TEMPLAR CROSS BREASTPLATE ARMOURAH3891BY DEEPEEKA Worn by countless soldiers from many cultures such as the English, French, and Spanish, this Cuirass was designed with the Templar Knight in mind. Not only was this type of armor functional as protection to vital body parts, but often they served as like banners or standards for identification. Made of 18 gauge steel this breast plate bears a large brass Templar cross riveted into the steel. Both breastplate and backplate are joined by adjustable leather straps to fit a range of torso sizes. Our replica is fully wearable to be used for LARP or medieval battle reenactments, and can also be put on beautiful display when not in use. Add one of our chain mail shirts, a helmet and a sword and you are ready to storm a castle or escort pilgrims to the Holy Land! Please Note: Steel Armour comes lightly coated in oil for protection from rust and may be cleaned and oiled occasionally as necessary maintenance procedure for the life of the product.
Note: Minor cosmetic imperfections are a natural characteristic of genuine hand made steel armour.
HISTORIC SUITS OF ARMOUR
During the 13th - 15th centuries, Royalty and the Highest Military Class, the Knight wore Medieval Suits of Armour. Made by hammering and heating the Steel, the Knight's Armour and Sword were both powerful and unique works of art. Constructed by Craftsmen of the highest skill suits of armour were only afforded by the wealthy. The Working Class or Soldier for hire usually acquired their Armor on the battlefield from some unfortunate soul who had passed on in battle and who would not require it in the afterlife.
