Greaves exist because the shin sits with very little natural padding between skin and bone, making it a genuinely vulnerable point in combat regardless of what era or type of armour is being reconstructed. This reproduction offers that classic greave silhouette in leather, giving a significantly lighter alternative to steel for wearers prioritising comfort over strict material accuracy.
Leather Greaves, Pair
Greaves protect the tibia, the bone closest to the skin and most susceptible to injury from a low strike or accidental blow. This pair offers that same protective silhouette in leather rather than steel, for a lighter, more comfortable build. Fully wearable, they suit a lightly armoured impression or extended wear at events.
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