10-29-2021, 09:11 PM
There were three main types of padded arming garment and they were not interchangeable.
1. These were worn under armour. They provided minimal protection because they were intended to reduce chafing and improve the fit of the armour. They were no thicker or heavier than a winter tunic but they sometimes had pads in key areas such as the shoulders and hips and they sometimes had cords to tie pieces of armour to them (called "points").
2. Standalone padding was intended to act as armour by itself. It was thick, rigid, and significantly heavier than metal armour. If you want to see a good example today then take a look at the quilted arm guards for kendo.
3. Supplemental padded armour was intended to be worn over the top of other armour. It was lighter and generally less rigid than standalone armour.
1. These were worn under armour. They provided minimal protection because they were intended to reduce chafing and improve the fit of the armour. They were no thicker or heavier than a winter tunic but they sometimes had pads in key areas such as the shoulders and hips and they sometimes had cords to tie pieces of armour to them (called "points").
2. Standalone padding was intended to act as armour by itself. It was thick, rigid, and significantly heavier than metal armour. If you want to see a good example today then take a look at the quilted arm guards for kendo.
3. Supplemental padded armour was intended to be worn over the top of other armour. It was lighter and generally less rigid than standalone armour.
Author: Bronze Age Military Equipment, Pen & Sword Books
