These are extremely LIGHT and STRONG 19-gauge (0.04″) heat treated spring stainless steel demi-gauntlets or half-gauntlets in an early 15th Century English style. They weigh only .9 lbs each, strapped! They are quite compact, and articulated on sliding rivets to allow a very high degree of protection and mobility. Perfectly suited to SCA rattan combat with basket hilts, as well as WMA or SCA steel combat. The stainless spring steel alloy is rust resistant, but can rust under adverse conditions (as is the case with anything made of iron!).
The price comes with straps, but you could subtract $15 for unstrapped versions and tell us in the Notes section if you want them UNstrapped – otherwise you’ll get regular price with straps.
Sizing: measure around your palm for general sizing. These sizes are meant to fit a glove and/or a little bit of padding underneath. Go UP one size if you split measurements.
Extra Small – 6 in / 15cm (cuff width is 4″)
Small – 6.5 in / 17cm (cuff width is 4.5″)
Medium – 7.5 in / 19cm (cuff width is 5″)
Large – 8.5 in / 21cm (cuff width is 5.5″)
Extra Large – 9.5 in / 23cm (cuff width is 6″)
Andrew Lowry –
These are great. They weigh almost nothing and move well between the hand and the basket hilt. No rust and no dents after years of use. They are worth the price. I highly recommend. Sir Richard Larmer, SCA Kingdom of Ealdormere