Visored Bascinet from 1.5mm steel, years 1370-1380
Imagine a fully armored knight charging towards his opponent with an old-style great helm, ready to strike with full force. Now, picture that same knight with a visored bascinet – an even better and more versatile helmet! this reproduction, a historically inspired masterpiece, seen in the BNF Nouvelle acquisition française 5243 45r, 74v, 48r, DATE: 1370-80 was worn by fully armored knights and featured a hinged visor for improved protection and versatility. More information...
14th Century Visored Bascinet from 1.5mm steel
Picture yourself as a knight from the 14th century. Your armour is complete and you put on your visored bascinet. Unlike the traditional great helm, this helmet offers you not only protection, but also practicality. Imagine being able to lift your visor in the middle of a battle and have a drink, without having to take off your whole helmet. That's how cleverly designed the helmets of the knights were.
This helmet is a faithful replica inspired by historical artefacts from the Florentine Palazzo del Bargello and a manuscript from the late 14th century. It is hand-crafted from 1.5mm thick steel plate and is ideal for reenactment, costumes of knights in armour from the 14th century or even for light fencing.
- Material: 1.5mm thick steel plate
- Inner circumference: approx. 70 cm (allows wearing with a padded cap or chainmail coif)
- Lining: Leather (cushions blows)
- Chin strap: Genuine leather with brass buckle (for a secure fit)
- Visor: Hinged
- Use: Reenactment, costumes, light fencing
Each Visored Bascinet comes with a leather lining and a chin strap. Before shipping, it is treated with oil, which protects the metal and can be easily removed. You will be absolutely satisfied with this helmet!
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