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How to Measure Yourself for Custom Medieval Armor (Men & Women)

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A perfectly fitting medieval armor starts with accurate body measurements. Whether you are ordering a custom helmet, breastplate, gauntlets, arm guards, leg armor, greaves, or full-body armor, every millimeter matters. This guide will help you measure yourself correctly so your handcrafted armor fits comfortably and securely.

Use a soft measuring tape, stand straight, and repeat each measurement twice to ensure accuracy.

General Measurement Tips

  • Stand relaxed in a natural posture
  • Wear thin or tight-fit clothing
  • Keep the tape flat and snug, not tight
  • Measure from joint to joint for accuracy
  • Take each measurement twice
  • Ask someone to help if possible

1. HEAD & HELMET

Head and Helmet Measurements

  • Head Circumference: Around the eyebrows and back of the head.
  • Head Length: Front forehead to back of skull.
  • Head Width: Ear-to-ear at the widest point.
  • Face Opening Height: Chin to middle of forehead.
  • Neck Circumference: Base of the neck.
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2. NECK & COLLAR

Neck and Gorget Area

  • Base Neck Circumference: Above the collarbone.
  • Neck Height: Collarbone to jawline.

3. CHEST & TORSO

Chest and Torso (Breastplate & Backplate)

  • Chest Circumference: Fullest chest area.
  • Upper Chest Width: Armpit to armpit.
  • Under Chest: Just below the chest muscles.
  • Waist Circumference: Around the navel.
  • Torso Length Front: Neck base to waist.
  • Torso Length Back: Back neck bone to waist.
  • Shoulder to Waist (Side): For side panel alignment.

4. SHOULDERS & UPPER BODY

Shoulders and Upper Body

  • Shoulder Width: Bone-to-bone across the back.
  • Armhole Circumference: Around shoulder socket.
  • Shoulder to Elbow Length: For upper arm armor.

5. ARMS, ELBOWS & GAUNTLETS

Arms, Elbows and Gauntlets

  • Bicep Circumference: Fullest part of upper arm.
  • Elbow Circumference: Around the bent elbow.
  • Forearm Circumference: Thickest part of forearm.
  • Wrist Circumference: Where gauntlet sits.
  • Arm Length: Shoulder to wrist.
  • Hand Circumference: Across knuckles.

6. HIPS, GROIN & LOWER TORSO

Hips, Groin and Lower Torso

  • Hip Circumference: Fullest part of hips.
  • Waist to Hip Length: Vertical measurement.
  • Groin Circumference: For tassets and skirt armor.

7. THIGHS & LEG ARMOR

Legs and Thigh Armor (Cuisses)

  • Upper Thigh Circumference: Thickest part of thigh.
  • Mid-Thigh Circumference: For multi-plate armor.
  • Knee Circumference: Around the kneecap.
  • Waist to Knee Length: For cuisse alignment.

8. CALF, SHIN & GREAVES

Calf, Shin and Greaves

  • Calf Circumference: Fullest part.
  • Lower Calf Circumference: Above the ankle.
  • Ankle Circumference: For greave fit.
  • Knee to Ankle Length: Shin plate size.

9. FEET (SABATONS)

Feet and Sabaton Measurements

  • Foot Length: Heel to longest toe.
  • Foot Width: Widest forefoot part.
  • Instep Girth: Around the top arch.

Conclusion

Accurate measurements ensure your medieval armor fits safely and comfortably. Whether you’re ordering a helmet, breastplate, gauntlets or full armor set, use this guide to get a perfect handcrafted fit.

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