Custom metal armor

History and modern use of metal armor

Metal armor has long been used by warriors around the world to protect themselves in battle. Medieval knights wore plate and lamellar armor, samurai wore the yoroboi, and ancient Roman legionnaires wore the lorica segmentata. Today custom metal armor are in demand not only among collectors and reenactors, but also for theatrical productions, the film industry and thematic events.

Thanks to modern metal processing technologies, it is possible to create armor that is as close as possible to historical analogues or develop a unique set according to an individual design.

Types of Custom Metal Armor

1. Historical armor

• Knight's plate armor – complete sets of European knights of the 15th-16th centuries.
• Samurai armor - traditional Japanese yoroboi and tate-do.
• Ancient Roman armor – Lorica segmentata, Lorica hamata.
• Viking armor - chain mail, helmets, lamellar breastplates.
• Cossack armor - chain mail, frame armor, cones.

2. Fantasy Armor and Cosplay

• Costumes based on games and films - armor from The Witcher, Dark Souls, Skyrim.
• Author's designs – unique images that combine historical and fantastic elements.
• Elven, orcish, demonic - decorative armor with carvings, inserts and engravings.

3. Tournament and combat armor

• HMB (Historical Medieval Battle) - armor for buhurts that meet international standards.
• SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) - armor for safe role-playing battles.
• Larp armor - lightweight structures for role-playing games.

4. Decorative armor

• Interior design – wall panels, mannequins in armor, armor for decorating castles, museums and restaurants.
• Collectibles – exclusive works for collectors.

Materials for making armor

Depending on the purpose, armor can be made from different types of metal:

• Hardened steel (AISI 1055-1065) - for combat armor.
• Stainless steel (AISI 304, 430) – for decorative and collectible items.
• Titanium alloys - light and durable armor for competitions.
• Brass and copper – for decorative elements and engraving.

Technology of manufacturing custom metal armor

The creation of metal armor is a complex and labor-intensive process that includes several stages:

1. Design – development of drawings, selection of materials and fittings.
2. Forging and stamping – formation of armor elements.
3. Hardening and tempering – giving strength to the metal.
4. Polishing and coating – creating a smooth or aged surface.
5. Decorative processing – engraving, inlay, painting.
6. Assembly and fitting – the armor is adjustable to the customer’s size.

How to order metal armor?

1. Contact us via the website art-metal.com.ua or by phone.
2. Discuss the details of the project – historical accuracy, materials, decorative elements.
3. Get a cost estimate and production time
4. After approval, we begin production.
5. Finished armor is delivered throughout Ukraine and beyond.

Why should you order armor from us?

• Full customization – exact correspondence to historical or author’s sketches.
• Quality materials – proven alloys resistant to impact and corrosion.
• Handmade – forging, hardening, customization.
• Guarantee of reliability – combat armor meets international standards.

Conclusion

Custom metal armor – this is an opportunity to bring to life a unique project, be it a historical, combat or decorative set. If you are looking for high-quality and reliable armor, contact the professionals, and we will create a real work of art for you!