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Learn About Authentic Suits of Armor - By: John Hilde, 2009-06-08 First of all, real suits of armor are very heavy. They are usually made out of 16-18 gauge carbon steel, making the whole weight of the armor 60-80 lbs. If there is not a sturdy inner frame supporting the suit of armor, then you can bet it'll will break and collapse within its lifetime. There are two types of stands on the market and sold with armors today: wooden and steel stands. COMMENTS Add a comment |