The Arming Corset (Lendenier) is a structural garment designed to support and stabilise lower-body armour within a harness system. Worn tightly at the waist, it distributes the weight of chausses and leg protection, reducing strain and improving balance during extended use.
Constructed from heavy natural cotton canvas with dense vertical quilting, it provides cushioning while limiting pressure points and chafing. High-stress areas are reinforced with genuine leather panels at all lacing points, ensuring durability under load and secure attachment of arming ties.
The corset features a back lacing system, allowing precise adjustment and stable integration with suspension systems.
This lendenier is specifically well-suited for use with ARCEM systems, including the ARCEM full synthetic armour suit, as well as ARCEM HEMA leg protectors, derived from the same historical design. It provides a stable and coherent base layer for consistent armour suspension.
Specifications
- Type: arming corset / lendenier
- Material: heavy natural cotton canvas
- Padding: dense vertical quilting
- Reinforcements: genuine leather at all lacing points
- Lacing system: back lacing
- Hardware: cotton cords with brass aiglets
- Attachment points: 12 lacing holes
- Use: armour support, reenactment, historical combat
- Compatibility: ARCEM full synthetic armour suit and ARCEM HEMA leg protectors
- Construction: handcrafted
Padded arming lendenier in quilted cotton with leather-reinforced lacing points. Designed for stable support of lower-body armour and ARCEM systems.