This articulated cuirass with tassets is constructed from 18 gauge steel and is blackened on the inside of the plates to make it more resistant to rust. It is composed of two halves which are buckled around the body with adjustable antiqued steel buckles and leather straps.

Both the front armor and back armor is composed of two articulated plates to allow for greater freedom of movement. The tassets are riveted onto the cuirass with leather straps.