The metal suits worn by knights during the Middle Ages were originally designed to protect against weapons such as swords.

These were then brought to Europe around the 14th century, which is when armor and guns met on the battlefield. Knights of this era rarely encountered firearms. 'Firearms certainly existed in the ...

However, a well-preserved right-handed gauntlet from the 14th century was recently found in Switzerland. Related: 'Incredibly rare' 2nd-century Roman armor pieced together like an 'ancient jigsaw ...