Description
In the 14th Century coats of plates and brigantine style body armor gave the kind of protection that would keep you alive on the battlefield. In a nod to that construction style these gorgets are modeled upon their pattern to deliver that same protection that modern practitioners need for superior defense for the neck and collarbone. They are built with premium 6oz chrome oil tanned leather which is hand-stitched together with waxed linen thread and reinforced with 18 gauge mild steel plates that are painted to prevent rust. The leather and plates are assembled with solid-shank hammer-peined brass rivets for authenticity and durability.
These gorgets meet the minimum required for neck and throat protection set out by the SCA and most WMA and related groups. When compared with standard gorget they show their particularly suitability for SCA cut-and-thrust practice and for metal blunts in WMA practice due to excellent coverage and protection for the collarbones and upper shoulders. They will deliver the kind of protection you want upon the field of combat.
New in 2015: The Brigantine gorget has been upgraded with experience and feedback gained over several years and many hundreds of sold. The biggest change is that the leather now overlaps over the collar plates which significantly improves comfort. The pattern has also been revised to provide a closer and better fit, increasing mobility while maintaining coverage. The amount of overlap between the front and rear sections has also been significantly increased to eliminate gapping issues when the gorget needs to be loosened for the wearer.
Made in the U.S.A.