Medieval Chain Mail Armor

chain mail coif - over the shoulder

Made From 16ga. Steel  -  7/16" diam. Links (5/16" Inside) -  4 in1 pattern

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J2-Coif Chain Mail Coif (hood only - pronounced "kwof") Full Over-The-Shoulder Style - Not Just Collar Length ! Don't be Fooled by Others Selling Smaller Styles  That Don't Cover The Neck and Face - 4-1 Link Pattern - Zinc Finish Will Fit a Very Wide Range of Sizes - Expands to Fit Qty.      $49

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A Brief History of the Chain Mail Coif

The chain mail coif (pronounced "kwof") was a protective head and neck covering for the medieval knight. It was usually covered by a helm for added protection. Hand-made of interwoven iron rings, the mail coif would have been very painful to wear without the addition of thick, soft padding beneath it.

Mail was lightweight and versatile, useful for defense against slashing weapons, but it could be pierced if struck by a sharp object with enough force. Also, mail could not prevent bone breaks, concussions and internal injuries to the wearer when struck hard enough by a blunt weapon such as a jousting lance, club or mace.

Still, it was an early, very desirable form of protection for those who could afford it. The production of mail was very costly and labor intensive. Mail garments were so expensive that they were available almost exclusively to knights with enough wealth to obtain them. Common soldiers rarely possessed such protection.

There were variations on coifs, including the aventail that could be attached to a helm. It was important that the knight wear something over his neck, and the mail had to extend down past his collarbone and over his shoulders, to cover the neck opening of the hauberk or byrnie (shirt).

Even with the advent of full suits of plate armor in circa 1440 A.D., the mail coif continued to be an important component of the well-dressed knight’s wardrobe.

Shipping: We have been in business for over 30 years so you can count on top quality, value, good service and prompt delivery. All is carefully packed in a heavy duty, double wall  kraft corrugated carton to insure damage free product. The merchandise is shipped via Standard Ground Service (Fed Ex or UPS).  Shipping costs very per item. Orders are shipped by UPS or FED EX ground within the continental United States only. Shipments to Hawaii and Alaska will be quoted on an individual basis. We can also ship to Canada. Call for a freight quote. No shipping service is offered to any other countries.  RMA required on all returns. Must be in new salable condition.

Packaging: Some of the carriers can be rough on packages. We all have had experiences with patiently waiting for a mail order or online order only to find it damaged upon arrival. We take every precautionary measure to pack your new storage unit very well in a heavy weight container with sufficient padding to insure a safe ride to your home regardless of the color of the truck.

Lead Time: Most orders are shipped within 3-5 days. Average transit time is 2-7 business days depending on your area of the country and location