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Functional Early Medieval Helms

Great Helm, Basinet, Crusader Helm by European Armor
Welcome to our pages of European Arms and Armour. Our armour has been designed to suit the needs of collectors, period re-enactors/living history groups as well as other re-enactment societies.
Each piece of armour is individually hand crafted by some of the best plattner's in Europe. They are able to study in depth original pieces from museums and private collections in Europe. Old-World craftsmanship ensures attention to detail. The bowls are dished with hammers not pressed by machines. The armour is true to the originals and is professionally made, using a minimum of modern processes.
The armour can be constructed to your preference of 14, 16 or 18-gauge steel. The armor can custom made to your measurements or choose standard off the rack armour. Each piece of armor is fully functional. This armour can be used for either Display or for SCA, Live Steel and Stage Fighting!
Shipping time is normally between 4 to 12 weeks. (Some items may take longer)
Whether you desire museum quality display pieces or battle ready jousting armour we feel confident you can find it here at By The Sword, Inc.
Welcome to our pages of European Arms and Armour. Our armour has been designed to suit the needs of collectors, period re-enactors/living history groups as well as other re-enactment societies.
Each piece of armour is individually hand crafted by some of the best plattner's in Europe. They are able to study in depth original pieces from museums and private collections in Europe. Old-World craftsmanship ensures attention to detail. The bowls are dished with hammers not pressed by machines. The armour is true to the originals and is professionally made, using a minimum of modern processes.
The armour can be constructed to your preference of 14, 16 or 18-gauge steel. The armor can custom made to your measurements or choose standard off the rack armour. Each piece of armor is fully functional. This armour can be used for either Display or for SCA, Live Steel and Stage Fighting!
Shipping time is normally between 4 to 12 weeks. (Some items may take longer)
Whether you desire museum quality display pieces or battle ready jousting armour we feel confident you can find it here at By The Sword, Inc.
14th Century Kettle Hat
This quality 14th Century Kettle Hat is made from 18 gauge steel, functional and is available with a standard 23 ½" head circumference.
Sku:GH0152
Price: $378.00
Bascinet With Klappvisier Helmet
Functional battle ready Bascinet With Klappvisier Helmet is made from 18g steel and is available with a standard 23 ½" head circumference. Custom optional available.
Sku:GH0148
Price: $378.00
Classic Great Helm Steel
Classic Great Helm Steel is battle ready and fully functional. Made from 16 gauge steel and is available with a standard 23 ½" head circumference. Weight 7 Lbs. Steel reinforcements.
Sku:GH0143
Price: $370.00
Crusader Great Helm
Developed early in the 12th century, the Crusader Great Helm became the mainstay of the Medieval fighting man and lasted for about 300 years.
Sku:MD-336
Price: $445.00
Crusader Great Helm
This attractive version of a Crusader Great Helm features cruciform decoration in brass. Construction is in 16 gauge steel with an adjustable leather liner and chinstrap.
Sku:29-AB1508
Price: $98.00
Crusader Spangenhelm with Face Guard
This unusual Crusades era Spangenhelm, based on an early 13th century example, is provided with a ventilated face plate, providing full face protection.
Sku:29-AB3069
Price: $145.00
Early Crusader Great Helm
This Battle Ready and Functional Early Crusader Great Helm is made from steel and is available in standard or custom sizes.
Sku:GH0134
Price: $370.00
Early Great Helm Normandy
This Early Great Helm from Normandy is made from 18 gauge steel, functional and is available with a standard 23 ½" head circumference.
Sku:GH0154
Price: $279.00
Great Helm 16ga Large
Developed early in the 12th century, the Great Helm became the mainstay of the Medieval fighting man and lasted for about 300 years. This Great Helm is forged from 16ga steel.
Sku:58-0045
Price: $178.00
Great Helm French
13th century, this form of French Great Helm is depicted in the Maciejowsky Bible. Also worn in the Crusades this functional helm comes with heavy gauge brass reinforcing plates.
Sku:MD-306
Price: $391.00
Hounskull Bascinet Helmet c. 1390 – 16 ga Steel
This late 14th century Hounskull (Hundsgugel) Bascinet Helmet, was modeled after a
Milanese original dated circa 1390 AD. Crafted from 1.6mm steel and finished in a smooth
metallic silver tone, it features a movable, fully detachable “hound’s snout” visor with ventilation holes,
bold riveted brass bands, and a secure chain-and-pin retention system. Inside, you’ll find a
leather liner and leather chin strap for comfort and fit.
Sku:25-451620
Price: $180.00
Medieval Topfhelm 16ga Large
The Topfhelm or pot helmet, a roughly cylindrical formed medieval helmet type arose in the early 13th cen. Also known as a barrel helmet or great helmet, our Topfhelm is fully functional and forged from 16ga steel.
Sku:58-0080
Price: $185.00
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