Medieval Mild Steel Butted Chainmail Rings – 9mm 16 Gauge (1kg)

"A warrior who cannot mend his own mail will soon find cold iron biting his ribs on campaign." Osric, Keeper of the Hearth & Forge

Whether you are sitting by the garrison brazier patching battle-rent links or fashioning an entire coif from the ground up, a stout supply of loose rings is an armourer's greatest necessity. This full kilogram parcel provides an ample hoard of individually handmade, 16-gauge mild steel rings, wound to a standard 9mm inner diameter.

These are butted rings, intended primarily for theatrical costuming, live-action roleplay, and light reenactment rather than heavy unyielding combat. Mild steel yields sufficient strength while remaining pliable enough to close neatly with a pair of flat-nosed pliers at your workbench. Because each batch is shaped by hand, you will observe slight, honest variations in surface texture and colour – marks of true artisanal effort rather than soulless factory uniformity. Their untreated, natural finish ensures historical visual fidelity under broad daylight or torch glare.

When tailoring or repairing an aventail, collar, or shirt, maintain proper weave tension and close each seam flush to prevent snagging your gambeson beneath. Mild steel will naturally yield to damp and rust if neglected; store your supply in a dry place, and wipe these rings down with a lightly oiled cloth before and after your labours to preserve their surface against the elements.