This padded gambeson is in the closed-front pullover style with a leather-tie closure for the neck and open armpits to provide mobility and ventilation. Crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas and quilted with thick wool felt, it has excellent blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under maille or plate. (weight = 7 1/2 - 8 1/2 lbs). Made by GDFB (Get Dressed For Battle). This
version is a natural canvas color, these gambesons are also available in black.
Sizes available:
L - 37" long, fits 42" chest
XL - 37 1/2" long, fits 44" chest
XXL - 38" long, fits 46" chest
(this is the official" GDFB sizing -
however, I think the sizing is more generous than listed -
I normally wear
a 48" chest and the xxl's fit me fine)
Discontinued and sold out