If you want to portray an ordinary soldier, archer, or billman, this simple gorget will help you accessorize your outfit and reinforce your gambeson or brigandine against enemy attacks. Skillfully HANDCRAFTED from sturdy 18 gauge mild steel, it proves an excellent companion for your LARP and reenactment costume! A set of ROBUST GENUINE LEATHER STRAPS help close it, and another pair of leather straps can conveniently fasten your pauldrons in place if you wish to. This gorget easily fits most body shapes, thanks to the well-articulated, adjustable back and front plates! Note: This product is carefully coated with a layer of oil when packaged that acts as a temporary (protective) layer against corrosion (rust), which can easily be wiped off using any oil remover or even a dry cloth. AVAILABLE IN BLACKENED 18GAUGE VERSION TOO.