Medieval Flat Riveted Chainmail Products

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Medieval Flat Riveted Chainmail Armor – Authentic Handcrafted Chainmail Products

Flat Riveted Chainmail represents the gold standard of authentic medieval armor construction. Unlike butted chainmail, riveted mail uses flattened steel rings that are carefully secured with dome, pin, or wedge rivets, creating a far stronger and more durable armor system. This method was widely used in historical European armor and remains the preferred choice for serious reenactors and combat practitioners today.

In this section, you will find our collection of flat riveted chainmail shirts, including traditional hauberks, haubergeons, voiders, and front-open mail vests, all crafted using historically accurate construction techniques.


Authentic Manufacturing Process

At AllbestStuff, our chainmail production begins with heating and flattening the wire to create flat steel rings before moving to the drilling and riveting stages. This careful preparation ensures that each ring maintains structural strength and uniformity.

The embedded video on this page demonstrates the wire heating and flattening process, which is a critical step in producing historically accurate flat ring chainmail.

Our skilled craftsmen assemble the rings in traditional European patterns with meticulous attention to rivet quality, ensuring both durability and flexibility for extended wear.

Steel Gauge Options

We offer two main wire gauges depending on the intended use:

  • 16 Gauge Steel – Heavy-duty construction suitable for full contact reenactment and combat.
  • 18 Gauge Steel – Strong yet lighter, offering excellent durability while remaining more comfortable for extended wear.

Finish Options

Our flat riveted chainmail products are available in multiple finishes to suit different preferences:

  • Original Oiled Finish – Authentic medieval appearance and traditional protection against rust
  • Blackened Finish – Darkened aesthetic commonly used in reenactment and stage armor
  • Galvanized Finish – Zinc-coated rings providing improved rust resistance and easier maintenance

Available Styles

This category showcases a range of popular chainmail armor styles including:

  • Full-length medieval hauberks
  • Haubergeons (shorter mail shirts)
  • Front-open mail vests
  • Mail voiders
  • Custom chainmail configurations

Custom Chainmail Available

As direct manufacturers with in-house production, we offer complete customization options. Customers can request custom chest sizes, sleeve lengths, ring gauges, or other modifications to create armor tailored to their needs.

Whether you are a serious reenactor, SCA combat fighter, LARP enthusiast, or historical collector, our flat riveted chainmail shirts deliver authentic medieval craftsmanship and battle-ready durability.

Flat Riveted Maille – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Helpful information about flat riveted maille products.

Flat riveted chainmail is armor constructed using flattened steel rings that are secured with rivets, making it significantly stronger than butted chainmail.

Riveted rings are mechanically locked together with rivets, preventing them from opening under impact. Butted rings can separate when subjected to heavy force.

16 gauge steel is typically preferred for full-contact combat due to its heavier and stronger construction.

Yes. 18 gauge chainmail is still very durable and provides a good balance between strength and comfort for reenactment and LARP use.

Our flat riveted chainmail is available in oiled, blackened, and galvanized finishes.

Yes. As manufacturers, we offer custom sizing and design modifications based on customer requirements.

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