Combat Surcoat Type 1- Medieval Surcoat for Armour

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Combat Surcoat for Armour – 14th–15th Century

A simple combat surcoat worn over armour, without embroidery or additional decoration. Made from wool and lined with linen. The garment features front and back slits to allow greater freedom of movement while wearing armour.

The surcoat is tied at one side. A wool cord finished with an aglet is included as standard.

The model has short sleeves finished with decorative dagging in the form of elongated, rounded tabs.

Standard construction includes machine sewing, with eyelets finished by hand.

Material: wool, linen lining
Dating: 14th–15th century

The combat surcoat can be customised, for example by adding a coat of arms, an additional slit, appliqué, a mi-parti colour scheme, or a different style of sleeve dagging. Please contact us before ordering if you would like any individual modifications.

Made to order and tailored to your individual measurements.

217,01 €

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Tunics and Battle Coats – A History of Garments Worn Over Armor

Surcoats, also known as battle robes, emerged in the 12th century as lightweight garments worn over mail shirts. Initially, they served a practical purpose – protecting the metal from sun and rain and preventing the knight from overheating. Over time, they began to take on ceremonial significance: they were decorated with coats of arms, embroidery, and colorful fabrics, making them an important element of identification on the battlefield.

In the 14th century, the surcoat evolved into more fitted forms, such as the jupon or coat armor, which accentuated the silhouette and fitted better to armor, while also serving an additional protective function.