The ancient Norman mail shirt, which was made of felt, leather, and iron, was an important part of the Norman horseman's outfit and left its mark on masculine fashion in England and worldwide. Even today, the shirt continues to be an important item in the masculine outfit, and although it is not possible to find a mail shirt (except in a museum), the shirt in its finest evolution can be found on Jermyn Street in the heart of London.
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