Bascinets
We offer one of the best sections of medieval bascinets available to buy in the UK. Our range of bascinets includes 14 and 16 gauge helmets designed for re-enactment and SCA use. Some of these helmets are constructed with 12 gauge skulls making them incredibly durable. Our collection includes bascinets that are inspired by historical pieces such as the bascinet worn by Robert the Bruce and our Tournament Great Bascinet. Many of our bascinets have detachable visors and vervailles for attaching mail aventails. Whether you require a Hounskull or Pigface Bascinet, Klappvisier or Great Bascinet, we are sure to have a helmet that suits your needs.
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English Bascinet - 14 gauge
The bascinet was one of the most commonly used helmets amongst cavalry and infantry from 1300 until approximately 1420. This type of helmet can be seen in a number of artistic representations, where the entire formations of soldiers would wear this kind of helmet.
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Made in 2mm steel. Leather chin strap included.
Perimeter: 63-64 cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £96.67 Incl. Tax: £116.00