Leather Full-Finger Gloves with Long Cuffs, 'The Mercenary'

Leather Full-Finger Gloves with Long Cuffs, 'The Mercenary'

Key Features of 'The Mercenary' Gloves

These gloves from the House of Warfare brand are designed for maximum practicality and comfort.

• High-Quality and Supple Leather: The material is strong enough to protect your hands, yet soft enough not to restrict finger movement and to ensure a firm grip.
• Extended Protective Cuff: The long, flared design of the cuff provides protection for the wrist and forearm. It can also be easily pulled over the sleeve of a tunic or gambeson.
• Universal Design: The simple black appearance without unnecessary embellishments is suitable for knights, mercenaries, rogues, rangers, and fantasy adventurers across various worlds.
• Palm Reinforcement: A discreet reinforcement in the area between the thumb and index finger increases durability at the point of greatest wear.

A Glimpse into History: Hands in Safety

For centuries, gloves were an indispensable part of a warrior's, rider's, and craftsman's equipment. In combat, they protected hands from splinters from a shield, abrasions from a weapon's hilt, and provided a better, more secure grip. For riders, they were crucial for protection against chafing from the reins. Depending on the owner's status and wealth, gloves were made from various materials – from simple cloth to fine leather. Leather gloves, like this model, represented the ideal compromise between protection, durability, and maintaining sensitivity in the fingers, which was crucial for effective weapon handling.

Note on Protection Level

These gloves are designed for costume purposes, LARP, theatre, and light stage combat. They do not provide sufficient protection for full-contact fighting such as buhurt or HEMA sparring with steel weapons.

How to Care for Your Gloves

To ensure your leather gloves serve you well for a long time, we recommend the following care:

• Remove dirt with a damp cloth and allow the gloves to air dry at room temperature. Never dry them near a direct heat source.
• To maintain the leather's suppleness and durability, treat them from time to time with a leather balm.
• When not in use, store the gloves in a dry, ventilated place.

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