Viking & Saxon Helmets

The Spangenhelm was a creation of the Scythians and Sarmatians from the Eurasian steppes. By the 16th century it had become the most common helmet design in Europe. The word Spangenhelm is of German origin and refers to the “spangen” which were the metal strips that formed the helmet’s construction.

Spangenhelms were popular as they were relatively easy and cheap to produce. They were eventually replaced by stronger, but more expensive nasal helms with 1 piece skulls. Some of the nasal helmets shown on the Bayeux Tapestry seem to be of Spangenhelm construction.

This style was made specifically for archers, the nasal being omitted to provide greater visibility. It is constructed from 14 gauge steel and is perfect for re-enactment. It features an adjustable leather spider-style liner and buckled chin strap.

Inner Circumference: 59.5cm
Weight: 2258g

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

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Our Sutton Hoo Helmet is one of the best replicas available to buy in the UK. It is hand crafted from steel and brass and features hinged cheek pieces and a leather lining. It is unique and unusual display piece that never fails to impress and the adjustable leather liner allows it to be worn if you so wish. 18 gauge steel construction is not suitable for contact re-enactment.

Height: 35cm
Width: 22cm
Depth: 29cm
Weight: 3200g

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

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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 Knights Hospitaller Nasal Helmet is a replica of the helmet worn by “the Hospitaller” in Ridley Scott’s “Kingdom of Heaven”. It is constructed from 18 gauge steel and features a hinged nasal bar, leather liner and buckled chin strap.

Inner Circumference: 66cm

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

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The Normans spread to England, Sicily and parts of Italy as mounted warriors, known for their long mail hauberks, kite shields and conical helmets.

This type of slightly curving, forward peaked helmet is the second most recognized form. The conical shape allows blows to slide off while the face was provided with some protection from the nasal piece which still allowed great vision.

Made of carbon steel with an aged and pitted finish. Includes an adjustable leather liner.

External Circumference: 68cm
Width: 19cm
Depth: 24cm

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

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!

Made of 2mm steel with nasal of 3mm steel. Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used in its manufacture. 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.

After the Spangenhelm fell into disuse, helmets like this one came into warfare. They were known as conical or nasal helmets and these ones had a one piece skull protection. We can see plenty of depictions that features these helmets, like the “never failing” Maciejowski Bible.

Made in 2mm steel with natural canvas lining. Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used on its manufacturing. 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.

Our King Harold Helmet is based on that of another king's helmet of this era - that of King Wenceslas I of Bohemia, currently on display in Prague Castle.

The King Harold Helmet features a simple dome of 18 gauge steel construction, designed to deflect sword blows and a decorated nasal bar to protect the face. It has an adjustable leather liner and buckled chin strap. Not suitable for contact reenactment.

Circumference: 62cm
Height: 29cm
Width: 20cm
Depth: 26cm
Weight: 1125g

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

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Our Wenceslas Style Nasal Helmet is constructed from 18 gauge steel and comes complete with a (separate) padded lining cap that can be glued in if required. Not recommended for (contact) re-enactment.

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Height: 27cm
Depth: 21cm
Width: 21cm
Circumference: 71cm
Weight: 1216g

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