12th-14th Century Wedge-Riveted Mild Steel Chainmail Hauberk

"True defence lies in honest steel and tested craft; without them, a man is merely dressed for slaughter." Osric, Keeper of the Hearth & Forge

Reflecting harness worn by knights between the twelfth and fourteenth centuries, this long-sleeved hauberk is individually handcrafted using the dependable European four-in-one weave. Each row alternates flat solid rings with nine-millimetre internal diameter flat rings secured by wedge rivets. Wrought from 17-gauge mild steel, this alternating pattern yields exceptional resilience, mirroring the authentic construction that soldiers relied upon in bloody melees.

Field performance hinges entirely on how harness is worn. Never drape bare mail over common cloth; this hauberk demands a quilted gambeson or padded arming jacket beneath to cushion blunt concussions and protect the skin. To ease the burden across your shoulders during long marches, cinch a sturdy leather belt firmly at your waist, transferring the steel’s weight directly to your hips. The knee-length cut allows unhindered movement, while the sleeves seamlessly integrate with your mail coif, chausses, or plate additions for complete harness defence.

Treated with a natural oiled finish to stave off oxidation and preserve period authenticity, each combat-ready piece displays slight individual variations in ring alignment from the artisan’s bench. Tend your mail diligently: store it in dry quarters, wipe it down with a lightly oiled cloth following heavy drills, and oil periodically to maintain the surface against moisture and the rigours of campaign.