Medieval Helmets

The Norman "Nasal" Helmet was based on earlier Viking Helmet designs and could be worn over a chainmail coif or with chainmail aventail to protect the neck. The nasal bar was designed to protect the face but meant that Knights were often unrecognisable. The famous Bayeux Tapestry shows William the Conqueror tipping his helmet back to reveal his face and prove to his soldiers that he was still alive!

Our Norman Nasal Helmet features a reinforced 10 gauge nasal bar, leather liner a buckled leather chin strap.  It is constructed from 16 gauge steel making it suitable for most re-enactment groups. 

Internal Circumference: 64cm
Weight: 2.4kg

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our 15th Century Great Bascinet features a moveable visor that can be opened both upward and also towards each side thanks to the removable pins in the hinges. Brass vervelles attached to the rim serve as attachment points for an aventail.

It is crafted from 14 gauge steel making it great for re-enactment and features a padded lining and a leather chin strap.

Depth: 43cm
Width: 33cm
Interior Circumference: 61cm
Steel Thickness: 14 Gauge
Weight: 3175g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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The Klappvisier Bascinet is characterised by the single central hinge of the removable visor and was common in fourteenth century Germany. The visor typically covered the parts of the face not protected by an aventail, attachment points (vervelles) for which are provided on this helmet.

It is crafted in 14 gauge steel and offers full head protection. Lined and ready for use. Perfect for the re-enactment field.

Inner circumference: 73.5cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Our Houndskull Bascinet is modelled on a late 14th century original. The visor can be raised to provide greater vision and ventilation. It features brass studs (vervelles) for the attachment of an aventail.

It is constructed from 14 gauge steel and the helmet is fitted with a leather suspension and chinstrap. Manufactured by GDFB and perfect for re-enactment.

Buy the Houndskull Bascinet with confidence from the UK’s leading Medieval Helmet retailer.