Chainmail aventail for helmets, flat rings with wedge rivets, Ø 8mm, steel

chainmail aventail  made of flat rings riveted with wedge rivets, Ø 8mm

This chainmail aventail  was made from flat rings, which were closed by means of wedge rivets (triangular rivets). This type of wickerwork is typical for the European late Middle Ages. The weave is 4 in 1.
It is therefore suitable for depicting the Late Middle Ages.

In the Middle Ages, chainmail aventail  were attached to helmets, such as nose-type helmets, or above all to late medieval pelvic caps. They were worn as additional neck and shoulder protection.

The rim was made of thick cowhide, which was sewn to the chain mail. The fastening holes for the helmet must be made by the customer himself.

Details of the chainmail aventail :
Ring inner diameter: approx. 8 mm
Ring thickness: approx. 1.6 mm
Material: steel, untreated (slightly oiled)
Weight: approx. 2,4 kg

Scope of supply: 1x chainmail aventail made of flat rings riveted with wedge rivets, Ø 8mm