Overkleed, geruit, zwart-groen Leren brigandines en schaalpantsers or for decoration on a

or for decoration on a table of a funeral meal

wakizashis and tantos

Hinge systems like these were probably an Italian innovation

The blade of this rapier is razor sharp

yet has a large surface area

Overkleed, geruit, zwart-groen Leren brigandines en schaalpantsers or for decoration on aThe tradition of wearing a surcoat over armor began during the Crusades. Surcoats helped prevent overheating by shielding the armor from direct sunlight. They also provided ideal protection for the mail hauberk and later helped protect plate armor from corrosion and rust. This surcoat features a slit, allowing the knight to use it more easily for cavalry purposes. From the late 12th century, knights primarily wore long surcoats. By the mid 13th