Helmets

The Kettle Hat was favoured by the English infantryman and man at arms throughout the medieval period and was popular during the 100 Years War. It was simple to manufacture and offered good protection against projectiles. This design was so effective that it came back into service with the British military in World War 1 and 2. The name derives from the Germanic word “cetel” or “cietel” alluding to its deep cauldron like shape. It was also known as a “war hat” and “Chapel-de-fer” (hat of iron).

Made of 2mm steel. Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used in its manufacture. The steel is untreated and may have rust. To protect the steel you may rub it with mineral or synthetic oil.  Leather chin strap included.

Size M: 60-61 cm perimeter
Size L: 63-64 cm perimeter

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

The T-face barbute (barbuta in Italian) was developed in Italy during the 15th century. These helmets were popular throughout Europe and offered an alternative to the more restrictive sallet. The extended sides protected the neck and jaw, dispensing with the need for a separate bevor or gorget. Our T-faced barbute replicates the helmet of the ‘Avant’ armour housed at the Kelvingrove Museum, Glasgow and is crafted in 14 gauge steel with an adjustable leather liner and chinstrap. Perfect for re-enactment.

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Resembling the classic Greek helmets from an earlier age these helmets were popular throughout Italy and other European countries from the 15th century and offered an alternative to the more restrictive sallet.

The extended sides protected the neck and jaw, dispensing with the need for a separate bevor or gorget. Crafted in 14 gauge steel with an adjustable leather liner and chinstrap.

Our Celeta is made for an archer and has a hinged cheekpiece (right side) that allows it to be lifted out of the way when using a longbow. It is crafted from 14 gauge steel making it great for re-enactment and comes with a full leather suspension and chin strap. 

Inner Circumference: 63.5cm
Height: 22cm
Weight: 2764g

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.

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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

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Our Sugar Loaf Helmet is hand crafted from 12 gauge steel (for the skull) and 14 gauge steel for rest of the helmet. The brass cross is also 12 gauge. As such this robust helmet is perfect for the re-enactment field! The steel has a satin finish like many original pieces of armour. This helmet features a padded lining and buckled leather chin strap.

Inner Circumference: 61cm

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

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Our English Civil War Cabasset/Morion is crafted from 14 gauge steel with a 16 gauge brim, making is great for re-enactment. It features an adjustable linen liner and adjustable leather chin strap.

Inner Circumference: 61cm

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

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