Long-length hauberk
This hauberk, or as it is more commonly known chainmail tunic,
is made from large flat steel links which in alternate rows are
riveted and welded together creating a protective mesh over the
wearers' body. This longer hauberk comes down onto the legs
with a split from the groin to allow the wearer to mount
and ride a horse comfortably. Infantrymen would rarely be equipped
with such a complete hauberk as this as they were quite expensive,
in regards to both materials and labour required to make
it.
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RI_DC_0000349
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East Ayrshire Leisure
