Visby Coat of Plates
Les Artisans d'Azure
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Visby Coat of Plates
Legend
27th of July, 1361, Island of Gotland
The troops were gathering on the edges of the city of Visby to face the Danish invaders, unleashed by their king to seize the riches and the land of the prosperous Swedish town. The enemies were battle-hardened Danes, armed with two-handed axes, crossbows, lances, and swords. The town's militia had more men but were ill-equipped and unprepared. Only a few veterans were holding the line amongst the townsfolk, protected by full sets of coats of plates. Even though they would struggle against the Danes's heavy infantry and volleys of arrows, they were determined to resist the invaders and act as bulwarks for their fellow citizens. History would tell us centuries later that their valiance wouldn't ultimately be enough, but their bravery in the face of a far superior force wouldn't be forgotten.
Description
Inspired by one of the coats of plates found on Visby's battle archaeological site, this armor follows precisely the historical pattern of the time, each plate riveted to maximize comfort and protection for the wearer. Adapted for live-action roleplaying, our version of this famous armor uses aluminum plates for a lighter and more comfortable result, without compromising its overall appearance and decorum. This armor is the perfect alternative to traditional plate armor in LARP for anyone seeking a more modest or humble look. Coat of plates were often the first choice amongst the more common knights, mercenaries, men-at-arms, and militias from the 14th to the 16th century.
Materials
- Aluminium 14 gauge / 1.63 mm
- Flexible leather 2-3oz
- Antique brass-plated eyelets, rivets, and buckles
- 5-6 oz / 2 mm leather
Characteristics
- Authentic historical design inspired by the battle of Visby
- Thick aluminum plating for an authentic look and optimal comfort
- Adjustable with straps
- Folded and sewed leather borders
Measurements (Chest size)
- Medium: 32 to 38 inches – 81cm to 97cm
- Large: 38 to 44 inches – 97cm to 112 cm
- XLarge: 44 to 50 inches – 112cm to 127cm
- 2XLarge: 50 to 56 inches – 127cm to 142cm
Handmade in Quebec, Canada by Les Artisans d'Azure
The Azure Standard: Authentic Original Designs
You might see cheap, low-quality imported copies using our stolen photos across the web. When you buy directly from Azure Workshops, you are investing in the authentic, original design. Here is what makes the real deal worth it:
- True Leather Mastery: Depending on the item's tier, we use thick, highly durable buffalo leather or premium vegetable-tanned leather. It doesn't peel or crack like cheap imitations; it gains character as you adventure.
- Battle-Ready Hardware: We use tough, plated steel rivets and buckles. Your straps are built to hold under the stress of combat.
- Handcrafted in Montreal: Every cut and rivet is done by our fairly paid artisans in Canada.
- Lifetime Repair Warranty: We stand by our work. While we cannot prevent normal wear and tear from combat, we offer a lifetime repair warranty on the structural integrity of our house brand. If a strap breaks or a rivet pops, we fix it.
