also leather straps near the base of every finger and across the palm which secures the gauntlet body in place because the inner glove is only permanently attached by stitching at the ends of all five fingers. These are not costume pieces. They are serious armor. I have no problems sparing with these and using them for hema. They fit well into the grips and hilts of all my Sabres and Arming swords. They provide excellent protection for sparing in my opinion. Just know that if you are going to use them for sparing that you could receive a thrust between the fingers. That’s a level of risk I accept but you may not. A couple notes about the fingers. They do not have caps that protect the very end of the fingers. That is where the steel lames are sewn onto the leather glove. They are stitched on well with two strands of nylon string. The fingers articulate great but all the finger lames are the exact same size. Meaning the lames on the thumb, index finger, all the way to the pinky are the same size. If the lames on the smaller fingers were proportionaly smaller for that finger they would definitely work better but also be more difficult to produce so I see why they are the same. Arguably having them all the same size provides better protection though. More steel to protect the finger. Now the size. The size is stated to be up to a large glove size 9. That is exactly what these are and they fit perfectly. For reference I have a medium and a half hand. A medium always seems a little to small and a large always seems to big. So if that is you these will fit great. The reason for that is how the fingers are stitched at the ends. The stitching takes up just a little bit of the ends of the fingers. So I would say if a large glove fits you perfectly you are going to find these to be just a little bit to small. If you are looking for something you can actually use as it is intended to be used then these are great. But if you have bigger hands these aren’t the ones. One final note about these. I did have to grind back the pinky side of the palm about an inch so that the steel would not touch my sword handle. It stuck out just a little to far and when I gripped the sword the steel on that side would touch my handle which I did not like. I’m a blacksmith so this was not a big deal for me to do and does not affect my thoughts or opinions about the maker or the product. It was just something I didn’t like so I modified it slightly. All in all they are great. If you have the right hand size get them. A little more expensive than others but worth it.