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Product description
In the early 16th century, a new style of armor emerged in England under the Tudors and went on to influence armor design throughout Europe. King Henry VIII commissioned specialized armorers from France, Italy, and the Holy Roman Empire to work together at his court. Their collaboration produced the distinctive Greenwich style. This peascod cuirass draws on that artistic tradition and was worn by the European aristocracy. The pronounced peascod shape deflected blows and even bullets from early firearms.
This 16th-century replica peascod cuirass features rope-like edges — a hallmark of armor from this period. It includes a breastplate and a backplate, made from approximately 1.6 mm thick steel. That makes it a solid choice for light or limited combat reenactment.
The interior is blackened for improved corrosion resistance. Rounded edges at the neck, armholes, and lower rim keep it comfortable to wear. Adjustable leather straps and buckles fasten the two halves around the body, securely riveted at shoulder height and along the sides of the backplate.
