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The Complete History of Medieval Chainmail: From Links to Legends

From the Roman lorica hamata to the crusader hauberk, chainmail has protected warriors for over two millennia. We trace the evolution of ring-woven armour from its earliest Iron Age origins through the medieval period, exploring how the craft travelled across continents and cultures — and why it endures in workshops like ours today.

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Craftsmanship
Inside the Forge: How We Build a Full Plate Armour Set
3 Apr 2024 · 8 min read

A behind-the-scenes look at the 200+ hour journey from raw steel sheets to a complete Gothic plate harness, ready for battle or display.

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LARP Guide
Choosing Your First LARP Armour: A Beginner's Complete Guide
18 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

With so many options on the market, selecting authentic LARP armour that's safe, durable and historically grounded can feel overwhelming. We break it down.

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Care Guide
How to Care for Your Steel Armour: The Definitive Guide
2 Feb 2024 · 5 min read

Rust is the enemy of steel. We share our workshop's proven methods for cleaning, oiling and storing your armour so it lasts generations.

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History
Gothic vs Maximilian: The Two Great Plate Armour Traditions
15 Jan 2024 · 9 min read

Two schools of thought, two nations, two radically different aesthetics. We examine the rivalry between German Gothic and Milanese Maximilian armouring.

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Craftsmanship
The Secrets of Ring Weaving: How Chainmail is Made by Hand
8 Dec 2023 · 7 min read

Felix Vogel, our chainmail specialist, walks through the process of forming, cutting, bending and riveting individual rings into a finished hauberk.

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History
Medieval Helmets Through the Ages: From Spangenhelm to Sallet
20 Nov 2023 · 10 min read

The helmet is perhaps the most personal piece of any armour harness. We trace its evolution across a thousand years of warfare and fashion.

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