Custom Medieval Chainmail Armor

Medieval chainmail armor is known to be a spectacle of medieval craftsmanship where each metal ring was meticulously woven by skilled armorers using interlocking techniques. This versatile armor use to be one of the most preferred choices of medieval warriors since the Chainmail offered both protection and flexibility in the battlefield. The legacy of medieval chainmail still survives in the modern-day reenactments and historical representations. Today, Chainmail Armor can be seen in films, literature and outdoor historical events paying homage to the medieval era.

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At AllbestStuff we offer fully customized Chainmail Armor

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We take pride in replicating this medieval marvel for our customers. While all modern-day artisans focus on standard metal like Steel and Aluminum, we on the other hand focus on customer specific needs as we believe that the medieval chainmail armor is an important personalized piece of equipment. Some of the popular metal type we use in our Chainmail are Stainless Steel, Solid Brass and Solid Titanium wire along with more standard wire like Mild Steel and Aluminum. Our customers can now customize their chainmail armor as per individual preference, one of our dedicated staff (AllbestStuff colleague) will work exclusively over the email contact@allbeststuff.com or WhatsApp (+91-9999444199) and ensure production of an ideal Chainmail Armor exclusively designed and produce as per the required specifications. Our approach is to not flood the inbox with emails but if the customers are comfortable, our project colleague will share regular updates from the chainmail production stage to the final quality checking stage sharing photographs / videos along with measurements before it gets dispatched.

How to get a perfect Chainmail Armor

The following customizations are an integral part of professional battle ready Chainmaille armors making them a fully functional armor. AllbestStuff customers can also choose from below optional rather important components toad to their Chainmaille armor suit.

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    Adding a Riding Slit -

    Start with the most basic customization and ask for a riding slit at the bottom helm, which offers full mobility to the legs in the battlefield, we offer both center and side slit depending upon the customer requirements free of charge. The required length for the riding slit can be selected from additional options listed on the product page.

    Riding Slit
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    Tapering of Chainmail Sleeve -

    Is one of the biggest challenge since most of the artisan will produce Chainmail sleeve with straight circumference, we at AllbestStuff always recommend our customers to opt for tapered sleeve so the chainmail is less flappy at the wrist making the arm movement comfortable.

    Tapering of Chainmail Sleeve
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    Chainmail Gusset -

    We recommend our customers to install an armpit and elbow gusset which makes the chainmail sleeve more flexible and offer range of motion and bending.

    Chainmail Gusset
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    Integrated Coif and Ventail -

    Considered being the best components for protection of head, neck & face in the battlefield, while the chainmail coif covers the head, the maille ventail backed by leather will protect the face and neck, at AllbestStuff customers can choose the height of integrated coif from additional options. We offer smaller 13 inches height chainmail coif to a large size 24 inches. We also offer leather, linen and a purely chainmail based ventail as per the customer requirement.

    Integrated Coif and Ventail
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    Integrated Mittens -

    Integrated mittens offers great protection to fighter's hands in the battlefield, customer can choose between the leather or a linen based mittens. The design of our chainmail mittens is carefully inspired by the medieval era, a slit at the palm or at the wrist to enable hands to be taken out. We also offer reinforced mittens with thick leather along with chainmail for extra protection that customers can choose from.

    Integrated Mittens
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    Brass Trim and Leather Edging -

    Customized your chainmail armor with solid brass rows and leather edging to create a superior look.

    Brass Trim and Leather Edging

How we produce Riveted Chainmail Armor

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    Raw Material Selection at AllbestStuff:

    Our chainmail manufacturing process begins with the careful selection of high-quality raw materials. All premium metal wires to prepare rings, such as Titanium, Stainless Steel or Aluminum, are chosen for their durability and resistance to rust or corrosion. We buy wires only from top quality manufacturers.

    Raw Material Selection at AllbestStuff
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    Ring Formation

    The very basis first step after procurement of quality metal wire is too coiled, in order to cut into individual rings. Considering the commercial aspects in modern chainmail production setup, the wire is loaded onto the machine which is equipped to cut the wire at a précised measurement. These rings form the building blocks of the chainmail products. Please refer this useful short video of the wire cutting machine in action to create chainmail rings.

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    Chainmail Ring Heating & Flattening Process

    To make a flat ring chainmail product the rings cut from the wire is required to go through an annealing process. Our skilled workmen carefully work with different chainmail wires by heating it up to temperature of 1600 Fahrenheit. Thereafter the rings are slowly cooled in the controlled manner to relieve its internal stress and improve its ductility. Each individual ring then goes under the punching machine to turn them into a flat ring.

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    Ring Preparation

    Each ring is then meticulously smoothed and rounded to eliminate any rough edges or burrs. This step is crucial to prevent discomfort for the wearer and to ensure the rings interlock seamlessly during assembly. Each individual ring that has gone through the cutting process require a precision drilling of a hole which will later become crucial for sealing the ring with its relative rivet. Each individual ring goes through this drilling process and our skilled staff ensures that the hole is made right in the center of the ring to maintain the strength.

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    Weaving Process

    The art of weaving chainmail comes to life as skilled artisans interlock each individual ring with four others, forming a 4-in-1 pattern known as "four-in-one" weave. This pattern is the foundation of traditional chainmail armor, offering a perfect balance between flexibility and protection.

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    Riveting Process

    Once sheets are weaved in small sizes each ring is riveted individually by carefully positioning it into the hand pressing machine, our skilled artisan ensure the quality of rivets sealed to the rings.

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    Expansion and Design

    As the weaving progresses, the chainmail sheet can be expanded by adding more rows and columns of rings. This customization allows for the creation of various sizes and designs, tailored to the wearer's needs and preferences. Once sheets are made in specific sizes it goes for cleaning and finishing process depending upon custom choice, we offer number of finish on our steel, brass and aluminum products. Please see video if chainmail sheets Auto Blackened process.

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    Quality Control

    AllbestStuff places a strong emphasis on quality control throughout the manufacturing process. Each section of chainmail is carefully inspected for flaws, incorrect ring placement, or irregularities that could compromise the integrity of the armor.

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    Finishing Touches

    After the chainmail is woven and inspected, any necessary adjustments are made to ensure its structural integrity. This might involve tightening loose rings or refining the edges for comfort. Depending on customer preferences, the chainmail can undergo optional treatments such as finishing, leather edging, brass upgrades depending upon the customer choice. These additional enhancements add to the overall appearance of the chainmail armor.

Type of Chainmail Rings offered by AllbestStuff

When it comes to crafting chainmail, AllbestStuff takes pride in offering a wide array of ring sizes and metal options to cater to the diverse needs and preferences of armor enthusiasts, from Mild steel to one of the strongest alloy titanium, and from the smaller 6mm to 9mm in diameter, let's delve into the different combinations that customers can choose for their chainmail armor:

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    Stainless Steel (SS) Rings:

    Chainmail products made from Stainless Steel rings offer corrosion resistance, with more strength and durability SS maille products can be easily maintained especially in areas which are humid. AllbestStuff offers smallest 6 mm to standard size 9 mm ring chainmail products.

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    Brass Rings:

    If you're aiming for a touch of elegance and antiquity, chainmail products made from solid brass rings from AllbestStuff is a perfect choice. Brass ring finished in lacquer coating reveals a warm, golden outlook that adds a unique charm to chainmail appearance, whether used for costumes or historical displays or to enhance the existing steel armor with brass edges, we do it all to make your chainmail armor appear exclusive in every sense.

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    Aluminum Rings:

    Aluminum rings are a lightweight alternative that doesn't compromise on strength. They're particularly popular for costumes and cosplay due to their comfort and ease of movement. We offer dark antique finish Aluminum chainmail which is light in weight and offer steel like appearance, a delight for women warrior since it offers complete mobility. AllbestStuff produces aluminum butted and riveted rings in a range of diameters to accommodate different medieval era requirement.

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    Titanium Rings:

    Titanium chainmail armor, known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, just for perspective titanium grade 2 rings have a tensile strength of 1100 MPa compared to stainless steel 304 rings of 485 MPa and its large size chainmail armor weigh around 12lbs similar to an Aluminum chainmail hauberk. Titanium's resistance to corrosion and impressive durability makes it a favored choice among serious collectors and enthusiasts, AllbestStuff offers fully riveted titanium chainmail products in flat riveted rings.

Choosing the Correct Diameter for your chainmail armor

AllbestStuff recognizes that the diameter of the rings plays a significant role in the appearance, weight, and flexibility of the chainmail. Customers can select from 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, and 9mm diameters, each offering distinct characteristics that influence the final product.

6 mm Diameter: Smaller rings create knotty patterns and are often used for finer weaves, resulting in denser armor capable of stopping smaller pointed objects. Due to the smaller ring diameter the 6 mm chainmail armor made in mild steel and stainless steel ring becomes heavier in weight.

8 mm Diameters: These sizes strike a balance between intricacy and coverage, providing an optimal blend of flexibility and protection. They are popular choices for a wide range of applications.

9 mm and 10 MM Diameter: Is the most sought out ring sizes in chainmail armor widely used in producing commercial chainmail making them the most economical among other variations. 9 mm steel chainmail and 10 mm aluminum chainmail hauberk are the most popular variant in Chainmail armor.

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