Chainmail Chainguards and Aventails

The Heritage of the Warrior Under the Helmet

When closed helmets dominated the battlefield in the 14th century, the chain guard , also known as aventail, was born. This curtain of rings, attached to the helmet with laces or rivets, protected the neck, nape, and shoulders without sacrificing mobility or vision. Warriors in France, England, and the Holy Roman Empire wore them as a symbol of military evolution, combining the strength of iron with the flexibility of mail. Beneath each ring lay the tradition of medieval blacksmiths, who combined strength and artistry in every weave.

Main features:

• Complete coverage of neck, throat, nape and shoulders.
• Riveted rings in European 4-in-1 pattern for maximum authenticity.
• Secure fastening by means of leather laces or rivets to the helmet.
• Widely used from the 14th century to the early modern age.
• Lighter and more flexible than the traditional mesh hood, promoting mobility.
• Handcrafted, each piece is unique and durable .

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At Tienda Medieval, you'll find medieval chain guards , forged in the spirit of the Late Middle Ages. Whether for your knight's armor, reenactment, or LARP, these aventails provide authenticity and protection worthy of a medieval warrior.