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 sallet was a war helmet that replaced the bascinet in Italy, western and northern Europe and Hungary during the mid-15th century. In Italy, France and England the armet helmet was also popular, but in Germany, the sallet became almost universal.

Made in 1.6mm steel with a natural canvas liner. 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: 62-64 cm perimeter

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

Our Robert the Bruce Helmet is a replica of the bascinet worn by the Robert the Bruce on his famous statue at the Bannockburn battlefield site. It is an accurate replica of a helmet from this period and features a chainmail aventail to protect the neck and is mounted with a brass crown. This helmet is hand crafted in 18 gauge steel. Not recommended for contact re-enactment.

Height: 24cm
Width: 20cm
Depth: 24cm
Circumference: 66.5cm
Aventail Length: 33cm
Weight: 4070g

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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 Crusader Great Helm was inspired by an original piece dated from the middle 13th century found in Pomerania that is now on display in the Historisches Museum of Berlin. This style of helmet was usually seen in the middle 13th century until the beginning of 14th century and can be seen in documents such as the Codex Manesse, the Maziejowsky Bible or the Cantigas.

Our Crusader Great Helm is constructed from 16 gauge steel making it perfect for re-enactment. It features a padded liner and adjustable leather chin strap.

Inner circumference: 64cm

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

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This King’s Great Helm with Crown is hand crafted from polished steel and features and adjustable leather "spider" liner and has a decorative brass crown riveted to the top. Constructed from 18 gauge steel construction and not recommended for re-enactment. 

Height: 36cm 
Depth: 31cm 
Width: 24.5cm 
Weight: 2816g

All sizes 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
M: 57-59cm
L: 60-61cm

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

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The Morion Helmet was popular with the foot soldiers of European armies in the 16th and 17th centuries. It is thought to have originated in Spain and would certainly have been worn by soldiers of the Spanish Armada. This style of helmet is associated with soldiers of the English Civil War where it was commonly known as a "Pikeman's Pot". They were predominantly worn by the soldiers of Cromwell's New Model Army, along with breastplates and buff coats. Surviving morions from the siege of Colchester Castle in 1648 have been unearthed within its grounds and are now preserved in the castle. Some of the best-preserved morions from the English Civil War can now be seen in the Royal Armouries collection in Leeds.

Suitable for 16th & 17th-century re-enactment, especially English Civil War Pikemen.

Manufactured in 2mm steel, with a 1.6mm brim and plume to the rear.

Perimeter: 63cm 

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

Our King’s Guard Helmet is inspired by the helmets worn by the Kingsguard in George R. R. Martin's Game of Thrones series and is perfect for cosplay, fancy dress, LARP or as a really cool display piece!

This seriously impressive helmet is hand crafted from 18 gauge steel with an antiqued brass finish. It features overlapping leather scale armour to protect the neck and comes complete with a padded cotton lining cap that can be glued in for comfort should you wish to wear it.

Height: 33cm
Width: 20cm
Depth: 25cm
Circumference: 64cm
Weight: 2202g

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

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