Black & Silver 16G Chainmail Head Coif Hood Medieval Renaissance Costume LARP Chainmail is one of the oldest and most prolific armors seen during history; it saw widespread use throughout not only medieval Europe but in dozens of different cultures. Chainmail is a flexible armor which was made from interlinked metal rings. The wearing of chainmail has been an effective means of protection in combat and war of countries. This Mail Coif provides the predominant style of construction during the Chainmail era. This design Chainmail coif has a V face section to give you great visibility and drapes over the entire neck onto the shoulders. The Chainmail coif includes the aventail (neck cover) and thus covers the sides, back and front of the wearers head. It's a large size and made of 10mm 16G steel rings. Note: Model & Gambeson sold separately. Item comes covered in oil to protect from oxidation. Brand new.