User blog comment:Gabriel Auditore/The Shock Blade/@comment-4636255-20120830155548/@comment-5503561-20120830160317

Because obviously it's just a rennaisance bracer concept art that was modified to a modern day bracer concept art. The artist didn't bother to change the clothes, as the bracer was important part to change for showcasing.

Come on, do I really need to explain this? Really?