This is a complete set of cuirass, capeline (lobster tail pot) and stylish display stand. See large picture for details.

Our buff coat seen here would be a perfect costume addition with this item.

Cuirass Size: Height 600mm (23.75 inches) Chest 1160mm (45.5 inches)
Cuirass Weight: 5.9kg

Helmet Size: Height 320mm (12.5 inches) Circumference 760mm (30 inches)
Helmet Weight: 2.4kg

Stand Size:
Height - 990mm (39 inches)
Base size - 250mm diameter (10 inches)
Weight: 1kg

Overall Weight: 9.3kg

Capeline (derived from the French word for hat) or 'harquebusier's pot' is the name given to this distinct type of post-Renaissance helmet with the 3 bars as a face grill.

Harquebusier - This type of cavalryman was characterised by the use of a form of carbine, initially termed a "harquebus" (a word derived from the heavier infantry weapon, the arquebus). In the late 16th century the harquebusier was envisioned, like the similar and earlier petronel, as a support for more heavily armoured cavalry, demi-lancers or pistol-armed cuirassiers and reiters. Later, towards the mid 17th century, the harquebusier became the standard type of cavalry found throughout western Europe. The later harquebusier was increasingly used in a shock role on the battlefield.

Combat readiness score: 7 of 10