Alaric Chainmail Shirt - Steel

The battle has lasted for three long days and the blood from both sides runs knee deep. You are exhausted and are unsure how much longer you can last when you see a break in the front lines. The enemy is making a last desperate push.
You are caught in front of their wave, and you feel the awful force of an enemy sword slash across your gut. Your Alaric Chainmail stops the blade from cutting, buying you the time to fight back and slay your foe.

DETAILS

The Alaric Chainmail is a flexible mail armour shirt made from linked steel rings. The mail covers the body from the shoulder to the thighs, and has long sleeves protecting the arms to the wrists. Each butted ring interlocks with four other rings in a 4-in-1 design, while the armpits are reinforced with riveted rings designed to cope with additional stress. Treated with Epic Armoury’s Metal coat to prevent rust, you can expect this armour to last a long time as reenactment gear with proper metal care.

The Alaric Chainmail is long sleeve mail great for heavy medieval infantry and sergeants, as well as early knights. Wear it over one of our gambesons for the most comfort and authentic wear. Pair this armour with additional Epic Armoury metal works and clothing to fit your character’s needs.

HISTORY

One of the oldest types of armour in the world, still used today in modern protective technologies to protect against slashing. Introduced in the 4th century B.C. around the famous battle between the Greeks and Persians at Thermopylae. Popular in Roman and early medieval ages by infantry and early knights.

MAINTENANCE

Note: The Alaric Chainmail Shirt is stored oiled. When first using the chain you will need to thoroughly wipe it down with an old cloth to take off the excess oil.

Chainmail requires extra care to ensure it stays in good condition and is stored correctly. Read our LARP Chainmail Maintenance, Storage and Repairs article here.