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Is the thickness of the steel used the same as medieval armour ? |
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| The plate thickness of an armour varied according to the importance of the area each plate protected, and to the amount of movement expected by the area of the body covered. For instance, the thickest parts of an armour are usually the helmet and breastplate. Vambraces, cuisses and greaves were usually quite thin comparatively, so as not to hinder arm and leg movement, as were backplates, because attacks usually came from the front. Wherever possible, we try to use steel of the same thickness found in medieval examples. This yields armour of about the same weight and function as historical examples. Depending on the intended use and the steel type chosen, we often will increase the thickness for extra durability. |
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