hauberk

In one chest was the hauberk of that armor and in the other were the iron boots.

The hauberk was shortened to the middle of the thigh, was sleeveless, and was worn over a globular breastplate.

Three that are most difficult to talk to: a king about his booty, a viking in his hauberk, a boor who is under patronage.

And the knight says he shall pay for this, that his shield and the hauberk he wears upon his back shall afford him no protection.