Brigandine hip protection for buhurt and full contact

Western-style brigandine hip protection for full-contact medieval combat. Built on a dense textile base with an outer cover and hidden plates; rivet zones are reinforced with leather washers for service life. The fit is adjusted by overlap and straps, making it practical across different thigh volumes and padding layers while keeping leg work and footwork usable.

Select the material type.

Type	SKU	Price
Tool steel	(Al12-01)	$240
Hardened steel	(Al12-02)	$280
Titanium	(Al12-03)	$430

Product description

Brigandine hips (type 2) are a straightforward hip and upper-thigh protection solution based on Western European armor analogs. Coverage focuses on the hip line and the top of the legs—areas that take frequent contact—while the soft foundation helps preserve mobility.

The construction uses a dense wool base reinforced with a tarpaulin layer, with metal plates fixed under the cover. Rivet points are backed with leather washers, reducing wear around fasteners and supporting durability under regular training and event use.

Mobility: the wrap-around shape and flexible base keep steps, lunges, and turns workable and reduce snagging with cuisses/greaves.
Fit: overlap adjustment plus straps helps dial in circumference for different thigh thickness and padding without forcing a single fixed volume.
Serviceability: straps and hardware are replaceable; local repairs are practical when something takes damage.
Integration: can be worn standalone or paired with cuisses and additional thigh elements.

Manufacturing is guided by historical sources and prototypes (Western European brigandine solutions) with practical adaptation for full-contact demands. The piece is typically suitable for common tournament equipment checks, but acceptance depends on the specific ruleset and marshal inspection—confirm requirements for your format (HMB, IMCF, ACL, etc.).