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GDFB – Padded Gambeson – Black

(9 customer reviews)

$112.95$148.95

This heavy padded Gambeson provides a level of protection in itself and can be worn beneath a heavier armor. Made of 100% cotton with wool / poly fill. Leather straps and antiqued buckles complete the authentic look. Features an open arm pit design allowing for better mobility and some ventilation. Sized as follows:
Large – Shoulder: 19”, Length: 37 1/2”, Chest: up to 42”
X-Large – Shoulder: 19 1/2”, Length: 38 1/2”, Chest: up to 46”
XX-Large – Shoulder: 20”, Length: 40”, Chest: up to 48”
Sizing may vary slightly per item as they are handmade & adjustable.

Weight8 lb
ColorBlack
TypeGambeson
MaterialCotton
ManufacturerGDFB
Country of OriginIndia

9 reviews for GDFB – Padded Gambeson – Black

  1. Ian

    Not too shabby at all… especially for the cost. I am a 44″ chest more or less and after finding some of the GDFB products ran a bit small (tunics, etc.) I thought I best be cautious and go a size up like I had before. It fits me well as an individual piece but the sleeves are a bit wide when it comes to getting my arms kitted up. So go with your normal size with this bit of kit and you will be better off. That being said this is a well made, solid gambeson. It is really well made, comfortable and the leather is really nice, much nicer than I had expected out of it. I wouldn’t wade into a melee with this as my only protection but some elbow cops, gauntlets and a breastplate and I would be confident in free sparring in it for sure.

  2. James

    Very nice, runs large It is very nice quality for the price. Padding is more than adequate and I was pleasantly surprised to find it is actually nice real leather. Be aware it seems to RUN LARGE. I measured my chest at 42-43″ which is between L and XL. I Decided to go with XL to be safe, but it was definitely too big. I returned it for a L (very hassle free!) and on the tightest buckle setting it was just about right.

  3. Dan

    There is a reason this is the main gambeson photo on the site This is an excellent gambeson. Good padding, feels like you really have adequate protection from blows while wearing it. The fit is good and I’m a very big guy. The Gambeson also looks really cool; I would wear it without mail just as a period costume with tights and boots. If you want to buy a gambeson, this is your guy right here.

  4. Sam

    Heavy Gambeson I bought one of these guys used a while back as my first gambeson and dear God…. This thing is a monster. It hasn’t shown a sign of wear and is padded to spare. The leather bleeds when you wash it but due to the dark fabric it matters not. They seem to run a bit large but they are built like tanks, look great and provide awesome protection. But they’re hot as F XD

  5. John D.

    Real deal A very nice piece of work ! Fits to size . Thick and heavy, battle ready ! Not a costume article. I am a 42 chest and measure 46 ” in this, so be advised smallish mail won’t fit over it .

  6. Jeff Webb

    Very good protection and comfort This jacket provides a great level of protection and comfort for the money. I use it frequently (Every week and sometimes multiple days a week) and I am very happy with it. It is a bit hard to clean and dry. That takes some time, but for the money, I’ve used this instead of spending several hundreds of dollars on a modern HEMA jacket and this jacket has been and continues to do a great service to me in sparring and tournament fighting as well as instructing my students. A darned good buy for the money.

  7. Cole H.

    Surprised how cheap and effective it is With this piece, I say you’re getting more than what you pay for. Its thickly padded but isn’t bulky at all, which many gambesons this price are. Out of the box, there was no need to bend the joints in place and you can put armor over the gambeson with no issue at all. I do sparring and this gambeson is able to absorb most of the blow on its own.
    Overall, great purchase.

  8. BucketGuy (verified owner)

    Wonderfully crafted and nice look too. I really wish they made a medium because Large is slightly to big for a 5-11 21 year old.

  9. Welshman

    Stylish, functional, and durable. Five stars. Goes great under mail and will take a hit. As others have said, it is also just an attractive piece of clothing. Mine’s not so nice now that it’s soaked in sweat and fluid film, but it would make great outerwear in cold weather (though no replacement for a snow coat due to the armpit holes that allow freedom of movement). GDFB is good quality but this is probably some of the best value they make.

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