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Chainmail Coif

The Chainmail Coif is an extremely rare historical headgear item in DayZ with high insulation, damp max wetness, 200 durability, and strong head protection. It is repaired with Pliers or a Blowtorch.

Quick item summary

CategoryClothing > Helmets
Inventory SlotHeadgear
Size2x3
Capacity0 slots

Quick answer

The Chainmail Coif is medieval-style armored headgear made from linked metal rings with padding underneath. It provides strong protection and high insulation, but weighs 5 kg, making it heavy compared to most helmets.

In-game description

A faithful replica of a medieval coif. The outer layer consists of a mesh, composed of many linked metal rings. The inner layer underneath dampens any incoming hits.

Main Uses

  • Wear as armored headgear
  • Use for strong melee and infected protection
  • Use for projectile protection in the headgear slot
  • Pair with other medieval armor items
  • Repair with Pliers or a Blowtorch

How to use this item

Use the Chainmail Coif as armored headgear

The Chainmail Coif provides strong head protection, but it is very heavy for a helmet.

  1. Find a Chainmail Coif in historical loot areas.
  2. Equip it in your headgear slot.
  3. Use it when protection matters more than weight and stamina.
  4. Pair it with Chainmail, Chainmail Leggings, or other medieval armor if you want the full armor setup.

Repair the Chainmail Coif

The Chainmail Coif can be repaired with Pliers or a Blowtorch.

  1. Place the Chainmail Coif in your inventory or hands.
  2. Use Pliers or a Blowtorch on the coif.
  3. Repair it before it reaches ruined condition.
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How to get Chainmail Coif

  • Search historical loot locations.
  • On Livonia, check hunting locations where the coif can appear.
  • Look for it as part of the medieval armor item group.

Spawn info

HistoricalExtremely Rare
  • The Chainmail Coif is extremely rare.
  • It can be found in historical locations on Chernarus.
  • It can also appear in hunting locations on Livonia.
  • It has strong protection but weighs 5 kg.

Important notes

  • The Chainmail Coif is very heavy headgear.
  • It provides strong melee and infected protection.
  • It provides moderate projectile protection.
  • It has high insulation.
  • It has damp max wetness.
  • It is extremely rare historical loot.