How thick and heavy were the gambesons or padded armours that were worn under mail armour? - Quora
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Buff coats, worn under armor by cavalry and officers, could stop a sword cut or even a musket or pistol balls
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Why did soldiers in the XVII century use buff coats (leather armour) instead of gambeson (padded armour)? Many people claim gambesons are cheaper and at least as protective. - Quora
Why did soldiers in the XVII century use buff coats (leather armour) instead of gambeson (padded armour)? Many people claim gambesons are cheaper and at least as protective. - Quora
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Buff coats, worn under armor by cavalry and officers, could stop a sword cut or even a musket or pistol balls
Why did soldiers in the XVII century use buff coats (leather armour) instead of gambeson (padded armour)? Many people claim gambesons are cheaper and at least as protective. - Quora
Why did soldiers in the XVII century use buff coats (leather armour) instead of gambeson (padded armour)? Many people claim gambesons are cheaper and at least as protective. - Quora
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