Buff coats, worn under armor by cavalry and officers, could stop a sword cut or even a musket or pistol balls
Which would be better armor, a gambeson or a buff coat? | SpaceBattles
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
Leather Buff Coat, 17th century | Outfit4Events
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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
How thick and heavy were the gambesons or padded armours that were worn under mail armour? - Quora
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Which would be better armor, a gambeson or a buff coat? | SpaceBattles