gothic besagews 15th century Zelf riem maken lending it a powerful and

lending it a powerful and mystical aspect

this is a functional gambeson for reenactment and HEMA

In the early 12th century

placing it firmly within the late medieval period

permitting it to be worn around the waist

gothic besagews 15th century Zelf riem maken lending it a powerful andHigh Gothic besagews or besagues (rondels), based on a historical example from Germany dated to 1472 AD. Besagews are a type of rondel designed to protect the armpits as part of a suit of armour. The besagews of Gothic armour were decorative but primarily intended to shield the armpits and upper arms from powerful cuts and strikes. The increasing effectiveness of offensive weapons created a need for improved protection, and every effort was made to