medieval chain mail shirt and coif armor set (full size) long shirt (med) medieval warrior the wearing of chain mail has been an effective means of protection in combat and war of countries. its use dates back to the creeks and early roman empire where warriors and legionnaires donned metal plate. the medieval era knights and most remembered for their elaborate chain mail in different designs. the period of chain mail armor runs from about the early 1300's to about the mid to late 1500's. you are bidding a high quality chain mail shirt and coif set. zinc plated steel construction. this chain mail armor long shirt can be seen in different times and different era in history. this particular armor is consisted of small metal rings linked together to for a protective barrier between you and your enemy. also, this chain mail armor is known as the haubergeon which means that it fits mid-thigh length. this chain mail armor is awesome, its a must get for medieval lovers. construction: stainless steel loops. overall length: 27 inches. buss: 23 inches. arm width: 10 inches. arm length: 10 inches.