For full arm protection, the Blackened Gustav Full Arm Guards are a great choice. They feature a classic, versatile design with just the right details, such as their decorative grommets, layered look, and darkened, anti-rust finish. Round plates protect the elbow joint on each piece. Sold in sets of two, these arm guards can easily be adjusted to suit the needs of the wearer via the shoulder buckle, which is useful for attaching spaulders, and additional leather straps that secure it to the arms. Sure to suit a variety of medieval looks, the Blackened Gustav Full Arm Guards are a great addition to any LARP armour set or light reenactment outfit.
Looking for the matching pieces of this armour? Create the complete look with our Blackened Gustave Armour Set (ARMOUR-S4), which includes the Blackened Gustav Full Arm Guards alongside the other pieces of this armour set.
Please be aware that this armour is handmade, and it can be thicker than listed here. As such, it is intended mainly for costuming, light reenactment, and LARP.
When purchasing armour pieces, in order for the pieces to be compatible, it is best to stay within the brand.
Key Features:
- Attach to spaulders via leather buckled strap
- Fasten to arm via leather buckled straps
- Each arm includes a round elbow plate
- Sold in sets of two
Materials:
- Made of 18 gauge blackened steel
Care Instructions:
- This armour will arrive to you covered in protective oil. While this oil can be removed, it must be replaced with another protective maintenance product to protect your steel armour from rusting. Occasional oiling is necessary for the proper maintenance of this armour. When storing this armour, protect it from oxidation by coating it with machine oil. For more on how to protect and maintain your steel armour, check out our guide on Taking Care of Steel Armour.
Sizing:
- Overall Length: 18 Inches
- Upper Arm Plating Length: 5 Inches
- Elbow Plating Length: 7 Inches
- Wrist Plating Length: 4 Inches
- Upper Arm Circumference: 13-19 Inches
- Lower Arm Circumference: 10-13 Inches
Measurements are approximate.
ben.lurker (verified owner) –
Really like these. When I first got them the arms wouldn’t bend beyond 90 degrees so I had to modify them a little bit (just a bit of bending and forming) and now I’ve got most of my mobility in my arms. Looks great with the other gustav pieces.