Avant cuisses, bovenbeenpantser, 1.6 mm Maliënkolders en schaalpantser This katana has a long

This katana has a long tang (nakago) which is fixated in the grip by two bamboo pins (mekugi)

The neck protection of this helmet consists of two layers

who carried it as a symbol of authority

was an order that started in 1080 as a hospital in Jerusalem

Tip: this leg armour contains a leather strip on the upside

Avant cuisses, bovenbeenpantser, 1.6 mm Maliënkolders en schaalpantser This katana has a longThis upper leg armour is made after the Avant armour. Leg armour like this was worn all over Europe between approx. 1440 and 1500. The upper leg and knee are optimally protected by this armour. The knee cops are provided with roundels for protecting the back of the knee. The armour also has a leather edge so it can easily be attachted to a belt, for wearing them as separate armour parts. This leg armour has a thickness of 1,6 mm. Tip: this leg armour