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They are not suitable for [[combat]] lacking both mass and blow absorption properties, although they may provide reasonable protection against a [[rapier]] (cf. [[rapier parrying gauntlet]]). They were not used in [[period]]. |
They are not suitable for [[combat]] lacking both mass and blow absorption properties, although they may provide reasonable protection against a [[rapier]] (cf. [[rapier parrying gauntlet]]). They were not used in [[period]]. |
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Note apart from original author: There are in fact 2 examples in rapier plates which demonstrate the use of a mail gauntlet to protect the off-hand. |
Note apart from original author: There are in fact 2 period examples in rapier plates which demonstrate the use of a mail gauntlet to protect the off-hand. |
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Revision as of 14:27, 13 October 2007
A butcher's glove is a glove made woven with rings of stainless steel. When worn on the hand, it gives protection against slices. Butchers commonly wear them in their profession, hence the name.
They are not suitable for combat lacking both mass and blow absorption properties, although they may provide reasonable protection against a rapier (cf. rapier parrying gauntlet). They were not used in period.
Note apart from original author: There are in fact 2 period examples in rapier plates which demonstrate the use of a mail gauntlet to protect the off-hand.
