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Buff coats, worn under armor by cavalry and officers, could stop a sword cut or even a musket or pistol balls | The Vintage News
Why did soldiers in the XVII century use buff coats (leather armour) instead of gambeson (padded armour)? Many people claim gambesons are cheaper and at least as protective. - Quora
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17th century Buff coat Doublet Historical reenactment, War Belt, infantry, waistcoat, rapier png | PNGWing
Why did soldiers in the XVII century use buff coats (leather armour) instead of gambeson (padded armour)? Many people claim gambesons are cheaper and at least as protective. - Quora
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A Cavarlryman's buff leather jerkin from 1630-45, York Castle Museum, York, Yorkshire, UK Stock Photo - Alamy
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