Medieval armor would cover the body and extend to the ... Maille was added to until a knight wore individual leg coverings (called chausses), had mittens or gloves, and might have larger and ...

The metal suits worn by knights during the Middle Ages were originally designed to protect against weapons such as swords.

Made by Giovanni Corio and three brothers with Giovanni da Garavalle (contracted to make leg armour by ... encountered on the medieval battlefield. Certain parts of the armour are almost 4mm ...