High-Tensile Steel Butted Chainmail Rings – 9mm 16 Gauge (1kg)

"A soldier who neglects his mail soon finds iron biting where steel should turn it. Keep a bag of loose links at hand, and your harness will never fail you for lack of mending." Osric, Keeper of the Hearth & Forge

When outfitting a warband or maintaining garrison kit, a smith requires dependable materials that yield swift results. This one-kilogram hoard of loose chainmail rings is spun from high-tensile steel wire, offering far greater resistance against deformation than standard mild steel. Wound to a 9mm internal diameter from robust 16-gauge stock, these rings strike a balance between structural integrity and manageable weight.

The butted construction allows rapid assembly and immediate adjustment. Without the need for heating rivets or wielding specialised tongs, an artisan can weave, expand, or patch mail garments directly upon the arming doublet. Historically favoured for decorative borders, voiders, aventails, and secondary defences, butted mail excels where flexibility and visual authenticity take precedence over full-contact combat protection.

Use these links to construct supple coifs, collar mantles, or custom hauberk sleeves for theatrical staging, living history, and light weapon training. Delivered in a raw, traditional finish, each ring displays natural workshop variations that contribute to a seasoned appearance.

To preserve your work against the elements, wipe completed sections with a dry cloth after use and dress the steel with a light coat of mineral oil. Store spare rings in a dry chest away from damp ground, ensuring your iron stores remain clean and campaign-ready for seasons to come.