A humble farmhand's tool. Built for menial labour. But in times of war, when enemies threaten solider and civilian, those sharp metal prongs can be put to deadly use.
A simple garment, covered in grime from long hours spent toiling in the fields. It provides little protection against a chill wind let alone an enemy's blade.
Designed to protects one's modesty rather than one's body. It would be advisable not to get hit below the waist while wearing these, since they will do little to turn or soften the blow.