{"product_id":"mercenary-breastplate-backplate-tassets","title":"Mercenary Breastplate, Backplate \u0026 Tassets","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMercenary Breastplate | Authentic Medieval Chest plate Armor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan class=\"oXzekf\" data-huuid=\"17915363701002423168\"\u003eMedieval breast plates, the front portion of plate armor protecting the torso, evolved significantly throughout the medieval period. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"oXzekf\" data-huuid=\"17915363701002422423\"\u003eEarly examples \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"oXzekf\" data-huuid=\"17915363701002421678\"\u003ein the 14th century solid, single piece breastplates emerged often made of wrought iron or steel offering better protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"oXzekf\" data-huuid=\"17915363701002420933\"\u003eThese evolved into more complex designs eventually encompassing a full suit of plate armor by the late 14th and early 15th centuries. \u003c\/span\u003eOne piece mercenary breast plates often of wrought iron or steel emerged initially covering the upper torso and later extending down to the hips.\n\\n\n\\nThe Fauld a skirt of plate armor was developed to protect the lower torso and full plate armor including a breastplate backplate and other body parts became common. Leather, bronze and iron were used in antiquity. Wrought iron was used in the 14th century later followed by steel which was stronger and more durable. Breastplates were initially made of multiple plates, later evolving to solid one piece designs.\u003cspan class=\"pjBG2e\" data-cid=\"b8c5f018-933b-487c-b7fa-c18af96a117a\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"UV3uM\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\nThis chestplate is made from strong mild steel and is available in various thickness options including 20G 18G 16G and 14G. You can choose between a classic dull finish or a shiny mirror polish depending on your style. It comes in a wide range of sizes from extra small to 2XL or 3XL to ensure a good fit for everyone. Perfect for LARP events historical reenactments collectors character costumes or film productions. Plus it comes with a lowest price guarantee making it a great value choice.\n\\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKEY FEATURES:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e► Mild Steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e► Available Gauges: 20G, 18G, 16G and 14G.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e► Available in Dull finished or Mirror polish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e► Available Sizes: XS to 2XL\/3XL.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e► Use for LARP\/ Historical events\/ Collectors\/ character\/ Films.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e► Lowest Price guarantee.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSize chart is given below:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\\n\n\\n\u003cimg class=\"alignnone  wp-image-70622\" src=\"https:\/\/www.armorarena.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/MBP033-400x198.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"238\"\u003e","brand":"Armor Arena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44593249976362,"sku":"MBP033","price":86.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7449\/1946\/files\/mercenary-cuirass4.jpg?v=1784381896","url":"https:\/\/www.armorarena.co.uk\/products\/mercenary-breastplate-backplate-tassets","provider":"Armor Arena UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}