Templar Cross Breastplate – 20 Gauge – Deepeeka
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Overview
Templar Cross Breastplate - 20 Gauge - Deepeeka
This breastplate is made from 20 gauge steel and is fitted to the chest with a set of leather straps and buckles.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Weight
- 5 lb 12 oz
- Country of Origin
- India
- Type
- Breastplate
- Material
- Mild Steel
- Gauge
- 20 Gauge
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is the breastplate made of, and how heavy is it? Common Question
This breastplate is made from 20 gauge mild steel and weighs 5 lb 12 oz. It has an overall length of 21", giving it enough coverage for the torso while keeping the weight manageable for wear.
Q How does it attach and fit to the body? Common Question
The breastplate is fitted with a set of leather straps and buckles that run over the shoulders, shown in the photographs with buckle-hole perforations for adjustment. It is designed to be worn over a padded garment such as a gambeson, which also helps cushion the steel against the body.
Q What does the medallion on the chest depict? Common Question
The right breast area carries an engraved circular medallion featuring a cross pattée, the flared-arm cross associated with the Knights Templar, set within a double-circle border. The linework is finely etched into the brushed steel surface.
Q What style or period is this breastplate based on? Common Question
The anatomical, two-lobed chest form with a central ridge and flared waist skirt follows medieval European plate armor construction, and the Templar cross medallion ties it to Crusader-era knightly imagery. It reads as a piece meant to evoke that Templar knight look for display or historical presentation.
Q Does the surface have a hand-finished look, or is it machine-smooth? Common Question
The steel carries a bright, mirror-like polish overall, with some minor dents and hammer marks visible on the surface that are consistent with hand-forged construction. A small stamped mark also appears on the upper right chest area.
Q How do I keep this breastplate from rusting? Common Question
Since it's polished mild steel, wipe it down after handling to remove fingerprints and moisture, then apply a light coat of oil to the surface before storing it. Keep it in a dry space, and periodically check and condition the leather straps so they stay supple and secure.
Q Is this a wearable piece, or display only? Common Question
It's built to be worn: the leather strap-and-buckle harness secures it over the shoulders, and the photographs show it fitted over a padded gambeson on a mannequin form. It suits living-history presentation, costuming, and display alike, giving a genuine plate-armor look and feel.
The Maker
Deepeeka
Deepeeka creates an astonishing variety of replica weapons, armor, and re-enactment accessories that range from Classical Antiquity to the 20th Century. Deepeeka has been crafting replicas since the 1980s and their products are essential gear for many re-enactment groups. Many swords, daggers and other weapons made by Deepeeka are durably crafted and budget-friendly offerings. The steel is good and well-tempered and their leathercraft and woodworking are of excellent quality. Deepeeka’s products are handcrafted and (in the case of blades, hand-hammered) are a good deal for those who want a quality item at a good price.
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