surcoat men black Sinterklaas The scabbard has been designed

The scabbard has been designed to be worn around the torso: the leather belts cross the chest in an X-shape

At the bottom of the trouser legs there is also an elastic band to give the trousers volume

just like the originals

though it may be slightly adjusted to the correct size

This hauberk was 30% lighter than later hauberks

surcoat men black Sinterklaas The scabbard has been designedThe tradition of wearing a surcoat over armor began during the Crusades. Surcoats helped prevent overheating by shielding the armor from direct sunlight. They also provided ideal protection for the mail hauberk and later helped protect plate armor from corrosion and rust. This surcoat features a slit, allowing the knight to use it more easily for cavalry purposes. From the late 12th century, knights primarily wore long surcoats. By the mid 13th