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This unique jacket is an alternative version of Imperial Jacket 350N. It was inspired by the Imperial Fleet uniform from one of the most popular movie sagas. With its length and design, this model refers to the Attila 350N jacket. More on the process of making our Imperial Jacket for HEMA you will find in our blog.

Due to the lack of 350N fabric, we recommend this jacket only for lightsaber trainings or duels. Imperial Jacket Light is dedicated for male users of various skills.

The Imperial Jacket Light, just like the 350N model, stands out with its design. It reaches the upper part of the thighs and has extra slits on the sides. It is fastened with a long belt. The sleeves are equipped with mounting for additional overlays. On the chest you can notice a velcro for additional application.

This model has a double fastening: a zipper and a velcro. The velcro on the chest gives an option of adding various applications, like imperial military grade.

Just like Officer 350N, Attila 350N, Imperial Jacket Light has a lining in the form of a distance mesh. On the front it has a wide flap with a spacious pocket for cushioning foam (included in the set).

This model is one of the longest jackets from our assortment. Side slits ease the movement. In the waist it has a belt with a buckle, which is removable.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Officer NG 800N is based on the women’s Officer 350N HEMA jacket. With its design, jacket refers to military uniforms from the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. Officer model was also inspired by Alfred Hutton - the famous 19th century fencer fascinated in the historical martial arts and the history of armament.

This version of our jacket is designed mostly for the female enthusiasts of HEMA looking for gear dedicated for training with the use of light arms, as well as heavier arms. It works the best with sabre or rapier, but with additional overlays you can also use it with a longsword, like Feder.

Women’s Officer NG 800N is equipped with red decorations on sleeves and front. The jacket has a double-closure: a zipper and a snap fastener. There is also a bladecatcher and adjustable back strap for better fitting to body shape. On elbows, the jacket has mounting points for Shell overlays.

The bottom edge is finished simply. Most of all, this jacket is characterized by durable fabrics, providing a puncture resistance on the level of 800N. Under the front flap (which is longer in comparison with other SPES jackets) there is another layer of which can be attached to the arm of the jacket (from the inside). This solution increases the level of comfort during sparring. Lining of the jacket is made of a breathable 3D mesh. It provides proper ventilation and air circulation, which increases the comfort of wearing.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Renaissance Master Doublet for HEMA came to existence with a view to meet the expectations of enthusiasts of HEMA jackets with a strong historical vibe. The design of our HEMA doublet refers to fencing doublets from the Renaissance period.

This doublet is dedicated for HEMA training of light and medium intensity, with the use of light simulators like saber, messer, or rapier. It makes a perfect set of HEMA gear with loose pants, like SPES Meyer or SPES Light.

Our HEMA Doublet has visible stitching and, like the Renaissance version, is decorated with shoulder wings on the sleeves. Bottom edge is decorated with a segmented peplum. On the elbows it is equipped with mountings for Shell or PRO overlays. The doublet is fastened with velcro and zipper. There is a bladecatcher on the collar and an adjustable belt on the back.

Our Master doublet is made from fabric of 350N puncture resistance. The peplum consists of 8 segments; the 2 on the front are slightly sheared. The jacket has a lining in the form of distance mesh. The jacket stands out thanks to its contrastive stitching. This solution gives the this jacket an even stronger historical vibe than the Renaissance Doublet. Just like our Attila jacket, the doublet has a front flap and special pockets with cushioning foams (included in the set).

The design of our HEMA arming doublet refers to historical examples of arming and fencing doublets. This means it is perfectly fitted to the body shape, emphasizing its triangular shape. What is more, wings on the sleeves visually expand the shoulders, underlining the torso. Visible stitching gives this version a more “combative” look than the Renaissance version. Apart from the great design, this jacket also provides good mobility.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Renaissance Master Doublet for HEMA was designed for ladies who want to add some historical vibe to the HEMA training. The design of our HEMA doublet refers to fencing doublets from the Renaissance period.

It will work best for practice with a saber, messer or rapier. And visually, it will match perfectly puffy Meyer or Light pants with a loose cut.

Doublet Master has characteristic stitching. There are distinctive wings on the sleeves, and the bottom of the jacket is finished with a segmented basque. On the elbows it is equipped with mounting points for Shell or PRO overlays. The doublet is fastened with velcro and zipper. There is a bladecatcher on the collar and an adjustable belt on the back.

Our Master doublet is made from fabric of 350N puncture resistance. The peplum consists of 8 segments; the 2 on the front are slightly sheared. The jacket has a lining in the form of distance mesh. On the surface of the jacket there are stitches that definitely distinguish it from other models. This type of finish is characteristic of Renaissance battle doublets. Our Master, like Attila, has a tab on the front and special pockets with foams (included in the set).

The design of our HEMA arming doublet refers to historical examples of arming and fencing doublets, which makes it very fitted to the figure and emphasizes its values. It will optically slim the waist, and the wings on the sleeves emphasize the shoulders. Visible stitching gives this version a more “combative” look than the Renaissance version. If you care about good mobility without losing style, Renaissance doublets will be the best choice.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The aim of this project is to complete the market and fulfill the expectations of users fascinated by tradition and history.

This HEMA gambeson was designed for HEMAists, as well as for SCA, historical reenactment, Harnischfechten or HMB enthusiasts. If you want to add a strong medieval accent in your training - this gambeson is for you!

Still, it’s worth remembering to add some extra cushioning to it for the most demanding duels. The FG Historical Gambeson 800N model is fastened with 6 leather laces. Jacket reaches the mid-thigh area and it has side slits. The collar is also fastened with a lace on the side.

The outer layer of the jacket is 100% linen. What’s unique in this project is its inside. Between the linen layers this model has hidden panels which provide 800N puncture resistance. These are separated by stitches which slightly changes the functionality of this gambeson in comparison with standard HEMA jackets. What is more, it has a layer of recycled felt.

Like other versions of this HEMA gambeson, FG HISTORICAL is cut off at the body so that its lower part rests on the hips. The sleeves (sewn in deeply) consist of 2 elements and have gussets under the armpits. Natural fabrics make the stitchings more visible, emphasizing the male silhouette stronger than the standard version. 

This is one of the longest jackets in the SPES offer. It narrows toward the waist which makes it fit the body shape and emphasizes the male silhouette.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

FG HISTORICAL 800N, just like the regular 350N, Light or PRO version, is based on the project which came to existence years ago for Fechtschule Gdańsk. The shape of this HEMA gambeson was inspired by the 15th-century gambesons from medieval treatises, especially Fiore de’i Liberi or Gladiatoria z 1440 r. This version of the jacket is fitted to the female silhouette.

The aim of this project is to complete the market and fulfill the expectations of Ladies fascinated by tradition and history.

This HEMA gambeson was designed for female HEMAists, as well as for SCA, historical reenactment, Harnischfechten or HMB enthusiasts. If you want to add a strong medieval accent to your training - this gambeson is for you!

The FG Historical Gambeson 800N model is fastened with 6 leather laces. The jacket suits the figure, and it has side slits. The collar is also fastened with a lace on the side.

The outer layer of the jacket is 100% linen. What’s unique in this project is its inside. Between the linen layers, this model has hidden panels that provide 800N puncture resistance. These are separated by stitches which slightly changes the functionality of this gambeson in comparison with standard HEMA jackets. What is more, it has a layer of recycled felt.

This is one of the longest jackets in the SPES offer. It narrows in the waist and perfectly fits the body, ensuring freedom of movement in training.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

FG Light 350N was created on the basis of FG 350N and solutions used during the production of AP Light Plus 350N. It has slightly different properties from its prototype, but still refers to historical gambesons from the 15th century with its appearance.

It is recommended for people training HEMA, regardless of their skills or advancement level. It is a very universal model that can become a base for creating light or heavy sparring sets. However, do not forget about additional overlays or plastrons, especially during the most intense sparrings.

The FG Light jacket is fastened with a zipper + velcro (so called double-closure). Blade catcher is attached to the collar, and the elbows with special straps for overlays attaching, e.g. Shell or PRO. Compared to other SPES jackets, the FG is longer, reaches mid-thigh and has slits on the sides.

This gambeson is made of 350N puncture resistant fabrics. A 3D spacer mesh was used for the production of the lining. Like the AP Light 350N, the FG jacket has pockets for additional foams (included with the jacket). They are modifiable: you can remove them, change their size or add additional cushioning layers.

An important feature of this jacket is its lower weight (the lowest among the FG family). Breathable construction and high level of hygroscopicity are other features of this unique gambeson. You won't lose your mobility during training! If you are looking for a longer, lighter and very comfortable jacket which covers the thighs, the FG Light 350N is a top choice!

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The HEMA FG 350N jacket was created on the basis of the old Basic version and thanks to the solutions achieved in the production of the PLUS series. It is worth mentioning that the roots of the FG gambeson date back to the beginnings of our company and cooperation with "Fechtshule Gdańsk". The first version of this unique jacket at that time was designed with the help of Jan Chodkiewicz. Its appearance resembles 15th-century gambesons.

The FG 350N can be used by both beginners and advanced users. It is designed for any type of HEMA training. However, with the heaviest ones, it is worth getting additional overlays or cushioning layers.

The FG 350N gambeson is fastened with a zipper + velcro (so called double-closure), reaches to the middle of the thighs, and has slits on the sides. On the elbows there are additional mounting points for overlays, e.g. Shell or PRO. The collar has a blade-catcher.

Fabric, used during making of this gambeson has 350N puncture resistance. This specially developed system of layers ensures endurance and mobility during HEMA training. The gambeson is cut off at the body so that its lower part rests on the hips. The sleeves (sewn in deeply) consist of 2 elements and have gussets under the armpits. This ensures maximum mobility during training. Structurally, this jacket is similar to the AP PLUS 350N. The filling is made of recycled felt. Cushioning layers in it are located on the chest, shoulders and elbows.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The FG PRO 350N gambeson was created on the basis of the new FG 350N and AP PRO. To create this model, solutions developed in the production of the PLUS series were used. Visually, it resembles the old 15th-century gambesons. It combines the features of a very durable, modern HEMA jacket with a historical, medieval flair.

This jacket is designed for medium and heavy HEMA training, e.g. with Feder. Thanks to the PRO overlays, the gambeson is best suited for those who want to save time during preparation for training. The set is detachable, so this jacket can also be used for HEMA training of lower intensity as well.

The FG PRO reaches mid-thigh and has side slits. It is fastened with a zipper and velcro, and has mounting points with PRO overlays on the sleeves. Its collar is equipped with blade-catcher.

FG PRO is made of 350N puncture resistant fabrics. The PRO overlays included in the set are specially profiled and provide full cushioning of the arms. Thanks to this, you don’t have to install additional layers, you will shorten the preparation time for training and you will be able to enjoy longer sparring sessions. Structurally, this jacket is similar to AP PRO Plus 350N and FG 350N. Filling is made of recycled felt.

During training, this gambeson does not interfere in movement and, despite the increased cushioning, does not reduce mobility or comfort of wearing. This is one of the longest SPES jackets, so if you need additional cushioning, e.g. on the thighs, the FG PRO 350N will be the perfect choice.

Sizings within 'Additional Information' below.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.