Product description
This basket helmet is a replica of a 13th century original depicted on an English seal. The stamp is now part of the collection of the British Museum in London. Basket helmets like this were worn by the knights all over Europe. They were worn during the Crusades and many other European conflicts. This helmet has an antique (patinated) finish, making it look as if it has survived the test of time. The maximum inner circumference is 68 cm, excluding helmet insert. This helmet is equipped with an inlay and chin strap. If you want to wear extra padding, measure your head circumference while wearing it. The padded insert already attached to the inside of the helmet is usually sufficient. To create more space in the helmet, the helmet insert can be removed.
Details:
Head circumference: 58-63 cm
Material: steel
Steel thickness: 1,6 mm
Finish: patinated
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 3000 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Maintenance & care
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your armour regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper.
Choosing the size that fits you best
Add 3,5 cm to your head circumference if you wear an arming cap under your helmet.
Add 2,5 cm to your head circumference if you wear a chainmail coif under your helmet.
Add 6 cm to your head circumference if you wear both an arming cap and a chainmail coif under your helmet.
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
Read here about how we are committed to sustainability.
