Linen Chausses “The Kingmaker”
Legs underarmour quilted padding
Linen Chausses “The Kingmaker”
Leg padding with leather arming points
If you are sick of the weight of a leg harness and need a break from metal armor, or simply wish to find some variety of protection that still allows you to run unencumbered, padded chausses are the perfect option. They can be worn on their own as light armor, or go excellently under armor to protect you from any points where the metal might rub. The thin padding also allows for a bit of extra impact protection in addition to your armor.
Comfort was the most important factor in making these chausses. They are made of two layers of 100% flax linen, with a thin layer of natural batting inside to allow for a bit of padding. The flax linen comes in beautiful bright colors and softens up to be comfortable next to your skin, as well as allowing for a great deal of breathability that will keep you cool in the heat of battle. To further allow for comfort, a round panel of fabric has been taken out behind the knee to prevent the material from bunching and causing pain or difficulty moving.
These chausses are anatomically shaped to fit your body like a glove. They have no stirrup under the foot as many other chausses often do, but instead finish at the base of the foot, with the sides dipping down to protect your ankle a little bit as well. This means that they offer maximum coverage as well as being very comfortable. To ensure they are tight to the calf, they have lacing at the back to give you the closest possible fit, as well as durable metal eyelets.
You wear these chausses as you would any other pair of split hose – with one on each leg. They are in the style of XIV century style pants, which of course have no codpiece like later style leg coverings, and instead can be pointed at the top to braies or an arming belt to keep them from falling down. Leather arming points have been sewn to each hip to give you the ability to attach your leg armor if you so choose.
The edges of these chausses are expertly finished with bias binding, so you can fight knowing that they are solidly constructed and aren’t going to fall apart on you. There are two choices of color patterns, and it’s up to you if you choose to go for something basic or something a little bit brighter. The first option is, of course, a singular color, and the other option is to have a second color on the inside, which will also make an appearance on the bias binding for a pop of contrast.
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- 100% flax linen;
- Natural batting;
- Lacing;
- Metal eyelets.
- Can be worn with or without armor;
- Historically inspired;
- Flax linen allows for breathability;
- Prevents your armor from rubbing;
- Allow for movement;
- Lightly padded;
- Many color options available;
- Shaped for comfort;
- Leather arming points.
This item is part of the “The Kingmaker” collection View collection
Its pretty good so far Fits well to my Legs although this leave me in a bit of a pickle, how do you tie around your leg to put on the greaves without pinching my chausses ? and how thick is the chausses?
Hello, they are about 0.5 cm thick. The greaves usually attached to the upper leg otherwise you can sew arming points on the chausses or send the request to us during the purchase.
Perfect fit. The cutouts behind the knee also provide easy flexibility you don't find in other styles.
Fantastic chausses! I ordered the custom fitted ones in green and brown and they fit my legs perfectly. They sit tight enough to secure and not slide around, but not too tight for comfort or mobility. Even though I use the King's Guard leg armour instead of the kingmaker armour, the arming points are in the exact right spots. The linen breathes very well so it doesn't get hot/warm. They are thin enough to be worn under armour but still provide padding and comfort, which is the perfect amount of padding. I strongly recommend these!
Very sturdy. Enough padding to make a difference, but light enough to allow for mobility as if you weren't wearing them. The cut-outs at the back of the kneecaps are a genius design choice. No complaints.
Thank you :)
1. Very well tailored to my measurements, a perfect fit under my armor. 2. Excellent sewing. 3. Lightweight and breathable. 4. Conveniently placed belt loops and arming points; supports my cuisses very well. Definitely recommended.
My review of the The Kingmaker Linen Chausses(Black and Black): Well made. I am 5'10" 205lbs and I intentionally oversized with an XL. As expected they are a tad too large. I definitely recommend a L for anyone near my measurements who wants a normal fit. The material is a bit thinner than preferred, but that should add some breathability. It is warm as expected. The stitching is all well done and mine came with round black leather string for the calve portions. The string seemed just the right length to fit a wide range of calf sizes. The area that you thread the belt through seems pretty durable and well constructed. The material is very flexible.
The size chart isn't popping up properly. What size is the XXL and XL?
Kindly check size chart for pants here.
will the thigh arming point on this fit the kings guard leg armor? or is it too low
Hello Gabriel, yes they should work for any armor.
Is it possible to have these made as a pair of joined chausses with codpiece?
Unfortunately, it is not possible, but we can offer you these chausses instead: https://armstreet.com/store/armor/medieval-hosen-hound-of-war
What are the pants he's wearing beneath the chausses? i can't seem to find them on your website.
Hi Jasper, those chausses were made specially for the photo shoot once only, but they are very similar to the Medieval Chausses that we have available for purchase.
Can I get one leg in one colour and the other leg in a different colour?
Sure, please select custom size option and leave a comment to your order with the colors for each leg.
I like to own at least one pair of armstreet pants ate they same how made for women? Beautiful made i want pair in yellow with natural flax however i also like green with brown
Dear Leanne, please select custom size option for the chausses and leave a comment to your order that they are for a woman.
I am looking to purchase the padded legs but am a teen and still potentially growing. Will order custom size but curious how to correctly add size for growth. Thank you
Hi Matthew, custom size chausses are made to the exact measurements. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that they will fit after the size changes.
Hello! Is it at all possible to get these chausses in a different color scheme? I’d very much like a set with primary red and secondary green!
Hi Jaron! Yes, of course, please simply select custom option and choose any color combination you like.
Is the grey under garment part of the Kingmaker linnen chausses or is that a separate garment?
Hello Pierre! The model is wearing hosen under the chausses.