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SPES Kaftan Jacket 350N
HEMA Kaftan Jacket


 
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Price: $263.00


Availability: This item is made to order. Allow 12-16 weeks for delivery.

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Not the belt show on the Kaftan picture. But a simple 60" long Leather Belt. https://www.woodenswords.com/product_p/belt.htm
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We will not stock these, so they'll be made to order. Figure about 12-16 weeks for delivery.
- A simple Belt (not as shown in picture) can be purchased here...


The chest area has foam padding is is just like the AP Light.
The skirt has no padding, but just doubled up fabric.

A clothing made from 350N puncture resistance fabric, stylized on the 8th-10th century kaftan reaching the knees.

Our HEMA kaftan is dedicated for both light and intensive training or tournaments. It can be a perfect choice for users recreating fighting techniques of the vikings or the history of Eastern Europe.

This HEMA kaftan has a bladecatcher and asymmetrical tuck on the front, covering the double closure: a zipper and velcros. This solution increases the level of protection during a fight, as one of the closures breaks, the other keeps the kaftan together, covering the front of the body.

Inside, on the torso and shoulders, there are pockets with additional cushioning foams. What’s unusual is that the kaftan does not have an adjustable strap on the back. It increases the freedom of movement during fight, the level of protection, and it gives an interesting look. NOTE - the kaftan has an additional amortization from the waist down!

This HEMA gear has a specific design - on the tuck, lower edge and sleeve edges you can notice a blue trim. What is more, this clothing does not have stitches on the outside.

In comparison to most HEMA jackets, this gear is significantly longer. The use of side gussets makes it similar to historical kaftans from the East.


Sources of our HEMA kaftan
Our HEMA kaftan was inspired by the former Rus kaftans from the 8th-10th century, coming from the area of North and Eastern Europe. The popularity of this clothing is proved by iconography and archeological findings. Similar clothing occurred also in Asia.

Similar protection was worn up to the 15th century, especially in the Eastern Europe. It was worn regardless of social class. The status and wealthiness of a wearer were underlined by the rich decorations and fabrics used in the garment.


When checking out using the Custom Size option, include your measurements (according to the Sizing chart in the adjacent tab) in the Comment section during checkout. Do not use punctuation (except decimals) and enter measurements in centimeters (it's made in Europe!) ALL MEASUREMENTS MUST BE INCLUDED.

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Main features of SPES HEMA Kaftan:
  • Protection equivalent to the AP Light Jacket.
  • The longest of SPES jackets
  • Bladecatcher and double closure: zipper + velcros
  • Inner pockets for cushioning foams
  • Unique design - blue trim on the edges
  • Increased protection from the waist down
  • Stylized on the former Rus kaftan
  • Fabric is certified 350N puncture resistant.
  • Washing Information is HERE.

Material: Cotton
Weight: 4.6lbs / 2.1kg


New policy: we are imposing a $25+ restocking fee on any return, exchange OR change in the open order for any special color (not black) on any SPES jacket or pants.
So please review your orders carefully and be sure you leave yourself time for your order to arrive if you want custom work, usually 12-16 weeks.

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5 of 5 Great November 1, 2023
Reviewer: Chris Fleischer from anchorage, AK United States  
Awesome product still getting used to it but love it all the same can’t wait to have it broken in

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5 of 5 Armor October 2, 2023
Reviewer: Muhammad Haltam from Cary, NC United States  
I was really happy when it arrived, it was good quality and the color was better than I expected, it’s padded nice in chest but the arms need more padding, but that’s not an issue with the brand, it’s Ap light armor so it’s designed that way and it’s nothing a little under armor can’t fix. Overall I am very satisfied with this purchase

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5 of 5 SPES Kaftan Jacket 350N is beautiful July 13, 2023
Reviewer: Hugh Castletine-Jackson from MITCHAM, VIC Australia  
The website does not do the colours justice, I ordered this in purple and it arrives in this absolutely gorgeous colouring which was darker and richer than the palette selection led me to believe. The padding is very good and the sizing is great.

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5 of 5 SPES Kaftan Jacket 350 N February 3, 2023
Reviewer: Anton Chigrinetc from Guelph, ON Canada  
Well, this gambeson is a lot better than I expected. Feeling absolutely safe and protected, not only from incoming strikes, but also from sweat, apparently. Shortly after receiving it, went through five consequent intensive dagger bouts, and it felt great! The size matched perfectly as well.

Thank you very much for your help!

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5 of 5 November 21, 2022
Reviewer: Lisa Appelbaum from Kirkwood, MO United States  


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