Some Guidelines from Will about Chainmail
If you are thinking about purchasing chainmail you might be confused by some of the terms. I can help.
First off if you see the term "butted" chainmail that means that the ends of the rings have been butted together.
This is a good technique, it makes for easier chainmail to make and it makes for a more economically priced item. This butted is in comparison to another technique for making rings. This other technique is riveted. This is where every ring is actually closed with a rivet. Riveted makes for a much more sturdy chainmail but it is quite a bit more expensive.
Gauge: Another term you are going to run into is the gauge of the wire that the chainmail is made out of. It is easy to understand. The higher the number the thinner the wire. So, two common sizes of wire for chainmail are 16 and 18 gauge. And it is important to know that the 16 gauge is the thicker of the two.
The thicker the gauge wire the stronger the chainmail, but also the heavier the chainmail.
Steel or Aluminum? -Steel is of course more durable and more expensive. Aluminum the more economical choice, and aluminum generally looks better in terms of shiny and bright. And of course steel is much heavier. The choice is yours. And steel, unless coated with something will actually rust. It does need oiling as maintenance. A typical coating for steel chainmail is zinc. That is pretty common.
 How to Make Chainmail:
This is a tutorial that shows you step-by-step how to make chain mail. I show you which wire to use, how to create the rings and how to weave the actual mail. How to make chainmail. I will also be doing a tutorial on how to make a piece of chainmail armor.
Chainmail Jump Rings - You can select from Various sizes.
- You are looking at one pound of quality Bright Aluminum jump rings for making outstanding jewelery or mail armor. These rings are saw cut by an extremely precise jewelers saw (0.008" thick) to make perfect closings for your projects. They are made of Aluminum Alloy 5356, which has 5% Magnesium and makes for a much brighter finish than regular aluminum and doesn't oxidize(no blackness ruboff). They have been cleaned and polished and are ready to use!
Battle ready Chainmail Coif Armor
Battle Ready 4 in 1 Interlocking steel rings are linked together for the strongest sword-proof armor coif. Each steel ring is 10mm in diameter of 8 AWG carbon-infused stainless steel alloy. Each ring is forged by authentic metalsmiths to produce this genuine Medieval Armor Coif. The pattern of links effectively doubles the steel Gauge armor capacity. It covers the head (top and back), the neck, and the upper chest area. Chain mail armor is a highly valued piece of armor. It was very expensive in medieval Europe because of its rarity and production expense. However, many battle commanders, nobility, and wealthier soldiers were willing to acquire chain mail armor to increase their survivability. It protects the body from swords, spears, knives, impact weapons, and projectiles, while still providing full and equal coverage. This chain mail coif is genuine armor that can be worn for the purpose of protection.
Medieval Chain Mail Shirt and Coif Armor Set (Full Size) Long Shirt
- Silver Medieval Chain Mail Armor Set (Shirt AND Hat Hood)
- Shirt Size: 17'' x 34'' / Hat Size: 13 " x 18 "
- Stretchable: Fit up to 48"
- Material: Zinc Plated Steel / 1/4" Rings
- Weight: 21 lb (approx)
The wearing of chain mail has been an effective means of protection in combat and war of countries. Its use dates back to the Creeks and early Roman empire where warriors and legionnaires donned metal plate. The medieval era knights and most remembered for their elaborate chain mail in different designs. the period of chain mail armor runs from about the early 1300's to about the mid to late 1500's. High quality Chain Mail shirt and coif set. Zinc plated steel construction. Weights 32 pounds. Will fit up to 48" chest. 17" from underarm to wrist, 34" from top of shoulder to thigh. 18 gauge and 1/4" ring size.
Medieval Renaissance Haubergeon Replica Warrior Chainmail Armor Long Shirt XL
This Medieval Steel Butted Half Sleeve Habergeon XL Chainmail is a true piece of armor. This is known as the Foe of Sword which came from the name Mail which is Latin for Mecula meaning Net. This type of chainmail armor can be seen in different times and different eras in history. This particular Medieval Habergeon Chainmail consists of small metal rings linked together for a protective barrier between you and your enemy and offers protection from sword hits. Also, this Medieval Steel Butted Half Sleeve Habergeon XL Chainmail is known as the Haubergeon which means that it fits mid-thigh length. Medieval Chainmail Armor is a must have for medieval lovers. It is perfect for Renaissance festivals or even display or cosplay and costumes.
Medieval Knights Full Sleeve Hauberk Chainmail Large
- Overall Length: 42 Inches, Construction: Zinc Plated Mild Steel
- Gauge: 16g, Ring Size: 10mm
- Ring Pattern: Round, Butted, Large Chest size: 54 Inches
- Arm Width Per Sleeve: 21 Inches, Arm Length Per Sleeve: 21 Inches
- Fit: Large
Black Large Size Hauberk Round Ring Riveted Medieval Chainmail Shirt SCA LARP
- Our hauberks are hand made authentic replicas. Our high quality chain mail Hauberk is made of thousands of Mild Steel rings in the medieval 4 in 1 pattern. This hauberk has a slit at the hem and the sleeve's circumference tapers down from the shoulder to the wrist.
- Chest Size: 54", Leght: 42" , Sleeve Size 21". This is a large size hauberk. There are other sizes available.
- Chainmail Hauberk is a knee length shirt with full sleeves. It has a slit at the hem.
- It is made from Round Ring Round Riveted Alternate 9mm 18G rings.
- Item comes covered in oil to protect from oxidation.
 The Ringer Stainless Steel Chainmail Cast Iron Cleaner
THE ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR CLEANING CAST IRON
-TOUGH - Built to last as long as your cast iron products
-SIMPLE - Easy to use, clean, and store
-LOVED - Used by cast iron enthusiasts worldwide
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