Char-A'Ina
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Char-a'ina
DescriptionYOUR FAMILY'S HONOR GOES WITH YOU
Epic Armoury's Epic Dark Char-a'ina is a simple, low-fantasy, historically-based piece of armor that protects the front, back, and sides of the torso and abdomen, originating from Persia, modern-day Iran. Using four plates—one at the front, one at the back, and two at the sides—the Char-a'ina is held together by full-grain leather straps that cross over your back and can be tightened or loosened at the sides.
The large blank areas on the Char-a'ina are perfect for those wishing to add a personal engraving to their armor, as this was also a historical trend for those who wore it during its heyday.
The Char-a'ina was historically used in conjunction with chainmail or chain shirts. Made of 1 mm thick mild steel with premium leather straps and fittings, this piece of armor is designed to withstand the rigors of LARP or reenactment with the usual care for leather and metal armor.
Available in Small/Medium, Large/X-Large, and XX-Large/XXX-Large sizes, and in Polished Steel and Epic Dark colors.
HISTORY
- Char-a'ina translates to "four mirrors," referring to the four plates that make up this type of armor.
- Historical examples that survive to this day are usually from nobles, highly detailed, and engraved with scenes from the lives of their wearers.
- Our version is an amalgamation of different designs rather than one specific one, to create a more general appearance.
Quality
- Made of 19-gauge/1 mm thick mild steel
- Rolled edges with no sharp edges
- Straps and fittings made of premium leather
- Hand-welded parts for maximum durability
- Rust-resistant Epic Armoury Dark coating
This product is handmade and hand-painted and is therefore unique. As a result, compared to similar item numbers, this product may have natural deviations in pattern, color, and shape, which are not considered defects or flaws.
We produce our image material in a natural environment, where lighting and surroundings can affect colors and contrast. Therefore, the images shown may appear different from the product you receive from us.
Measurements are all in cm unless otherwise stated.
Technical details
Brand:
Epic Armoury
Universe:
Ancient
Materials:
Mild steel - 1 mm/19 gauge
Position:
Torso
Product type:
Torso armor
Maintenance
Epic Armoury metalwork products should be treated with quality acid-free vegetable oil or wax and stored in a dry place. Metal armor containing leather parts would require separate maintenance for the leather. Read the "Leather straps and fittings" section below for leather cleaning and maintenance.
Degreasing and preparing your armor for use
When you open your armor, you may be overwhelmed by the smell of grease and oil. The oil has been applied to protect your armor during storage and transport. Use a degreasing product or mineral spirits and a dry cloth or paper towels to remove all oil from the plate armor pieces. It is a little more difficult to remove all the oil from chainmail links, but it can be done in the same way. Wipe off as much as you can with a dry cloth, and with the remaining oil, you can remove the grease from the chainmail with mineral spirits or another solvent by spraying it onto the links. You can also choose to completely submerge your chainmail in a degreasing product and use your hands to agitate the metal in the solution; this will completely remove all oil and grease from your links. After removing the oil, make sure to dry the armor thoroughly. Strong, warm sunlight is excellent for drying your armor, but you can also use a hairdryer or a heat gun to speed up the process. Be careful not to overheat any leather parts when using a heat gun.
Cleaning
Moisture is the enemy of armor and chainmail. If your armor gets wet, it is important that you dry it thoroughly as soon as possible. After handling, wearing, or after six months of storage or display, all metal should be wiped down with a clean cloth. Lightly grease the clean surface with a quality acid-free vegetable oil. Alternatively, you can apply a layer of wax to the entire surface of the exposed metal. Let the wax dry for a couple of hours and then lightly buff it with a soft cloth.
Rust prevention and removal
Store your armor in a dry place and check it every two months for signs of rust. If you find any, remove it by gently rubbing the affected spot with a lightly abrasive pad dampened with quality acid-free vegetable oil or wax. Epic Dark products are specially treated to resist rust, but they should still be treated with oil and stored in a dry place.
Leather straps and fittings
Clean them by removing dirt with a stiff brush, then gently rub with leather soap and a clean, damp cloth until the leather looks clean. Remove the soap with a separate damp cloth to clean off any soap residue and then use a dry cloth to wipe any remaining water off the leather.
You should always condition the leather after cleaning it, as the soap will have removed some of its natural oils. Treat the leather with mink oil, olive oil, or beeswax using a clean cloth, gently rubbing a small amount of oil or wax into the leather in circles. Allow the leather to soak in the oil before wiping it down with a final clean cloth to remove excess residue.
Epic Armoury metalwork products should be treated with quality acid-free vegetable oil or wax and stored in a dry place. Metal armor containing leather parts would require separate maintenance for the leather. Read the "Leather straps and fittings" section below for leather cleaning and maintenance.
Degreasing and preparing your armor for use
When you open your armor, you may be overwhelmed by the smell of grease and oil. The oil has been applied to protect your armor during storage and transport. Use a degreasing product or mineral spirits and a dry cloth or paper towels to remove all oil from the plate armor pieces. It is a little more difficult to remove all the oil from chainmail links, but it can be done in the same way. Wipe off as much as you can with a dry cloth, and with the remaining oil, you can remove the grease from the chainmail with mineral spirits or another solvent by spraying it onto the links. You can also choose to completely submerge your chainmail in a degreasing product and use your hands to agitate the metal in the solution; this will completely remove all oil and grease from your links. After removing the oil, make sure to dry the armor thoroughly. Strong, warm sunlight is excellent for drying your armor, but you can also use a hairdryer or a heat gun to speed up the process. Be careful not to overheat any leather parts when using a heat gun.
Cleaning
Moisture is the enemy of armor and chainmail. If your armor gets wet, it is important that you dry it thoroughly as soon as possible. After handling, wearing, or after six months of storage or display, all metal should be wiped down with a clean cloth. Lightly grease the clean surface with a quality acid-free vegetable oil. Alternatively, you can apply a layer of wax to the entire surface of the exposed metal. Let the wax dry for a couple of hours and then lightly buff it with a soft cloth.
Rust prevention and removal
Store your armor in a dry place and check it every two months for signs of rust. If you find any, remove it by gently rubbing the affected spot with a lightly abrasive pad dampened with quality acid-free vegetable oil or wax. Epic Dark products are specially treated to resist rust, but they should still be treated with oil and stored in a dry place.
Leather straps and fittings
Clean them by removing dirt with a stiff brush, then gently rub with leather soap and a clean, damp cloth until the leather looks clean. Remove the soap with a separate damp cloth to clean off any soap residue and then use a dry cloth to wipe any remaining water off the leather.
You should always condition the leather after cleaning it, as the soap will have removed some of its natural oils. Treat the leather with mink oil, olive oil, or beeswax using a clean cloth, gently rubbing a small amount of oil or wax into the leather in circles. Allow the leather to soak in the oil before wiping it down with a final clean cloth to remove excess residue.
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