Lobster Tail Gauntlets

Description

The name “Lobster Tail” refers to the distinctive shape of the glove, which resembled the segmented tail of a lobster. The gauntlet consists of articulated plates that seamlessly cover the fingers, knuckles, and back of the hand. Cuff extends over the wrist and flares out in hourglass-shape allowing good mobility to the wrist.

Lobster Tail Gauntlets provided excellent protection while allowing flexibility and dexterity for wielding weapons and handling other tasks. The individual moveable plates slide past other effortlessly allowing for a good grip on weapons.

Lobster Tail Gauntlets were used all over Europe during the 14th and 15th centuries, during the Late Middle Ages. They were worn by knights, men-at-arms, and other armored warriors of the period. Gloves in this style were most commonly used by the mercenaries and foot soldiers of the 15th Century till the beginning of 16th Century. Gauntlets in this style were typically used by infantry who wanted to protect hands while using pikes, halberds and other staff weapons.

• Made of approx. 1.9 mm thick steel
• Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used on its manufacturing
• One size (fits up to size 10)
• Weight 2.04 kg (including both gauntlets)
• Comes without leather gloves. You can use any gloves you previously have or get a new fitting pair from our selection.
• We recommend using a leather gloves with these steel gauntlets. Suitable gloves are for example -Brown Leather Gloves- and -Lighty Padded Practical Gloves-
• Includes steel gauntlets for both hands
• Made by Marshal Historical