What are Greaves?

Greaves were a piece of armour that protected a warrior's legs. They were worn from the knee to the ankle and were made of metal, leather, or a combination of both. Medieval greaves were developed in the 12th century and became increasingly common throughout the Middle Ages. They were an essential part of a knight's or soldier's armour, as they provided important protection against slashes and thrusts from weapons.

Do you want to buy a greave to complete your medieval armor? At Espadas y Más we not only sell weapons and battle equipment, but we also have a complete catalog of functional greaves or shin guards to complement your custom medieval or cosplay armor. The best steel or iron plate greaves for your events, recreations and medieval or battleready combat.

Materials with which they are manufactured

Functional greaves for knee and ankle protection are made from a variety of materials, including leather, canvas, quilted fabric, and even steel.

Types of medieval greaves or shin guards

Among them are: • Spartan greaves • Roman greaves • Roman gladiator greaves • Viking greaves • Greek greaves