A gambeson for HEMA… and more! Upgrade of the FG line

A gambeson for HEMA… and more! Upgrade of the FG line

Another refresh of our standard gear. It’s time for a line of jackets which has been waiting for years for an upgrade, but which has many fans even today. We’re talking about the FG series, also known as the Fechtschule Gdańsk gambesons.

The first FG jacket stood out mostly with its design, strongly referring to medieval gambesons. This model dates back to 2007 when Jan Chodkiewicz suggested making a modern gambeson providing a better freedom of movement in a duel and reconstructing the fencing techniques.

FG in a form similar to the original was available in our shop up till now. Originally linen, later also made from other textiles - and we haven’t said our last word yet.

FG Gambeson - then and now

New jackets in our offer, as well as upgraded classics, have a range of features implemented for our customers’ requests. We don’t want the FG line to fall behind, but of course we still want to keep them in retro style.

Thus, in the new FG jackets you can expect: 

  • extended range of sizes (6 instead of 4),
  • bladecatcher,
  • double-fastening,
  • more options of customization: new colors, color combinations, changeable color of stitching and finishings, etc.

That’s not all. After upgrades we want to introduce something completely new: gear with strong historical vibe sewn from natural fabrics, dedicated for reenactment, SCA, Harnischfechten, etc., as well as in modern versions for HEMA.

What’s interesting, classic jackets will be natural on the outside with 800N composite hidden inside, which increases the puncture resistance during fight!

Stay tuned, we’ll write a little more about this project soon.

Meanwhile…

Back to the point, we are starting with the update of the following jackets.

FG 350N

  • new pattern (lengthened of ~5 cm) 
  • bladecatcher 
  • 6 sizes
  • available all colors of 350N fabric 
  • double fastening

FG 350N PRO

  • new pattern (lengthened of ~5 cm) 
  • bladecatcher 
  • 6 sizes
  • available all colors of 350N fabric 
  • double fastening
  • PRO mountings
  • PRO overlays

FG 350N Light

  • new pattern (lengthened of ~5 cm) 
  • bladecatcher 
  • 6 sizes
  • available all colors of 350N fabric 
  • double fastening
  • distance mesh lining 
  • pockets with cushioning foams on chest

FG forever?

On the pictures you can notice that after upgrading the pattern and adding a few features, FG fits better on the body and looks a little more grandly. What is more, as this HEMA gambeson is now longer, it covers more booty, which is important for many of our customers.

How do you like the changes? Do you think our upgraded HEMA gambeson will find its fans?

@spes.histfenc what would you say for the upgraded FG jacket in LIGHT version? ? #hema #swordsman #desw #historicalfencing #swords #longsword ♬ U Can't Touch This - M.C. Hammer

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