Our Iron Fit leggings feature a 0.75 inch elastic for a slide-resistant fit at the waist, a front gusset, and proportionally roomier thighs and calves for muscular body types.
Based on late 15th and early 16th century Turkish mamluk armor, our Istanbul Leggings emulate the maille and plate (alternatively "plated mail" or "splinted mail") style that was primarily in use at the time in Middle Eastern heavy cavalry units. It is composed of steel plates woven together with rings to form a unified piece, then fastened with belts or laces.