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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Bronze Hoplite Greaves (Leg Armour)
Classical antiquity; an age of myths and legends, gods and monsters where only the bravest heroes will survive! But it is not through feats of arms alone that they remain unscathed in battle, but by donning the finest of armours, forged by legendary smiths for the greatest warriors of the age!
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Length: 49cm
Width: 13.5cm
Material: Polyurethane
Weight: 336g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Greek Muscle Cuirass Armour - Steel
Our classical Greek muscle armour is crafted from 18 gauge steel and features adjustable buckled leather straps. It is great for fancy dress and film/stage work and will fit up to around a 50” chest.
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Chest: 117cm (46")
Waist: 112cm (44")
Height: 48cm
Width: 42cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Chainmail Coif - Butted - Zinc Plated
Mail was thought to have been invented by the Celts. The earliest example was found in a Celtic Chieftain's burial in Romania. It was a popular form of defence for the warrior elite of the Viking and Early Medieval periods. It is often (wrongly) referred to as chainmail but this terminology was first introduced by Sir Walter Scott in 1822 in his novel "The Fortunes of Nigel". In the medieval period, it was simply known as "Mail".
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The coif was designed to protect the head, neck and shoulders against damage from bladed weapons. It was very effective at doing so - the Royal Armouries have conducted tests with well-made mail and concluded that "it is almost impossible to penetrate using any conventional medieval weapon". The Mail Coif is constructed by hand from hundreds of steel rings and will fit all but the largest of heads. The rings are zinc plated to provide a shiny, maintenance-free finish that is resistant to rust.
This item is crafted using mild steel rings. If you require even greater durability please check our high tensile steel products or our Riveted Chainmail section.
Finish: Zinc plated
Material: 16 gauge Mild Steel
Ring Type: Round / Butted
Diameter: 8mm
Weight: 3.5kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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15th C Gorget with Bevor
This gorget is an ideal armour for any knight or infantryman, offering reliable protection to the throat and upper chest. Pair it with a Sallet or an open-faced helmet that you fancy, and this historical gorget with falling bevor will bring you significant additional protection on the battlefield while always keeping the option to lower the plate covering your chin to catch your breath before returning to the fray!
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Meticulously HANDMADE from sturdy 16 gauge MILD STEEL, this gorget is a fully functional steel armour, ideal for historical reenactments. It attaches well with a robust leather strap and steel buckle to fasten it for a snug fit. This gorget has a SINGLE SIZE THAT FITS MOST.
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Nordic Dragon Leather Bracers - Green
Nordic Dragon Leather Bracers
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Length: 23.8cm
Upper Width: 21.6cm
Lower Width: 17cm
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Decorated Gauntlets
Our 16th Century Spanish Gauntlets by Marto have separate and articulated fingers and are typical of the Spanish armory of the 16th century. These Gauntlets are made in steel and enriched with 24K Gold plated metal figures applied on the back.
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In the fourteenth century, the fingers were separated, until the middle of the sixteenth century in order to fire the pistol grip. In many tournament armors of the fifteenth and early sixteenth century the left hand had mittens of fingers separated and the right hand, for the spear, defended by a mitten.
Length: 40cm
Weight: 1600g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Dragonslayer Greaves
They say there is a fine line between bravery and insanity… the Dragonslayer embodies both in equal measure. He is a rare breed, completely fearless and unyielding in the face of the unparalleled dangers that would terrify all but the bravest of warriors. His armour, crafted in a forgotten age, is a combination of archaic steel and dragon skin, decorated with skull talismans to bring him good fortune in the conflicts that lay ahead.
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Length: 46cm
Width: 13cm
Weight: 496g
Material: Flexible Polyurethane
All measurements are taken in a straight line at the widest point and, due to the flexible nature of this product, all measurements are approximate estimations and may not be indicative of your product or fit.
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Greek Muscle Cuirass Armour - Brass
Our classical Greek muscle armour is crafted from 18 gauge steel with a brass plated finish and features adjustable buckled leather straps. It is great for fancy dress and film/stage work and will fit up to around a 50” chest.
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Chest: 117cm (46")
Waist: 112cm (44")
Height: 48cm
Width: 42cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Chainmail Coif - Dome Riveted
Our Chainmail Coif is handcrafted using riveted steel rings. The rings are uncoated mild steel to provide an authentic finish and covered in a light layer of oil to prevent rust. If you don’t require this level of durability please check our Butted Chainmail section for cheaper prices.
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Finish: Natural
Material: 16 gauge Mild Steel
Ring Type: Round / Dome Head Riveted
Diameter: 9mm
Weight: 3.5kg
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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Black Knight Gorget with Foldable Bevor
A fully enclosed helmet wouldn’t prove as efficient as this knightly gorget paired with your trusted sallet! This style was favoured by most heavily armoured knights from the second quarter of the 15th century until the Renaissance when the Closed Helmet was introduced. It allowed the wearer to easily remove the helmet when not required and provided significant protection on the battlefield.
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Skillfully HANDCRAFTED from sturdy 18 gauge mild steel, it makes an excellent companion for your LARP and reenactment outfits, making you stand out with your armour! A set of ROBUST GENUINE LEATHER STRAPS help close it, and another pair of leather straps can conveniently fasten your pauldrons in place if you wish to. This gorget easily fits most body shapes, thanks to the well-articulated, adjustable back and front plates!



