Product description
This is a battle-ready replica of a Viking helmet that was found in a tumulus in Norway, the original is from the 10th century. The original model was broken into nine pieces and reconstructed and can now be seen at the Statens historika museum in Oslo. The glasses protect both the eyes and the nose, while the chainmail offers the throat and the neck a flexible protection.
Our replica has a leather chin strap for fastening, just like the original. Besides the leather clothing of the spectacles and the leather inlay provide extra wearing comfort. The steel rings of the chainmail are galvanized. The helmet is made of 2 mm thick steel and weighs 4,3 kg. It is suitable for a head circumference up to 62 cm.
Product details:
Length (front to back): 23.5 cm
Width (ear to ear): 19.5 cm
Max. head circumference: 62 cm
Material: carbon steel
Thickness: 2 mm
Inlay: leather
Weight: 5.2 kg
Based on a historical original: yes
Transport weight (gram): 5000 *
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.
Maintenance & care
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your armour regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper.
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Packaged with 100% recycled material
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.
