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Riveted Mail Shirt, Birka

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  • Material: Mild Steel
  • Rings: 14 gauge
  • Ring size: 11 mm
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Mail armor was called "Brynja" by Vikings, and it was worn in the form of a mail shirt by those who could afford it. Our mail shirt is made from uncoated 14 gauge riveted round steel rings with 14 gauge solid flat steel washers. The outer diameter of the rings is 11 mm, which gives good protection and a historical appearance. The mail shirt has half sleeves and comes in three sizes.

Our mail is based on the Viking Age find at the garrison of Birka in Sweden, that is the best source of what Viking mail looked like with the ring size and construction.

Product number: 2066

SIZE GUIDE

Medium Size:
- Chest circumference: 120 cm / 47 inches
- Length: 80 cm / 31 inches
- Length of sleeve: 25 cm / 10 inches
- Weight: Approx. 12.7 kg / 28 lbs

Large Size:
- Chest circumference: 130 cm / 51 inches.
- Length: 85 cm / 33 inches
- Length of sleeve: 30 cm / 12 inches
- Weight: Approx. 14.5 kg / 32 lbs

Extra-Large Size:
- Chest circumference: 140 cm / 55 inches.
- Length: 90 cm / 35 inches
- Length of sleeve: 35 cm / 14 inches
- Weight: Approx. 16.7 kg / 37 lbs

HEAD OPENING

It is quite simple to remove a few rings from the sides of the head opening, if you wish it to be wider. A popular method is also to cut open rings down the frong, creating a "slit" that can be closed with leather cords.

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05/18/23
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Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
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Fernando P.
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05/18/23
It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
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Fernando P.
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5.0 star rating
05/18/23
It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
F
Fernando P.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
05/18/23
It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
F
Fernando P.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
05/18/23
It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
F
Fernando P.
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5.0 star rating
05/18/23
It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
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Fernando P.
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5.0 star rating
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It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
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Fernando P.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
05/18/23
It looks awesome!
Review by Fernando P. on 18 May 2023 review stating It looks awesome!
It looks awesome!
It is my very first time experiencing what it'slike to wear real body armor (and owning it), so it's a little hard for me to compare to others. However, I can say the quality of this is very good. The shipping was faster than expected and I love that!
It's heavy, tricky to put on, and hard to take off (I had to request help! haha), but it was totally worth it, specially with the anniversary discount!

Keep in mind you might need to do some maintenance, since the product comes with a type of oil that might stain the clothes you'd be wearing if you try it on. After all, the armor is made of non-stainless Steel and can create rust if you don't take proper care of it!

If you're into Norse culture reenactment, historical accuracy or even choosing your armor for an ACL organization, you can actually wear this in real combat!

Thank you once again Grimfrost!
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