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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File:Harquebusier's Armor of Pedro II, King of Portugal (reigned 1683–1706) with Buff Coat MET DT755.jpg - Wikimedia Commons
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