Gambeson / Padded Jackets / Aketon:
Welcome here in Gambeson/Padded Armors Section. Here you can see different models of gambesons, which were worn in Medieval times and later. A gambeson is a padded defensive jacket which is worn as armor separately, or combined with Chainmail or plate armours. Gambesons are being produced with a sewing technique called quilting. Quilting can be done in various designs and patterns with different gauges and layers of padding.
Medieval Long Gambeson Ver.2
Original price was: £95.00.£76.00Current price is: £76.00.
Medieval Long Gambeson
Original price was: £98.00.£78.40Current price is: £78.40.
Medieval Bicolor Gambeson Ver.2
Original price was: £68.00.£54.40Current price is: £54.40.
Medieval Bicolor Gambeson
Original price was: £68.00.£54.40Current price is: £54.40.
French Woolen Pourpoint
Original price was: £105.00.£84.00Current price is: £84.00.
Roman Subarmalis Detachable
Original price was: £78.00.£62.40Current price is: £62.40.
15th Century Gambeson Ver.2
Original price was: £78.50.£62.80Current price is: £62.80.
Roman Subarmalis With Pteruges 4th-7th Century
Original price was: £83.50.£66.80Current price is: £66.80.
Gambeson from southern Germany 14th-15th Century
Original price was: £92.50.£74.00Current price is: £74.00.
Knight Gambeson Closing With Strap Version.3
Original price was: £70.00.£56.00Current price is: £56.00.
Roman military Gambeson Subarmalis
Original price was: £48.00.£38.40Current price is: £38.40.
Medieval Viking Padded Gambeson With Leather Trim
Original price was: £120.00.£96.00Current price is: £96.00.
Subarmalis Roman ver.3
Original price was: £65.00.£52.00Current price is: £52.00.
German Pourpoint 14th,15th Century
Original price was: £68.50.£54.80Current price is: £54.80.
Late Medieval Gambeson 14th,15th Century
Original price was: £61.50.£49.20Current price is: £49.20.
Gambeson Infantryman Of 12th-13th Centuries
Original price was: £60.00.£48.00Current price is: £48.00.
Knight Bicolor Gambeson
Original price was: £54.00.£43.20Current price is: £43.20.
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Linen Gambeson Detachable (13th Cen)
Original price was: £88.00.£70.40Current price is: £70.40.Gambeson / Padded Jackets / Aketons: Essential Medieval Armor
A gambeson is a crucial piece of padded armor, providing both protection and comfort for warriors throughout history. Worn as standalone defense or beneath plate and chainmail, these quilted jackets absorb impact and enhance mobility. From Viking warriors to medieval knights, gambesons have been an essential part of combat gear.
A Viking gambeson was often made of layered fabric or leather, offering Norse warriors protection in battle while allowing freedom of movement. Similarly, a medieval gambeson evolved to provide improved padding and reinforcement, making it an indispensable piece of armor for soldiers across Europe.
For those seeking extra defense, an armored gambeson includes additional padding or integrated plates, ensuring better protection against blows. Warriors in different historical periods adapted the gambeson to their needs, such as the 13th-century gambeson, which was longer and heavily padded, or the 14th-century gambeson, which was tailored for enhanced flexibility and durability.
Beyond medieval Europe, a Roman gambeson, also known as a subarmalis Roman, was worn beneath lorica segmentata or chainmail. This Roman subarmalis helped prevent chafing and absorbed impact, improving the effectiveness of Roman armor. Another historical variation is the woolen doublet, a padded jacket often worn during the Renaissance for warmth and minor protection.
Whether you are a reenactor, LARP enthusiast, or collector, a high-quality gambeson provides the perfect combination of authenticity, comfort, and protection for any historical setting.