Short Medieval Gambeson with Scallops “Hedge Knight”

Linen quilted padded armour jacket

 We developed the design of this gambeson based on the cut of our “Layer One” line of sports quilted jackets.

This model has been tested by fencers in Ukraine and repeatedly evaluated by our customers, from whom we received many positive reviews. These gambesons provide maximum freedom of movement thanks to the two-seam sleeve, gusset, and a voluminous, rounded shoulder cut, while maintaining the slim and elegant silhouette of a medieval doublet. To enhance this impression, we added some new details.

We created a new quilting pattern in the shape of an “hourglass,” reminiscent of the quilting found on “jacques” gambesons from the time of the Hundred Years’ War. The quilt lines on the basque transition into graceful semicircular scallops — a characteristic feature of late Medieval and early Renaissance clothing.

The gambeson is fastened in an overlapping manner with neat linen laces and loops. The shoulder and chest yokes are reinforced with an additional layer of cotton batting. The quilted stand-up collar protects the neck from contact with the gorget. A long slit on the forearm allows you to wrap the sleeve under your vambrace. The gambeson also has durable leather pads sewn onto the shoulders and sleeves to serve as arming points.

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