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Segmented Plate Pauldrons for Infantry & Cavalry – 1.6 mm Polished Steel - Outlet
Are you looking for reliable protection that won't restrict your movement when swinging a sword or handling a polearm? These precisely crafted steel pauldrons are designed to offer you the optimal balance between defence and mobility. Thanks to a clever construction featuring sliding rivets, the plates move fluidly with your arm without creating dangerous gaps in your protection. They are the ideal choice for reenactment, stage combat, LARP, or as the foundation of your heavy armour costume. Further product information ...
Segmented Plate Pauldrons for Infantry & Cavalry – 1.6 mm Polished Steel
Construction and Usage
These shoulder guards are not just bent sheet metal. They are a functional replica utilizing late medieval technology. The main shoulder plate is complemented by two upper lames and three lower lames that protect the upper arm. The key feature is the connection system: the rivet holes are oval (slotted), allowing the individual segments to "slide" over one another. This gives you the freedom to raise your arm high above your head.
Robust straps made of genuine cowhide are used for attachment. On the top lame, you will find a steel buckle to attach the pauldron to a gorget (which is not included but essential for wearing). The lower part is secured with a strap around the biceps. All edges are carefully rolled, which increases the material's strength and protects your gambeson from abrasion.
Important Warning: Although the material thickness of 1.6 mm (approx. 16 gauge) is very durable, this armour is not certified for full-contact tournament combat such as Buhurt or Battle of the Nations (HMB). For these disciplines, we recommend thicker and hardened steel. However, for standard historical fencing, reenactment battles, and theatrical performances, this protection is perfectly adequate and safe.
Product Specifications
| Material | Mild Carbon Steel (approx. 1.6 mm / 16 ga) |
| Finish | Polished (exterior), Black painted (interior) |
| Total Height | approx. 28 cm (11 inches) |
| Width (Front to Back Arc) | approx. 32 cm (12.6 inches) |
| Weight (Pair) | approx. 3,542 g (7.8 lbs) |
| Attachment System | Leather straps with steel buckles |
| Size | One size (fits most adults) |
| Package Includes | One pair (Left and Right) |
Historical Context
In the early Middle Ages, chainmail was sufficient for warriors, but with the advent of crossbows and more piercing weapons in the 14th and 15th centuries, plate additions became essential. Pauldrons (or spaulders depending on coverage) evolved from simple cups into complex lamellar systems. This specific multi-segmented type is reminiscent of Italian and German armour from the 15th century, where the emphasis was on the armour functioning as a "second skin" without hindering the knight in combat.
Care and Maintenance
Since this is made of carbon steel, it is prone to rust. Moisture is its enemy.
- Wipe the armour dry after every use.
- Regularly preserve the surface with oil (e.g., WD-40 or gun oil) or beeswax.
- The interior is painted black for rust protection, but check it occasionally as well.
- Store in a dry place, ideally wrapped in an oiled cloth.
Recommended Accessories
To wear these pauldrons correctly, you will need a quality gorget or bevor to attach them to. We recommend checking out products with SKU numbers: M3F-01, 10001, or 25514P25.
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