{"product_id":"medieval-viking-padded-gambeson-with-leather-trim-ver-2","title":"Medieval Viking Padded Gambeson With Leather Trim Ver.2","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedieval Viking Padded Gambeson With Leather Trim Ver.2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis Viking‑Era Padded Gambeson with Leather Trim – Version II is based on early medieval defensive clothing worn from the 9th to 12th centuries across Northern Europe. Such padded garments formed the foundation of a warrior’s protection, serving both as stand‑alone armor and as cushioning beneath mail or plate harness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eArmor Arena recreates this timeless piece using either \u003cstrong\u003e100% cotton canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e or  \u003cstrong\u003eLinen fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e—both historically appropriate materials prized for durability and breathability. The outer shell can be ordered in a broad palette of colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cul\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanvas options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, Brown, Natural (Beige), Blue, Olive, Wine Red, Yellow, Orange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinen options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, Natural (Beige), White, Red, Yellow, Wine Red, Olive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFor inner comfort, a \u003cstrong\u003esoft light‑cotton lining\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures breathability even during extended wear. The gambeson is padded with your choice of \u003cstrong\u003e2, 3 or 4 layers of resilient polyester wadding\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the level of protection and flexibility required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDecorative \u003cstrong\u003eleather edging\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforces stress areas and adds historical authenticity reflecting period craftsmanship. Each piece is cut and stitched by skilled artisans to maintain the best balance between historical style, comfort and usability for today’s re‑enactors, LARP participants and film or theatre professionals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eArmor Arena proudly delivers \u003cstrong\u003ehigh‑quality handmade armor wear at the lowest price guaranteed\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring professional finish and long‑lasting value for every customer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\\n\u003cul\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHistorically inspired Viking‑era padded gambeson (9th–12th century design).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e100% cotton canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003elinen\u003c\/strong\u003e outer fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft cotton inner lining\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfortable use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eChoose between \u003cstrong\u003e2, 3 or 4 polyester padding layers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather‑trimmed edges\u003c\/strong\u003e for authentic look and extra durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWide range of \u003cstrong\u003ecolour choices\u003c\/strong\u003e for both canvas and linen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSuited for \u003cstrong\u003eLARP, SCA, medieval reenactments, cosplay, theatre, film and museums.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCrafted by \u003cstrong\u003eArmor Arena\u003c\/strong\u003e with fine workmanship and \u003cstrong\u003elowest‑price guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eExcellent comfort and flexibility for movement during combat or performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinished product size chart is given below:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-70739\" src=\"https:\/\/www.armorarena.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MG078-1-400x207.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"540\" height=\"279\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\\n \n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this gambeson true to history for use by Vikings or in the early Middle Ages?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA: Yes. The cut and construction are based on examples of quilted and padded armor worn in Northern and Western Europe from the 9th to the 12th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can you wear it under chainmail or lamellar armor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA: Yes, definitely. The gambeson is great as a base layer of padded armor or on its own for light fighting or acting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How thick should the padding be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA: Two layers are good for roleplay or costumes, three layers are good for protection and flexibility and four layers are good for heavy reenactment or full-contact activities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it possible to get different colors or fabric combinations?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA: Yes, Armor Arena has all of the colors listed in both canvas and linen options so you can match your character or troop theme.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can these be used in the wardrobe departments of movies and plays?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA: Yes, studios and stage production companies all over the world like them because they fit well, are well-made and look like they belong in the time period.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Armor Arena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44593253417002,"sku":"MG078","price":97.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7449\/1946\/files\/MG079-1-1000x1000-1.jpg?v=1784382045","url":"https:\/\/www.armorarena.co.uk\/products\/medieval-viking-padded-gambeson-with-leather-trim-ver-2","provider":"Armor Arena UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}