16th Century Plate Armor Pauldron

An accurate, wearable, and fully articulated 3D printed plate pauldron. Matches 16th century armor designs.

I could not, despite digging all over the internet, find any model for a convincing 3D printed, wearable shoulder piece that offered a modicum of historical accuracy. I figured I was probably not alone lamenting that fact, and so I set out on a journey to design the best wearable shoulder armor I could come up with.

I wanted something historically accurate to real mid-16th century antique armor from renaissance Italy. I believe that, apart from the material, plate thickness, fastener type, and the fact these are printed; these files are a decent attempt at accuracy and offers the same range of motion as a real pauldron from that era would.

I'm offering the result of all my hard work now.

=> This is a set of stl files I designed to fit a 220x220mm minimum print bed. They are easy to print without supports and assemble using minimal hardware. I created a pdf assembly guide to take you from the basic “print and wear” assembly all the way to a fully painted and weathered piece, like in the photos.
=> I recommend PETG or PETG-CF for durability, ease of sanding, and UV resistance. PLA will also work if that's all you have, however it may be a bit more brittle.
=> This model is for the left arm, but you're most welcome to mirror it for the right.
=> All the fasteners, tools and hardware necessary for an accurate replica are listed in the guide. While some metal rivets are recommended, you do not need more than cyanoacrylate (super) glue and fake leather strips for a “print and wear” model.

I am very happy to share this labor of love with you, and I hope that the included guide can help you make your own printed “antique” piece, something that will look great in your next project.

Please, do not hesitate to contact me if you have any comments or if you run into issues.

Note: this is a file for non-commercial use. Please do not distribute it, print and re-sell, or use it for profit.

FDM or resin
220x220 mm minimum bed setting
PETG-CF or PETG recommended
No supports required
Minimal hardware: glue and fake leather strips
Paint & metal fasteners recommended