Armour
The Knight Shop Trade are the largest stockist of historical replica armour for wholesale in the UK. Our diverse range caters for Reenactors, Live Action Role Players (LARP), Collectors, Stage Fighters (Theatre) and T.V. producers.
We wholesale armour, helmets and shields from most historical periods including the Greek, Roman and Viking eras. We wholesale a huge selection of hand-crafted off-the-peg medieval plate armour from world-class manufacturers such as GDFB and Marshal Historical.
Our wholesale articulated and wearable armour for trade is perfect for a variety of uses. It is great for battle re-enactment but also makes for a great display piece. It is available in a variety of thicknesses such as 14, 16 and 18 gauge covering safety requirements for most re-enactment groups.
We stock a diverse range of chainmail (maille) for trade which is available in a series of different finishes and styles. We also stock padded armour such as gambesons and arming caps to accompany this.
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Tudor Breastplate - 18 Gauge
During the Tudor period, armour became more elaborately decorated, culminating in works of art such as the gilded Greenwich Armour worn by Henry VIII and his nobles.
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Our Tudor Breastplate echoes the artwork shown on this armour with its etched period patterns and decorative brass rivets. It is constructed from 18 gauge steel and features buckled leather straps allowing it to be worn by people up to a 56 inch chest (subject to body shape).
Weight: 5.3kg
Length: 49cm
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Crusader Knight Spurs
Our Crusader Knight Spurs are based on 12th Century Prick Spurs used by Crusading Knights. Spurs were associated with the passage of Knighthood where a Squire would be required to "Earn his Spurs". They are hand forged from steel and feature adjustable buckled leather straps.
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Our spurs are a great way to make your medieval kit more authentic or are a great gift for aspiring knights!
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Gambeson Arming Shirt - Small
This style of gambeson is great for medieval re-enactment. It has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson features open armpits for extra manoeuvrability and ventilation.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” Chest
X-Large: 48” Chest
XX-Large: 52” Chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Gambeson Arming Shirt - Medium
This style of gambeson is great for medieval re-enactment. It has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson features open armpits for extra manoeuvrability and ventilation.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” Chest
X-Large: 48” Chest
XX-Large: 52” Chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Gambeson Arming Shirt - Large
This style of gambeson is great for medieval re-enactment. It has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson features open armpits for extra manoeuvrability and ventilation.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” Chest
X-Large: 48” Chest
XX-Large: 52” Chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Gambeson Arming Shirt - X Large
This style of gambeson is great for medieval re-enactment. It has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson features open armpits for extra manoeuvrability and ventilation.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” Chest
X-Large: 48” Chest
XX-Large: 52” Chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Gambeson Arming Shirt - XX Large
This style of gambeson is great for medieval re-enactment. It has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas. It has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson features open armpits for extra manoeuvrability and ventilation.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” Chest
X-Large: 48” Chest
XX-Large: 52” Chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Black Gambeson Arming Shirt- Large
This style of gambeson has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas, it has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson provides a good level of protection but is not as well padded as the GDFB equivalent. The armpits are open for extra manoeuvrability.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” chest
X Large: 48” chest
XXL: 52” chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Black Gambeson Arming Shirt-XLarge
This style of gambeson has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas, it has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson provides a good level of protection but is not as well padded as the GDFB equivalent. The armpits are open for extra manoeuvrability.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” chest
X Large: 48” chest
XXL: 52” chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the Buckled Gambeson with confidence from the UK’s leading Medieval armour retailer. -
Black Gambeson Arming Shirt-XXLarge
This style of gambeson has strap-and-buckle front closures and is crafted in heavy-duty padded canvas, it has good blow-absorbing properties when worn separately and provides superior protection from cuts when worn under mail or plate. This gambeson provides a good level of protection but is not as well padded as the GDFB equivalent. The armpits are open for extra manoeuvrability.
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Small: 40” Chest
Medium: 42” Chest
Large: 44” chest
X Large: 48” chest
XXL: 52” chest
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the Buckled Gambeson with confidence from the UK’s leading Medieval armour retailer.