These gauntlets represent the refined hand protection developed during the height of Renaissance plate armour in the early 16th century. During this period, gauntlets evolved into highly articulated components that combined protection with the mobility required by armoured nobles and professional soldiers throughout Western and Central Europe.
 
Constructed from overlapping plates and carefully shaped components, Renaissance gauntlets demonstrate the precision of the armourer’s craft. The articulated fingers, metacarpal plates, and cuff design reflect the attention to detail that defined the finest armour of the period, where function and artistry were combined into a single piece.
This reproduction is handcrafted from 20-gauge mild steel, capturing the distinctive form and construction of 16th-century plate armour. It is suitable for living history, display, and collectors seeking historically inspired armour.
 
These gauntlets are mounted on our Deerskin Gloves