14th Century Bocksten Wool Half-Circle Cloak

"A soldier who neglects his mantle will soon find the wet cold a deadlier foe than any rebel blade." Osric, Keeper of the Hearth & Forge

Drawn directly from one of the European Middle Ages' most vital archaeological treasures – the fourteenth-century remains unearthed from the peat bogs of Varberg, Sweden – this half-circle cloak replicates the utilitarian garb of the Bocksten Man. Such mantles were standard issue across campaign trails, relied upon by foot soldiers, wayfarers, and burghers to withstand biting gales and unrelenting squalls.

Crafted from substantial 100% recycled wool weighing in at a stout 420 GSM, the textile traps warmth even when thoroughly damp, capturing the dense, insulating properties prized by medieval weavers. Unlike rigid modern felt, this weave remains soft against the skin, avoiding rough chafing during forced marches. The historically attested half-circle cut allows the mantle to drape cleanly from the shoulders without binding your stride or interfering with weapon draw.

Fastened along the front with five handmade buttons fashioned from the identical woollen cloth, the closure stays secure without reliance on metal brooches that snag on gambesons. Sized to accommodate diverse builds, this one-size mantle comfortably drapes over arming doublets, maille, or simple civilian tunics. Because each mantle is produced from recycled wool fibres, slight variances in weave and shade will occur, lending an authentic, field-proven character to your kit. To preserve the wool's natural resilience, wash solely by hand in cold water and air dry flat in the shade.